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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Andy Burnham found to be preferred Labour leader, new poll reveals
A new poll shows people in the UK are in the mood for a leadership change. An exclusive YouGov poll for Sky News shows Andy Burnham has overtaken Keir Starmer as...
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Queenstown told to double infrastructure in 15 years
Queenstown will need to double its infrastructure within 15 years to keep pace with growth, according to Southern Infrastructure chief executive Ross Copland. Copland...
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The Huddle: Do we think we need to cut public service jobs?
Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and NZ Herald senior correspondent Katie Bradford joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Wild game meat donation scheme aims to deliver more food to families in need
A new partnership between the New Zealand Game Animal Council and Wild Game Recovery Trust has been launched to donate meat to households in need. Using the Hunt...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 19 May 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 19 May, 2026, we talk to the New Zealand Initiative's Roger Partridge about whether Nicola Willis'...
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Explained: Is New Zealand a tax haven for Australians?
Following the release of last week's Budget, there's growing claims that Australians are looking across the Tasman with 'genuine envy'. A recent article in The Australian...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Let's make a start on unwinding years of public sector bloat
As you’d expect, I’m a huge fan of Nicola Willis’ plan to cut down the size of the public sector. This is the second issue I’ve been harping on about to her. The...
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Brethren religious sect orders members to get rid of pets
Kiwi members of a religious sect may be putting down pets, on a directive from leaders. The Plymouth Brethren Christian Church has told followers to get rid of their...
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'Dangerous': Expert issues warning on sleeping pods following baby death
Experts are flagging the dangers of some sleeping devices, after a five-month old's death in 2022. The baby boy was found unresponsive and died after being left...
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'We need to consolidate': NZI board chair welcomes Govt plan to cut public service roles
The New Zealand Initiative is praising Government plans to slash almost 9,000 public service roles by mid-2029. It also intends to reduce Government departments...
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Barry Soper: Why won't Labour reveal Future Fund details til after the election?
Labour has admitted key details about its Future Fund, including the cost to the Crown and which state assets will be rolled into it, will not be released until...
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Opposition leader Angus Taylor leaves door open for One Nation partnership
Opposition leader Angus Taylor has left the door open to a partnership with One Nation ahead of the next election. One Nation is continuing to outpoll the coalition,...
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Tanah Boyd suffering suspected ACL interview after Broncos win
Warriors assistant coach Slade Griffin expects a smooth change in the halves against the Dragons on Saturday, despite a potentially season-ending knee injury to...
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'Shafted': Advocate condemns Govt's new Disability Support Services Bill
A disability advocate has slammed Louise Upston moving to close the door on treating family carers as state employees. The Disability Issues Minister is introducing...
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Manchester mayor Andy Burnham backs away from Brexit stance
Things are heating up in the world of UK politics, as Manchester mayor Andy Burnham backs away from Brexit stance. Burnham's supporters say it’s unhelpful the debate...
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Services sector contracts in April - report
The BNZ-BusinessNZ Performance of Services Index (PSI) rose 2.7 points to 48.9, up from 46.2 in March. A reading below 50 indicates the sector - which accounts for...
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Ukraine offers NZ deal to build military drones
Ukraine has approached New Zealand about a deal to build military drones, in a new push to sell its Russian-killing technology around the world. Ukraine has 20 countries...
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The Huddle: Is Luxon right to bring up immigration?
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: What problems will buying back BNZ solve?
Here’s a question for you: if you really like Winston Peters’ idea of buying back the BNZ - why? What problem do you think will be solved by buying it back? Do you...
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Budget 2026: Finance Minister hints changes to come to Govt departments
Ahead of Budget 2026, the Finance Minister has hinted towards incoming changes for certain Government departments. Nicola Willis says she's planning to tell ministries...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 18 May 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 18 May, 2026, former Finance Minister Ruth Richardson on why we can't buy back the BNZ as Winston...
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Rain anxiety: Research shows weather disasters taking toll on mental health
New research shows anxiety is spiking during downpours, as more weather disasters threaten people's property and safety. A new survey shows 73 percent of respondents...
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Cannabis and exercise: Dave Letele weighs in on new claims
Some people have turned to an unexpected source to help boost their workouts. A piece in the New York Times claims people in pot-friendly US states have turned to...
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'Really excited': Minister Erica Stanford on the Govt's new pre-Budget education package
Ahead of Budget 2026, there's a promise of $131 million for education - which includes taking on students falling behind. The pre-Budget funding announcement pledges...
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'Wrong': Former Finance Minister condemns NZ First proposal to buy back BNZ
A former Finance Minister once forced to bail out BNZ says buying it back would be lunacy. New Zealand First is proposed re-nationalising the bank, buying it back...
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Barry Soper: Erica Stanford's done well with the education portfolio
A $131 million education boost aiming to lift maths results and teachers' confidence teaching it has been revealed. Funding's going to new workbooks and digital...
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Post-Budget polling shows mixed reactions to Albanese-led Government
The first round of polls following the Australian federal Budget are out, and the Albanese-led Government is taking a hit. New data shows Opposition leader Angus...
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Magic Round: Warriors beat out Broncos in Brisbane
The Warriors have dismissed a Brisbane NRL hoodoo with a convincing 42-12 win over the Broncos at Suncorp Stadium for Magic Round. It's the first time the Warriors...
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Victims Advisor back Govt proposal to scrap 'good character' assessments for sexual offenders
A survivors' advocate is welcoming the Government's proposal to scrap 'good character' sentencing considerations for sexual offenders. National's Justice spokesperson...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is anyone looking out for businesses?
We need to talk about what Chris Hipkins has said about immigration. First of all, Labour can frankly shut up accusing the Nats of anti-migrant rhetoric because...
