Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
4pm–7pm weekdays
Dynamic, sharp and connected - Heather du Plessis-Allan means business.
With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.
Assertive, direct and opinionated, Heather is well respected by leading news makers, business leaders and political insiders.
As well as setting the news agenda, this show has a major focus on local and international business, ensuring our listeners are engaged and informed.
Heather du Plessis-Allan is a driving force at the centre of New Zealand’s biggest newsroom and number one radio station*.
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Nigel Farage's Reform Party would win in general election, new poll reveals
New data shows Nigel Farage and the Reform Party would win more seats than Labour and the Conservatives in the next general election. Political analysts have revealed...
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Explained: Why has Nike's stock taken a dive?
New reports show Nike's stock has plummeted 68 percent from its November 2021 peak. Experts say it's a textbook 'fallen angel' - a former market darling now trading...
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Federated Farmers' meat and wool group ousts chair Toby Williams
In a surprise move, Federated Farmers meat and wool group recently ousted chair Toby Williams. Williams lost the chairmanship to Marlborough provincial vice president...
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The Huddle: Are more apartment buildings the solution?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and CTU economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Moana Pasifika revelation could do huge damage
How disappointing is the revelation that Whānau Ora money has been used to fund the Moana Pasifika rugby team? How disappointing is that? And this is not a criticism...
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Employees involved in partial strikes could have pay docked under new legislation
Workers taking part in partial strikes could soon have their pay docked under new legislation coming out of Parliament. Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 26 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 26 June 2025, Labour MP Willie Jackson reflects on the sudden death of his friend and Maori...
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NZR expert shines light on referee abuse that led to Horowhenua-Kāpiti postponements
Concerns have been raised after Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union cancelled a series of Saturday matches. The provincial union made the call after the abuse of a referee...
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Moana Pasifika facing questions over funding contracts
The Moana Pasifika Super Rugby franchise faces questions over disclosure and transparency at ownership level. It recently came to light that the team received taxpayer...
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'Terrible': Labour's Willie Jackson pays tribute to Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
Labour's Willie Jackson will attend Kemp's tangi in Taihape over the weekend. Te Pāti Māori's Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp died today aged 50, following a battle...
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'Feels rushed': Community leaders voice disapproval with Government plan for taller apartments in Auckland
Not everyone's a fan of Government's efforts to build taller in central Auckland suburbs. The Government is requiring the council to legislate for apartments at...
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Thomas Coughlan: Remembering Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp
Parliament adjourned early today, after marking the death of Te Pāti Māori's Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp. Kemp died aged 50 following kidney disease. NZ Herald political...
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Erin Patterson trial: Jury to begin deliberations
The jury in the trial of triple-murder accused Erin Patterson is edging towards beginning deliberations in Australia's Victoria. The 50-year-old also faces a charge...
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Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union postpones games after referee abused
Horowhenua-Kāpiti Rugby Union chief executive Corey Kennett says he is drawing a line in the sand by canning all rugby matches this weekend after a referee was so...
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Explained: Everything you need to know ahead of Wegovy's NZ arrival
The count-down's on for New Zealand chemist sales of weight-loss drug Wegovy. A pharmacist has told our newsroom the hunger-suppressing drug will be available on...
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UK set to purchase nuclear-carrying fighter jets
The UK Government is set to purchase 12 new fighter jets which can be equipped with nuclear bombs - with plans to join NATO's airborne nuclear mission. Downing Street...
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Explained: What's driving the shift in the international housing market?
New reports indicate the global housing market has entered a significant downturn. Existing home sales have neared recessionary levels and new home sales are expected...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Did the Banking Association lobby the Government?
New reports reveal the Government did get lobbied by the Banking Association over a proposed law change to prevent costly class action lawsuits. Minister Scott Simpson...
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The Huddle: Do we need to means-test NZ Super?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Nick Leggett of Infrastructure NZ joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Chorus expansion makes infrastructure priority list
Broadband company Chorus is celebrating an endorsement from the Infrastructure Commission for its planed extension. Chorus seeks to extend its ultrafast broadband...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The academics need to harden up here
Have you caught up on the drama between the academics and David Seymour? Can I just respectfully suggest that the academics need to harden up? They are upset because...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 25 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 25 June 2025, New Zealand is not getting bang for buck when we spend on infrastructure, but...
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'Feels like a victory': Fans celebrate as Auckland City FC draws with Boca Juniors
There's hope among Kiwi football fans after Auckland City FC bounces back from some disappointing matches. After conceding a whopping 16 goals in their first two...
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Retirement Commissioner floats potential means-testing for Super
Discussions are circling on whether now's the time to means-test Superannuation. 2023 Census data shows 33,000 over-65s earned $100,00-to-$200,000 dollars - and...
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Israel-Iran ceasefire holds, US President issues warning
Iran and Israel have had their first quiet night in almost two weeks, as a fragile ceasefire continues to hold. President Donald Trump is slamming a leaked intelligence...
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'We're not optimising': Infrastructure Commission draft plan reveals how NZ can boost output
There's growing calls for New Zealand to get realistic about our infrastructure. The Infrastructure Commission's released a 30-year draft plan today for future...
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Thomas Coughlan: Unpacking the Infrastructure Commission's new 30-year plan
Can New Zealand plug its infrastructure gap by adopting spatial planning systems - or funding investment through user-pricing? They're among ideas mooted in a 30-year...
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US strikes did not destroy Iran's nuclear programme, intelligence report claims
Reports claim US strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities did not destroy the Iranian nuclear programme - and likely only set it back. Details of the initial damage...
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Relief as Auckland City FC's clash against Boca Juniors ends in draw
The Oceania Football Confederation is proud of Auckland City's campaign at the FIFA Club World Cup. City bounced backed from two humbling losses by a combined 16...
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Auckland councillor reveals what Government housing instructions mean for key areas
An Auckland councillor says the Government requiring larger apartments in the neighbourhood of new CRL train stations is in line with other council requests. The...
