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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Australia's opposition coalition splits up after election loss
Australian's opposition has split - officially ending the Liberal-National coalition. National leader David Littleproud has confirmed his party will stand apart...
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Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen gearing up for boxing clash
Sonny Bill Williams is adamant that his upcoming boxing bout against Paul Gallen will be the last time he steps in the ring. The former All Blacks and Kiwis star...
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Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance urges council to scrap green bin spending
New figures from the Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance show Auckland Council has invested $3 million on communications and advertising alone for the green waste bins. This...
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UK and EU move forward with trade talks
Negotiations to reset the UK's post-Brexit relations reached a turning point - with leaders holding talks ahead of an upcoming summit. Both regions recently reached...
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Leading credit rating agency downgrades US Government debt ratings
Moody's cut the US credit rating by one notch, citing rising debt and interest payments that outpace those of similar sovereigns. The downgrade to 'Aa1' from 'Aaa'...
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New quarterly reports indicate commercial gas users facing 'unsustainable' prices
Commercial users of gas are likely to be hit hard by 'unsustainable' prices this year, according to sector regulators. The Gas Industry Company’s latest quarterly...
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The Huddle: Will the Te Pāti Māori saga overshadow Budget week?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Grownups don't need to use social media
I've got a life tip for you - Grownups should not post their opinions on social media. Case in point, Gary Lineker. Now, Gary is about to announce that he's leaving...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 19 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 19 May 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to Heather ahead of Budget Day later this...
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Budget 2025: Finance Minister hints more announcements to come ahead of day
The 2025 Budget is due out this week - and the Finance Minister's feeling hopeful despite the concerns around Te Pāti Māori's antics. Prime Minister Chris Luxon...
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Mt Eden villa owners voices concerns after council orders them to remove double-glazed windows
The owners of a Mt Eden villa has voiced disapproval after Auckland Council demanded they remove double-glazed windows from their house to comply with heritage rules...
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Costco shoppers stocking up on essentials as food prices soar
A bustle of butter-buying at Auckland's Costco - where it costs $10 a kilo. Stats NZ figures show the price of a block of butter has soared 65 percent in the past...
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Dwindling supply set to impact commercial gas users, experts voice concerns
The Associate Energy Minister says reversing natural gas policies will take time. Production fell 20 percent in the first quarter - compared on the year before...
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'We don't have enough': Patient Voice Aotearoa voices concerns over healthcare staff shortages
There's concerns over extreme staff shortages in rural hospitals - as the Government announces funding to help urgent and after-hours care. Patient Voice Aotearoa...
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Jason Walls: What can we expect ahead of Budget 2025?
The Finance Minister says the Budget's designed to give businesses even more confidence for the future. The Budget, released on Thursday, will put aside $65 million...
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Families of methanol poisoning victims 'insulted' over lack of response from Laos authorities
Grieving Australian families feel 'insulted' by silence around the death of two teens in Laos last year. Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles died alongside four others...
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Can Auckland FC win the A-League Men Championship?
It's been another successful weekend for Auckland FC - and all hopes are on the Kiwi side ahead of the A-League Grand Final. The Black Knights are returning home...
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'Deeply worrying': Concerns raised as Joe Biden unveils cancer diagnosis
Joe Biden's prostate cancer diagnosis has come after earlier intense public scrutiny of his health fitness for the presidency. The former US President has an aggressive...
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Gavin Grey: Suspect wanted for questioning over Madeleine McCann disappearance
The chief suspect in Madeleine McCann's disappearance, who is currently serving a sentence for a rape conviction, is set to be released from prison in Germany later...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 16 May 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis tells Heather why she's begrudgingly signed off on...
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Peter Lewis: 'Long way to go' in US-China trade war
The trade war between the United States and China has settled down for 90 days. President Donald Trump’s agreed to reduce tariffs by 115 percent. Asia Business...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: In defence of instant coffee
I just want to be clear, I don't want to start a disagreement between shows here on Newstalk ZB, but I did listen to Mike Hosking this morning talking some smack,...
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Andrew Little: Wellington Mayoral candidate comes up against Tory Whanau
Wellington’s potential next Mayor is making headlines for dishing out suggestions to the current mayor. Andrew Little called on Tory Whanau to not sign any more...
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Sports Huddle: Is hunger more important than talent?
One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and Sports Journalist Jim Kayes join Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. Auckland FC are facing a huge challenge this...
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Steve Corcia: Auckland FC have to be 'ready for the challenge ahead'
Auckland FC have 180 minutes to secure their place in the grand final, when they take on the Melbourne Victory tomorrow. Melbourne Victory are regarded as one of...
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Jacqui Lloyd: NZ 'priced itself out' of cruise ship market
New reports show cruise ships are giving New Zealand a miss. Next season will see a 28 percent decrease in port visits nationwide. Cruise Association CEO Jackie...
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David Seymour: Waitangi Tribunal claims 'factually untrue'
The Waitangi Tribunal is urging the Government to “immediately halt” the Act Party-promoted Regulatory Standards Bill set to be introduced to Parliament on Monday. In...
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Nicola Willis: NZ film industry will 'pack its bags' without rebate
The finance minister’s making more commitments ahead of next week’s budget. In her pre-budget announcement, the finance minister said $577 million will be injected...
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ACC minister looking to 'shift liability' of sexual abuse compensation
The ACC minister’s questioning whether ACC is the right outfit for people needing compensation after experiencing sexual assault. In 2023 the Court of Appeal ruled...
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US Supreme Court judges say birthright citizenship order is 'unconstitutional'
The United States Supreme Court is hearing arguments in the appeal of three orders to end birthright citizenship for children born in the United States to someone...
