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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Sarah Ferguson dropped from multiple charities over Epstein email
Seven charities have dropped the Sarah Ferguson as a patron, after an email from 2011 emerged in which she called sex offender Jeffrey Epstein her 'supreme friend'. Julia's...
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Privacy Commissioner reveals retailers' use of shoplifters' images may breach privacy law
The Privacy Commissioner has issued a warning for retailers who aim to publicly shame shoplifters. The Commissioner says businesses posting CCTV footage and images...
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The Huddle: Do we think NZ will recognise Palestinian statehood?
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer Brigitte Morten and AUT chancellor Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! We're...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 23rd September 2025, Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden talks through...
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Farmers offering alternative to Alliance Group's Dawn Meats offer
A group of Southland farmers say there is a way to profitability for Alliance Group without selling off 65 percent of the co-op. Alliance shareholders are set to...
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Business NZ welcomes recent Holidays Act overhaul
Business NZ says the Government's making workers leave simpler and more cost-effective. It's announced a new hours-based annual and sick leave accrual system, including...
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Questions raised as NZ stays tight-lipped on Palestine recognition
Palestine's Deputy Foreign Minister has shared his view on what it means to recognise a Palestinian state. Foreign Minister Winston Peters will announce New Zealand's...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Winston Peters is beating the predictable immigration drum
Winston’s back, banging the trusty old immigration drum. Election next year, so no surprises there. Nor should there be any surprise that National’s keen to keep...
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NZ First's Shane Jones voices concerns about what latest immigration move means for Kiwi workers
New Zealand First is slamming the Government's latest immigration move - allowing more migrant workers to get a fast-tracked residency. The Government's announced...
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Suitcase murder trial: Auckland mum quickly removed following guilty verdict - report
A guilty verdict for the Auckland woman charged with murdering her children and leaving their bodies in suitcases. Hakyung Lee killed her eight and six-year-old...
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'This is about fairness': Brooke van Velden on the Government's changes to the Holidays Act
There's hopes new changes around leave entitlements will mean employers can focus on their core business. The Government has announced a new hours-based annual and...
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Azaria Howell: Who will our next Reserve Bank Governor be?
Speculation is building on who'll be the next Governor of the Reserve Bank, and the Government is due to make an announcement tomorrow. A source has told Bloomberg...
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Anthony Albanese 'snubbed' by Trump following recognition of Palestine
Donald Trump has accused Australia and other Western countries of 'rewarding Hamas' - and Anthony Albanese's hopes of a meeting with the US President were dashed. There...
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Explained: How are Kiwi footballers being targeted by international match fixers?
New Zealand's national football league has attracted the attention of offshore gamblers, prompting concern among experts. Recent figures show that $212 million was...
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'Serious concerns': Autism NZ criticises 'misleading' claims by Donald Trump
The head of Autism New Zealand has voiced concerns with the latest claims out of the Trump administration. US President Donald Trump made claims linking autism...
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Cyber attacks continue to impact major European airports - report
Some airports are handling cyber chaos better than others, as technical issues at major European airports continue for a third day. Dozens of flights are being delayed...
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Explained: How did the markets react to the GDP shock?
Last week's GDP data prompted disappointment from many - but how did the markets react? GDP figures show a worse dip in the economy than economists and the Reserve...
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Genesis Energy strikes new deal with BT Mining to supply coal for Huntly Power Station
Genesis Energy has struck a two-year deal with New Zealand mining company BT Mining to supply 240,000 tonnes of coal to its Huntly Power Station. The deal equates...
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The Huddle: Can the Government win the economy narrative back?
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 Ryan Bridge: Fast track isn't fast enough
So fast track has a problem - it's not fast enough. Eight months in, only two projects have been approved. The mining in Taranaki is still undergoing consultation....
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'Spades in the ground': Govt promises significant boost to the construction sector
Nicola Willis says there's been a clear message to all ministers - we don't want the billions recently allocated for infrastructure sitting in Government bank accounts. A...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 22 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 22 September 2025, Australia, the UK and Canada have officially recognised the state of Palestine......
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New Zealand’s amateur football league draws millions in offshore betting - report
New Zealand's national football league has attracted the attention of offshore gamblers, raising alarm among sport integrity experts. New data shows $212 million...
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Senior doctor's union voices concerns with Health NZ calling in ERA
The senior doctor's union is criticising Health New Zealand's decision to call in the Employment Relations Authority to sort out pay talks. Around 6000 doctors and...
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'Significant': Education Minister on the new Government package for school infrastructure
There's more funding for schools to do jobs like painting and fixing gutters as part of a $413-million-dollar package in accelerated Government investment. Education...
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Explained: What does recognising a Palestinian state mean?
One expert has offered clarification around what recognising Palestine as a state means, ahead of New Zealand's decision. Canada, the UK, and Australia have now...
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Azaria Howell: Will New Zealand move to recognise a Palestinian state?
New Zealand's yet to finalise its position on recognising Palestine, despite recent moves by our key allies. Chris Luxon says Cabinet's expected to make a final...
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Australia aims to send message by recognising Palestinian statehood
Australia's joined the UK, Canada and others in recognising Palestinian statehood. Anthony Albanese says unified recognition is important - and three of the Five...
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'Significant achievement': Lawson achieves career-best finish at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Formula One driver Liam Lawson continues to rev in the right direction. He's finished a career-best fifth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Red Bull's Max Verstappen...
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Expert issues warning as Govt looks to roll out digital drivers’ licences
There'll be no need to carry a physical drivers' licence with the Government's plan for digital alternatives. Digital Services Minister Judith Collins wants to introduce...
