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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Israel condemns stabbing attack on two Jewish men in London
British police are treating the stabbing of two men on Wednesday in north London as a 'terrorist incident', following arson attacks targeting Jewish sites. Police...
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Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta report latest earnings
The world's leading tech giants - Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet and Meta - all recently reported their latest earnings. All of these companies surpassed investor expectations,...
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Halter to offer tech boost to cattle farmers
Halter has launched a world first direct-to-satellite service for its smart collars to enable beef cattle farmed in remote areas to access its virtual fencing technology. The...
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The Huddle: Is this coalition saga just Winston being Winston?
Tonight on The Huddle, artist and local Government politician Oscar Kightley and Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following...
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'Pretty fair': NorthChamber chair on the proposed $4.50 Northland Expressway toll
The NZ Transport Agency has proposed a $4.50 toll on the proposed new highway between Warkworth and Te Hana, and it's proven controversial. AA has called on the...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is the coalition really in crisis?
Look, I’m not as excited about the Winston Peters-Chris Luxon emails meeting as clearly some people are. I mean, there are people predicting the collapse of the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 30 April, 2026, we talk to former Prime Minister Helen Clark about the spat between Christopher...
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Up to six Kiwi activists caught up in IDF interception of flotilla bound for Gaza
A New Zealander involved in the latest Gaza-bound flotilla attempt says four other Kiwi activists have been kidnapped by Israeli forces. About 19 ships were reportedly...
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Explained: Why is Gen Z outsourcing relationship issues to AI?
Sometimes in relationships, conversations can be difficult to carry out, and more young people are outsourcing their issues to AI. New reports show a significant...
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'Baby step': Former Reserve Bank economist on the RBNZ disclosing vote details on OCR decisions
A former senior economist at the Reserve Bank is calling releasing details of who voted which way on the Official Cash Rate a 'baby step'. It's been agreed by the...
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'Lack of communication': Helen Clark weighs in on coalition disagreements between National, NZ First
Helen Clark reckons political polling's behind disagreements in the coalition. Winston Peters' office released emails showing Prime Minister Chris Luxon was advised...
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Barry Soper: What could the Maiki Sherman suspension mean for regulations on reporters?
TVNZ's Maiki Sherman's had her access to Parliament suspended for five days, after an altercation with an MP. The decision comes after National complained to TVNZ,...
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Interim report released by Royal Commission into deadly Bondi shooting
An interim report from the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has made some recommendations in order to strengthen strengthen counterterrorism...
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Saudi Arabia to pull funding from LIV Golf
LIV Golf's future could finally come to a head overnight. The Wall Street Journal report that LIV will tell players in the coming hours that Saudi Arabia's Public...
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Community meeting on Mt Maunganui's future set to take place
Hopes some relief for businesses will be on the cards in a public meeting to discuss the future of Mount Maunganui this evening. Mauao has been closed to the public...
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King Charles defends NATO, urges Ukraine support in US address
King Charles reiterated the importance of NATO and other alliances with the US in a 'contested world' as part of his toast at a White House state banquet. Charles’s...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Will the weather disasters lead to our insurance premiums going up?
The recent burst of bad weather and growing concerns about inflation have prompted Kiwis to worry about their insurance premiums going up. Insurance premiums have...
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Stock market picks up in April, despite Iran conflict
Following the market downturn in March as a result of the Iran conflict , things appear to be more hopeful towards the end of April. The ceasefire caused a significant...
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The Huddle: What do we think of TVNZ's conduct in the Maiki Sherman saga?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: TVNZ crossed a line with their handling of Maiki Sherman
From the commentary I’m seeing online, it’s clear there is a perception that no one reported on the Maiki Sherman revelation because the media were protecting one...
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ACT's Simon Court voices concerns as Ngāi Tahu calls for Otago gold mine to be scrapped
Concerns have been raised by iwi Ngāi Tahu over the Central Otago gold mine proposed by Santana Minerals. At a hearing of the Fast-track expert panel in Dunedin...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, we talk to a Middle East analyst about whether the UAE pulling out of OPEC...
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'I was never told': Woman who almost lost her home on liquidator mix-up incident
A Palmerston North woman almost lost her house when a liquidator mistook her for someone else. The woman, 29-year-old army medic Kim Dwyer, was mixed-up with an...
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'Not a good look': Expert raises concerns with TVNZ's handling of alleged Maiki Sherman incident
Questions have been raised over the media's handling of an incident concerning TVNZ's political editor, Maiki Sherman. Reports have emerged that TVNZ threatened...
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'Common sense': NZ Drug Foundation on the Government's planned crackdown on nangs
The Government's crackdown on the misuse of nitrous oxide appears to target the areas of most harm. The gas is increasingly becoming a health risk - particularly...
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United Arab Emirates to leave oil cartel OPEC
The UAE's exit from OPEC will deliver a painful blow to the oil cartel and its de-facto leader. The Gulf State is walking away from the group after nearly six decades...
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Barry Soper: The gloves are off ahead of the election
Nicola Willis has taken aim at Shane Jones' 'butter chicken tsunami' comments today, following the Government signing the NZ-India trade deal. NZ First has criticised...
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King Charles highlights US-UK bond in White House address
King Charles has highlighted the special relationship between the UK and the US, while speaking at the White House State Dinner. He also addressed Congress this...
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Crusaders gearing up for Wellington clash against Hurricanes
Coach Rob Penney is hopeful the Crusaders will harness the energy of a stunning Super Round for Friday's blockbuster showdown against the Hurricanes in Wellington. Penney...
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NZ Initiative calls for trades to be phased in as part of secondary learning overhaul
Scrapping NCEA is seen as a chance to highlight the importance of the trades. A New Zealand Initiative report argues replacing the main secondary school qualification...
