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Steve Wyn Harris interviews Professor James Scott, exploring Steve's latest passion – capturing meteors, shooting stars, and fireballs in the night sky!

In this episode, Steve chats with Matt Holden, a Central Hawke's Bay farmer who has encountered a remarkable phenomenon on his farm. Join us as we explore the unexpected giant crack that has emerged after the region's recent wet weather, leaving Matt and the community astonished.

Discover the captivating details behind this mysterious geological occurrence as Steve engages in an in-depth conversation with Matt. They discuss the origins of the crack, its implications for farming operations, and the unique challenges it presents. Matt shares his firsthand experiences, revealing the initial shock and subsequent efforts to understand this unprecedented event.

Donald interviews senior flying instructor Ross Macdonald from the Central Hawke's Bay Aero Club 

Kate Cullwick and her sister, Prue, created their online homewares business, Foxtrot Home, just on five years ago. Having identified a niche in the homewares market, they began sourcing and importing ethically made, sustainably produced natural French linen products. With a strong focus on customer experience and riding a wave of soaring interest in linen products, Foxtrot Home took off. Having grown up on a beef and sheep farm, the sisters were determined that living rurally would not be an impediment to sourcing their products nor prevent them from operating a very successful online business. When the sisters started to think about diversifying their product range, wool products were a natural fit. Kate lives on a farm in Central Hawke’s Bay. Using strong wool grown on the farm, Foxtrot now produces baby blankets and throws. Foxtrot’s profile has allowed Kate to champion New Zealand wool and the fantastic farmers who produce it. Kate and Prue are busily expanding their wool offering and will have new products available next year.

Steve and Aaron go back to 1953 when the Queen was visiting New Zealand. On this particular day, the Royal Train made a private stop for lunch amongst the rolling green hills of Hatuma. Aaron shares a family anecdote about his Grandfather Jo Topp a marketing genius and the sneaky tip-off that led to an impressive 130-yard welcome for Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth. 

Steve Wyn Harris interviews commercial fisherman Richard Kibblewhite while at sea off the coast of Porangahau. Hear about life as a commercial fisherman in New Zealand. Plus some tips for the recreational fishers. 

Central FM's Breakfast host Donald Parkinson interviews Dr Hinemoa Elder about the inspiration for her top-selling locally published book Aroha.

Listen to the Coaches interview with Emma Twigg an Olympic Gold medallist having won the women's single scull event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.