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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New report raises concerns universities giving out too many 'A' grades
There's revelations a rise in top grades at universities may not be down to New Zealanders getting smarter. Analysis by the New Zealand Initiative reveals 'A ' grades...
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Govt launches 10-year Health Digital Investment Plan, experts welcome changes
There's belief from experts that efforts to launch a single electronic medical record are 'well overdue'. The Government is embarking on a 10-year Health Digital...
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'Simplification': Govt looking to reform local councils as part of new RMA shake-up
The Government is proposing one of the biggest reform packages around local Government in decades. Ministers are launching consultation on major proposals - including...
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Thomas Coughlan: Is the Government promising to abolish regional councils?
The Government's proposing to abolish regional councils, and replace them with boards made up of mayors from the region's city and district councils. The proposals...
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Pauline Hanson suspended from Parliament following burqa stunt
Australian politician Pauline Hanson has been suspended from Parliament for seven days after refusing to apologise for wearing a burqa in the Senate. The One Nation...
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West Indies series: What can fans expect ahead of next week?
Not much changes between formats for Blair Tickner, who's included in the 14-strong Black Caps squad for next week's opening cricket test against the West Indies...
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'Really encouraging': Education Minister celebrates maths scores going up in new trial
A-pluses all round for a nationwide maths trial. The $40 million Government programme targeted 1500 Year 7 and 8 students needing extra support, through small-group...
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Ukraine, US confirm progress being made as discussions take place
Ukrainian officials are expressing their thanks to the US, following disgruntled comments from the US President. Officials from both sides are negotiating details...
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Explained: What are markets projecting ahead of RBNZ announcement?
The Reserve Bank is set to make an announcement this week, and experts are expecting at least one more cut to the OCR. Markets are projecting the OCR will be cut...
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The Huddle: Why are we all fed up with Air New Zealand?
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Liam Hehir and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Revealed: Is Auckland business confidence on the up?
New surveys show Auckland business confidence is on the up, with reports indicating businesses are feeling less pessimistic ahead of the new year. Auckland Business...
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Willis disputes rumours National looking to roll Luxon
There's growing speculation that National is looking to oust Chris Luxon as leader ahead of the election, but Finance Minister Nicola Willis is disputing these rumours. Reports...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 November 2025, if you're building a new home or doing a biggish renovation you'll soon be...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Why is Air New Zealand chasing their customers away?
Let's talk about Air New Zealand. Look, if I was Air New Zealand, I would feel pretty beaten up after the weekend's opinion pieces. Bruce Cotterill wrote a piece...
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New report reveals leading factors behind NZ's food waste stats
New Zealand farms and food producers appear to be outpacing other countries when it comes to reducing food waste. A report commissioned by the Ministry of Environment...
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Pub quiz reward could see Wellington bar's alcohol licence stripped
A Wellington bar owner could be stripped of his liquor license for offering a bar tab as a pub quiz prize. Courtney Place's Dakota Bar advertises a first prize reward...
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Expert warns Kiwis need more 'incentives' as National unveils KiwiSaver changes
A finance expert warns New Zealanders need reasons to pay in to KiwiSaver, if they're being told to contribute more. National's made a pre-election pledge to progressively...
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'Peace of mind': Building and Construction Minister reveals how 'home warranty' rules will help Kiwis
New rules aimed at protecting homeowners should be formally introduced next year. The Government's announced plans to require all warranties for new homes three...
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Thomas Coughlan: It'll be a bumpy ride getting the KiwiSaver changes through
Chris Luxon says National's KiwiSaver election pledge will be a bottom line in coalition negotiations. National's announced plans to lift default contributions to...
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Disney cruise passenger presumed dead after search called off
Search teams have been unable to find a man who went overboard on a Melbourne to Auckland Disney cruise. Reports claim a 73-year-old jumped from the Disney Wonder...
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Jason Pine: Rating the All Blacks' performance for 2025
The All Blacks will review their campaign in the coming weeks as they take stock of a mixed year. The side are heading home in groups as they contemplate a 10-win,...
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'Frustrating': Expert voices concerns as Air NZ staff threaten strike action
Up to 15,000 passengers could be disrupted if Air New Zealand cabin crew go ahead with strike action next month. The airline's largely unionised crew plan to strike...
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Barry Soper talks the political strength, or lack thereof, of the National led coalition
Rumours have been swirling of Prime Minister Christopher Luxon getting rolled by his party. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith denied the rumours saying no one in National’s...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 21 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 21 November 2025, Heather finds out more about the disquiet in the National Party about Christopher...
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Govt called to consider human rights obligations after withdrawing transgender inclusive sport guidelines
A LGBTQ+ advocacy group is taking the Government to court over issues with transgender athlete inclusion. In July, Sport New Zealand announced it'll abandon its...
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Stock market anxiety persists despite record Nvidia results
There have been no signs of easing anxiety in the stock markets despite record Nvidia results. Investment director for Craigs Investment Partners Mark Lister told...
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US Correspondent talks Trump's impending meeting with Zohran Mamdani
Trump is set to meet with recently elected New York mayor Zohran Mamdani at the White House on Friday following months of public conflict. The US President announced...
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Pharmacy audit finds 1,200 prescription mistakes in one week
Following the death of a two-year old baby in Manawatū earlier this year Midland Community Pharmacy Group chief executive Pete Chandler co-ordinated an audit. The...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The talk of rolling Luxon is very real
Either Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is telling porkies, or he’s the most out-of-the-loop person in Wellington. His claim that there’s “no talk” of rolling Chris...
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Labour MPs claim they've got the numbers to roll Keir Starmer
Over in the UK, some Labour MPs claim they've got the necessary numbers to roll Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer's popularity has been declining and Reform remains...
