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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FMG set to pay $50 million to South Island storm victims - report
The storm that lashed Canterbury, Otago and Southland with severe winds in October has resulted in the second-most claims for an event in rural insurer FMG’s 120-year...
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The Huddle: Will more parts of the country become too risky to insure?
Tonight on The Huddle, Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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'It's part of my life': Simon Squibb reveals why he's committed to helping Kiwis fund their dreams
Simon Squibb has always been committed to encouraging people to fulfil their dreams, and as a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, he's in a position to make real change. He's...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 January 2026
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 29 January. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are the insurance companies doing us a favour on flood-prone areas?
The thing we’d been warned about with climate change has now happened - AA Insurance has stopped offering new insurance policies for Westport because of the risk...
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'Can't support that': Winston Peters raises concerns with proposed India FTA
Winston Peters claims our proposed trade agreement with India would let visa holders bring family members with them. The Trade Minister denies the FTA could allow...
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Ockham Book Awards 2026: Longlist shows true crime, history and politics leading
Forty-four titles have been announced for the 2026 Ockham Book Awards longlist, with true crime and politics among the big name nominees. Nine debut authors appear...
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Transport Minister says future-proofing needed for crucial routes hit by extreme weather
The Transport Minister says discussions must be had on roads that keep flooding during extreme weather events. Chris Bishop and the Prime Minister have been surveying...
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AA Insurance pausing new policies in Westport amid ongoing flood concerns
A warning more insurance companies could follow AA Insurance, which has paused signing up new new policies in the West Coast's Westport. Buller District Council...
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Data shows Kiwi drivers face more risk during school run timeframes
New Zealand roads are about to re-enter a dangerous window as schools return for term one. A report from driver safety advocacy group AutoSense claims accidents...
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Barry Soper: Did Todd McClay derail all the concerns about the India FTA?
The Minister for Trade's attempting to put to bed concerns about our fair trade agreement with India - repeatedly voiced by the NZ First leader. Winston Peters claims...
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Sussan Ley's future with Liberal Party in doubt as more call for her ousting
Speculation about Liberal leader Sussan Ley's future with the party is growing, as more people call for her ousting. Angus Taylor and Andrew Hastie are the two names...
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Explained: Why aren't Auckland FC, Wellington Phoenix taking part in Australia Cup?
Auckland FC can live without being in football's Australia Cup. The Black Knights have been dumped because it's an Asian Confederation competition, while Auckland...
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Air New Zealand cabin crew set to strike in February
Air New Zealand says it hopes to avoid a three-day strike by international cabin crew in February. E tū Union and the Flight Attendants Association have issued strike...
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Outrage as ICE to take on security roles at Winter Olympic Games in Italy
A unit of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will take on security roles at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, sparking outrage and petitions in...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: New Govt changes bring warning for homeowners
Home owners could be left covering the costs of defective work on their properties once an overhaul of the Building Act is complete. The Government plans to give...
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Explained: How have the recent OCR cuts impacted the economy?
The Reserve Bank spent most of 2025 lowering the OCR, leaving experts to speculate how these changes impacted the economy. Since then, economic and business confidence...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 28 January 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 28 January, 2026, we look at the legacy of Judith Collins in New Zealand politics as she prepares...
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Over 22 construction firms enter liquidation in 2026 - report
2026 has been a rough year for New Zealand's construction sector, with multiple businesses going bust in January alone. Reports show there were 22 applications to...
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The Huddle: Why is Chris Luxon underperforming in the polls?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers Union and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Politics will be a little less fun without Ju‑Co in it
Right, so the biggest political news of the day is that Judith Collins has announced she’s retiring from politics to take up a new job as the head of the Law Commission...
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'We want to establish all the facts': Mayor Mahé Drysdale outlines Maunganui investigation
Tauranga City Council's confirmed staff were working around Mount Maunganui on the morning a landslide buried six people at the campground. Surrounding cordons were...
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Economists warn OCR could rise again as soon as May - report
The Official Cash Rate is expected to rise this year, although forecasters say predicting when is tricky. Inflation was stronger in the December quarter than expected,...
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Judith Collins opens up about political regrets following retirement announcement
Judith Collins says the one thing she'd change about her political career is leading the National Party. The Senior MP has announced she's leaving politics after...
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Barry Soper: Does Judith Collins' retirement come as a surprise?
Reflections on a tumultuous career, as senior National MP Judith Collins quits politics. She's moving to become the Law Commission President - after 24 years in...
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Minneapolis shootings prompt concerns from Republicans ahead of mid-terms - report
The latest civilian death at the hands of Federal Immigration Officers in the US could hurt the Republican party in midterm elections. Donald Trump is kicking off...
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Australian Open quarter-finals: Elena Rybakina defeats Iga Swiatek
Fifth seed Elena Rybakina has taken the first set of her Australian tennis Open quarter-final against world number two Iga Swiatek 7-5. The weather is considerably...
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Father of Sophie Elliott maintains daughter's killer not fit for release
One of New Zealand’s most violent murderers is set to appear before the Parole Board for the first time this week. Clayton Weatherston was sentenced to life in prison...
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Former UK Home Secretary Suella Braverman defects to Reform
Over in the UK, another high-profile member of the Conservative Party has defected to Nigel Farage's Reform Party. Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman, well...
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'We have to break the cycle': How can nations prepare for weather disasters?
Last week's extreme weather in the Upper North Island left a lot of damage behind, and concerns have been raised about the future. The Government last year established...
