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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10 put on trial over online harassment of Brigitte Macron
Ten people went on trial in Paris charged with online harassment of Brigitte Macron over the latest case linked to unsubstantiated gender claims made against the...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Can Labour be trusted with a capital gains tax?
Labour recently confirmed it aimed to campaign on the introduction of a capital gains tax on commercial and investment residential property. Leader Chris Hipkins...
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Explained: Will we see the economy pick up in 2026?
It's been a tough couple of years for the economy, but there's hope things will pick up sooner rather than later. There's been an improved outlook on the NZX and...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 29 October 2025, teachers resistance to the new school curriculum is in full swing. History...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Labour just save Luxon's skin?
If yesterday told us anything, it's that National doesn't have to replace Chris Luxon as urgently as some in the party were saying just a couple of weeks ago. Because...
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The Huddle: Does Bill Gates have a point on climate change?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Revealed: Does the maths on Labour's capital gains tax really work?
The rate Labour settled on for its capital gains tax policy is partially below the recommendation made by the tax working group six years ago. The proposed 28 percent...
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Victoria Uni expert agrees with Bill Gates' call on climate change
Billionaire Bill Gates is shifting his tone on climate change, cautioning against a 'doomsday' future view. In a lengthy online memo, the Microsoft co-founder says...
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Communities welcome updated bill giving them bigger share of online casino profits
Community groups and charities successfully turned the Government view on giving them a share of online casino profits. It originally set the duty in new laws for...
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Heart of the City unveils taxi service designed to help Aucklanders explore the city
Aucklanders are about to have short-term free taxi rides to the heart of the city. The 'Straight to the Heart' service launching tomorrow - across Ponsonby, Newmarket,...
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'Concerned': History Teachers' Association voices doubts over proposed curriculum changes
The Government is looking to broaden the social science curriculum, but it's prompted concern from some educators. The Education Minister today unveiled proposed...
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Barry Soper: Did Winston Peters regret his tweet?
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has appeared to correct the Prime Minister for taking credit on a trade deal. Chris Luxon has confirmed New Zealand is one of a handful...
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Hurricane Melissa set to hit Cuba
Hurricane Melissa is moving towards eastern Cuba, weakening further to a category three storm. The National Hurricane Center is still warning of powerful effects...
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Constellation Cup test: What can fans expect ahead of tonight's clash?
The Silver Ferns won't lack for belief heading into the deciding Constellation Cup netball test in Christchurch tonight. Australia leads the series 2-1, but if the...
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Govt opens consultation into WoF shakeup
The Government's pushing ahead on updating land transport rules - kicking off public consultation today. It's considering simplifying heavy vehicle permits, and...
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King Charles heckled over weekend amid Andrew scandal
King Charles has been heckled in public about his brother's relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. As the King visited a UK cathedral, a man bellowed...
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NBR wins settlement with law firm, fund managers over news website subscriptions
Companies sharing small numbers of subscription passwords to access paywalled news content may face legal scrutiny. Business website NBR has reached settlements...
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South Island farmers hoping to recover from last week's weather
Fresh attention on rural areas reeling from last week's severe weather. Southland, Clutha and Kaikoura are still under States of Emergency - and more than 8,000...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Do New Zealanders really want a capital gains tax?
Well, I don't know what's worse for Labour - the fact that they've announced a capital gains tax policy again today, or the fact that someone leaked it and forced...
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The Huddle: Do we really need a capital gains tax?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 28 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 28 October 2025, Labour has confirmed its worst case secret: a Capital Gains Tax will be brought...
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'Half-baked': Nicola Willis condemns Labour's capital gains tax policy
Governing parties have been quick to condemn Labour's proposed capital gains tax policy. The opposition announced the policy for next year's election campaign,...
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Netball NZ head hopes to strengthen ties with Taurua following Silver Ferns return
Netball New Zealand boss Jennie Wyllie is looking forward to mending ties with reinstated Silver Ferns coach Dame Noeline Taurua. The pair have been colleagues since...
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Chris Hipkins reveals how CGT will fund GP visits
Chris Hipkins is confident Labour's Capital Gains Tax policy can cover three free GP visits every year. The party's announced a policy for next year's election campaign,...
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'Disappointed': Expert voices concerns with consent curriculum changes
There's some disappointment from a sexual education expert over new Government curriculum changes. Education Minister Erica Stanford has released her draft Year...
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Barry Soper: When did Labour plan to announce this tax policy?
Labour was forced to reveal its tax policy early, after details were leaked to media over the long weekend. The party's proposed a 28 percent capital gains tax...
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Dutch volleyball player denied Australian visa following 2016 rape conviction
A Dutch volleyball player convicted in 2016 of raping an underage girl has been denied a visa to Australia to compete in next month’s Beach Volleyball World Championships. Steven...
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Liam Lawson set to wait to learn racing future - report
Liam Lawson looks set to assist Max Verstappen's Formula 1 championship bid, before learning of his 2026 fate. Keen to focus on the defending champion's campaign...
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Auckland Councillor calls out 'anti-EV propaganda' after fatal bus fire
One Auckland councillor has voiced disappointment with recent misinformation concerning the fatal bus collision on Tāmaki Drive. An electric bus suffered a fatal...
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Barry Soper says Te Pāti Māori 'shouldn't be anywhere near Government'
Te Pāti Māori's behaviour is once again a topic of discussion following bill burning and allegations of over-spending this week. Barry Soper told Heather du Plessis-Allan...
