Breakfast Southland with Chitty

Breakfast Southland with Chitty

Hokonui Breakfast with Kirstin Chittock. Gore's live and local breakfast show broadcast across South Otago and Southland on Hokonui.

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November 17, 2025 10 mins

Ever wondered what really happens when your bins get inspected? Craig Sinclair from GDC and Ali Green from WasteNet join us to explain why inspections matter, what they’re finding, and how we can all do better. Plus, an important update on safely disposing of recalled kinetic sand due to asbestos concerns.

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Life on the Farm & Remembering a Legend

Mathew Korteweg from Balclutha—farmer, footy player, and family man—joins us to talk about what’s been happening on the farm, celebrating World Prematurity Day, and a big milestone for his youngest, Leo, who’s just had his first school visit.
We also reflect on the legacy of Jonah Lomu, 10 years after the passing of one of rugby’s greatest icons and a chil...

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November 17, 2025 5 mins

Student Voice – Exams & the Future
Exams are underway for senior students across the country. Māruawai College year 13 student Cynthia Mwangi shares what sitting exams really means, how it shapes life beyond school, and what she thinks could be done differently.

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November 16, 2025 10 mins

Our Little Lockers are back with a big imagination!
Felicity takes us way into the future — the year 2000200 — Ada heads to the medieval times, and Jude explores Norway. From who they’d meet to what they’d bring back, and even the biggest risks of time travel, we dive into their creative answers in this fun, thoughtful chat.

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We’re joined by West Otago A&P Show President Richard “Dicko” Reddit ahead of the 112th show this Saturday at the Tapanui Showgrounds! Dicko gives us the inside scoop on what makes this iconic event a community cornerstone, the exciting new carnival rides, standout farming competitions, and the entertainment lineup — from music and magic to the famous lolly scramble. If you love rural life, family fun, a...

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November 13, 2025 9 mins

Pike River Review & What Would You Queue For?

Taryn Shirley, Tyla, and I debriefed our night at the movies watching Pike River and shared our honest review. Then we flipped the script with a fun question: what would you wait in line for over an hour to get? The answers might surprise you!

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We’re joined by Southland’s own Nick Edgerton, live from Christchurch, where the woodchopping Competition is underway at the New Zealand Agricultural Show. Nick gives us the inside scoop on the event, what makes woodchopping such a crowd favourite, and how the South Island team is shaping up against New South Wales.

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This weekend marks an incredible milestone for the Mataura Volunteer Fire Brigade – 100 years of service to the community! Joining us are King’s Service Medal recipient, Life Member & President Neville Phillips, along with Life Member Robin South, to share what this centenary means to the brigade and the wider community.

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November 12, 2025 7 mins

Annie Nelson, speaking from the sidelines in Qatar, where her son Dan has been representing New Zealand at the Under-17 FIFA Football World Cup. 

The team has just come off a crucial match against Austria, and Annie shares what the atmosphere was like, how the boys handled the pressure, and Dan’s reaction after the final whistle.
We also look back on the tournament highlights, what’s next for Dan and the ...

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November 11, 2025 6 mins

Clinton’s Briar Dawson is a young mum facing an incredibly tough challenge after a shock cancer diagnosis.

Briar is determined to make the most of her time with her daughter, and there’s a way we can all help. In this chat, we’ll hear her story, how she’s coping with treatment, and how the community can support her through the Givealittle page set up by her family.

Young Mum's battle against st...

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November 11, 2025 4 mins

Tessa Geddes joins us with all the details on the upcoming Waikaia Poker Run.
This is a fantastic community event that’s all about fun, fundraising, and a bit of friendly competition — supporting Waikaia School and the Waikaia Forest Trails. We’ll find out how the Poker Run works, what’s planned for the day, and why it’s such a highlight for the community.

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November 11, 2025 9 mins

Arms Reform & Lotto Dreams
It’s just our mate Quentin (Q) Whitehead flying solo this morning, but we’re diving into two big topics. First up, New Zealand’s major gun law overhaul — what’s changing, why it matters, and Q’s take on whether these reforms hit the mark. Then we flip the script: if he ever bought a Lotto ticket and won $45 million, what would he do first? 

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November 11, 2025 7 mins

Local legend Hayley Cowan gets real.

One of my best mates, Hayley Cowan, opens up about her surprise bowel cancer diagnosis and the journey that followed. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of awareness, early detection, and getting our moves on to support the cause. Her story is brave, honest, and one you won’t want to miss.

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November 11, 2025 6 mins

Josh Lawton is a man on a mission.

One of our local lads, Josh has found a way to combine his passion for fitness with a cause close to his heart. Coming up this December, he’s taking on a massive challenge: 80km of running, 2,400 push-ups, and 1,200 pull-ups — all in just 24 hours! It’s bold, it’s brutal, and it’s all for something bigger than himself.

 

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Southland & Clutha face the storm — and the recovery.

On 24 October 2025, Southland and the Clutha region (South/West Otago) were officially declared a state of emergency following a wild wind event that caused widespread damage. Just days later, on Labour Day, we welcomed Hon Mark Mitchell, Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery, and Gore District Mayor Ben Bell into the studio for a catch-up. We talked response,...

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November 11, 2025 8 mins

Dai Henwood brings the laughs — and the heart — to Southland.

Before 7 Days Live lit up the Civic Theatre in Invercargill, comedy legend Dai Henwood joined me in studio for a kōrero full of laughs, insight, and a few cheeky predictions. We talked about his recent ONZM honour, what keeps 7 Days fresh after all these years, and the joy of bringing comedy to the Deep South.

Dai also opened up about his cancer journey and h...

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November 11, 2025 2 mins

Jack “Ranfurly Shield” Taylor touches down — and Southland is fizzing!

Fresh off the plane and carrying the mighty Log o’ Wood, Jack Taylor landed in Southland with the Ranfurly Shield in hand — bringing it back to the south for the first time in years. I caught up with him at the airport, and it was exactly what you’d expect: the boys were buzzing, the region was electric, and Jack was right at ...

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November 11, 2025 3 mins

Each Wednesday, thanks to Quinns Unichem Pharmacy, we catch up with a bunch of local lads who tell it like it is. On this episode, Hewi and Nathan join the chat the morning after the Melbourne Cup — sharing their thoughts, a few hot takes, and what things might look like if they were running the Mataura Licensing Trust.
It’s honest, insightful, and classic Southland banter

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November 10, 2025 6 mins

Scott Eade steps up — a new era for the Southland Stags.

Joining us is a name well-known to Southland rugby fans — former player, Pathways Manager, and now newly appointed Head Coach of the SBS Bank Southland Stags, Scott Eade. After a full season as Assistant Coach in charge of Defence, Scott takes the reins as Rugby Southland shifts to a new coaching structure.

We talk about his reaction to getting the top job, how hi...

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November 10, 2025 4 mins

Each Friday, thanks to Quinns Unichem Pharmacy, we catch up with a bunch of local ladies who keep us on our toes and well and truly entertained. With different interests and strong opinions, they bring fresh energy to every episode.

This week, Kim, Shirley, Taryn, and Tyla dive into the topic of tall poppy syndrome — that uniquely Kiwi tendency to cut down those who stand out or succeed. Is it about keeping things humble, or ...

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