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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France to send naval deployment to the Middle East
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an 'unprecedented' naval deployment in the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. France will deploy eight frigates,...
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Golden Shears Championships 2026: NZ wins 5 of 6 titles in Masterton
It was a big weekend for New Zealand's rural community, with the country's shearers dominating the 2026 Golden Shears event. New Zealand claimed an unprecedented...
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Growing calls to regulate property flippers - report
There's been a significant increase in property flippers and it's prompted concerns from experts. One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies has complained...
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The Huddle: What can we learn from the Covid inquiry?
Tonight on The Huddle, Sarah Trotman from Business Mentors and former Health NZ Chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: This Covid inquiry still matters for accountability
The big Covid inquiry - the Royal Commission of Inquiry - is out and to be honest, I don’t think it’s a game-changer. It doesn’t tell you anything you didn’t already...
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Explained: Why have oil prices reversed course?
Stock markets have rebounded and oil prices have dropped below yesterday's forecast, following recent comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump indicated the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 10 March, 2026, Aucklanders were in lockdown for longer than even Ashley Bloomfield recommended...
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'Comprehensive and balanced': Hipkins defends Covid inquiry report details
The former Covid Response Minister, Chris Hipkins, is being questioned over the latest findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry. The report was released today...
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South Island pub forced to remove outdoor seating - or face $20k fine
A legendary West Coast pub has removed its popular outdoor seating under threat of a $20,000 fine. It was decided the Formerly the Blackball Hilton's tables and...
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'Not looking good': Expert predicts bigger Air NZ profit drop following Middle East conflict
An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand needs to look at ways to cut costs as the war in the Middle East impacts fuel prices. The airline's adjusted fares...
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'Should have been transparent': Health Minister on the findings from the Covid-19 inquiry
The Health Minister has raised some concerns after the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19’s final report was released. The report found that New Zealand's...
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Barry Soper: It's important the impacts of the Covid lockdowns aren't forgotten
The Government's turning a spotlight on Chris Hipkins over newly released Covid inquiry findings. The Royal Commission's second phase report's found overall that...
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Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploying military aircraft
Australia will deploy a military surveillance aircraft to the Middle East and send missiles to the United Arab Emirates, but the Government's ruled out sending...
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Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates to return for White Ferns' South Africa series
Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates will return to the White Ferns for five games against South Africa, as the defence of the T20 World Cup looms in June. Neither featured...
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Medical trials under way for new male birth control
Progress is being made on a world-leading male contraceptive. The next stage of tests run by New Zealand Clinical Research will give participants multiple doses...
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Starmer and Trump speak for first time since President's Iran criticisms
Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have spoken for the first time since the US president condemned the UK's response to the Iran conflict. Reports claim the two leaders...
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Explained: What could the Iran conflict do to fuel prices?
There's growing concerns about the economic impacts of the war in Iran. Crude oil prices have topped $100 US dollars a barrel for the first time since 2022 - and...
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Explained: How can we regulate asteroid mining?
There's growing debate about the future of asteroid mining, as technology keeps making new advancements. These new developments have prompted concerns about how...
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The Huddle: Will National roll Luxon eventually?
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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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 09 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 9 March, 2026, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones warns we may have to ration fuel if the...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Has Luxon entered 'dead man walking' territory?
Look, I know we’re all going to have different points at which we think the media reaction to a news story gets silly but for me, that point was this morning. Members...
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'No immediate threat': Nicola Willis on the Government's plan to monitor fuel prices
The Government is actively monitoring the impact international fuel prices are having on the price we're being asked to pay at the pump. Crude oil prices have topped...
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Mayor Andrew Little says Govt need to 'pay their way' when it comes to council rates
There's growing calls for the Government to pay rates on Crown land. Wellington mayor Andrew Little has announced he'll lobby for changes to the Local Government...
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'Work to do': Advocate says more progress needs to be made in teaching Te Reo Māori
There's belief not enough children are learning Te Reo to become a bilingual nation. New data shows more than 28,000 students were taught the curriculum through...
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'Concerning': Investment expert on the market impacts of the Middle East conflict
The NZX has fallen 3.1 percent as the US and Israeli war on Iran dents people's investment portfolios. Closure of the crucial Strait of Hormuz has ignited supply...
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'Well-prepared': Minister Shane Jones says new Oversight Group will monitor fuel prices
The Government's working to stay ahead of the effects of the war in Iran. Crude oil prices have topped $100 USD a barrel for the first time since 2022, and our petrol...
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Barry Soper: Is the Government prepared to handle the Middle East conflict?
The Government's setting up a Ministerial Oversight Group on economic security to focus on fuel and supply chains. The Middle East conflict's forced crude oil over...
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Middle East conflict sees ASX take nosedive
Australia's sharemarket has taken a hammering as investors voice concerns over the escalating conflict in the Middle East. After it resumed trading today, the ASX...
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India beats out Black Caps to retain T20 World Cup title
The post-mortem has begun into New Zealand's 96-run T20 World Cup cricket final loss to India at Ahmedabad. The hosts defended their title and won the tournament...
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2034 Commonwealth Games: Athletics NZ head raises concerns over suitable venues
New Zealand has always led in track and field at the Commonwealth Games, but concerns have been raised ahead of the 2034 event. New Zealand is in the running to...
