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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UK police investigate attack on Jewish ambulances
British police have confirmed they're investigating an online claim of responsibility for an arson attack after four volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation...
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Airlines warned NZ flights might need to be cut if fuel rationing hits
International airlines could be forced to cut flights in and out of New Zealand if fuel shortages lead to a rationing of supply. Concerns have been raised about...
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Molesworth Station: The fight is on to take over NZ's largest farm
The fight is on to run New Zealand's largest farm. Five contenders have put up their hand to commercially farm in Marlborough's Molesworth Recreation Reserve. The...
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The Huddle: Why has Trump backtracked on Iran?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson and former Auckland mayor Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government is right to have limited the fuel relief package
If you were listening to the previous show - Tyler’s show - you’ll have heard that not everyone loves the package the Government has just announced to help families...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 24 March, 2026, help for families feeling the pinch at the petrol pump - we talk to the Finance...
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'Really alert': Economist reacts to Reserve Bank Governor's Iran war speech
The Reserve Bank Governor says the central bank is closely monitoring fuel prices, but won't rush into reacting. Anna Breman says the Iran war is likely to lead...
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Middle East conflict: Expert claims Trump 'exaggerating' Iran statements
An international relations expert says Donald Trump's messaging on Iran could be misleading. The US President says he's holding off on threats to strike Iranian...
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'Keep the game up to speed': Lotto to make changes to prizes, number of winners
Lotto's ramping up its prizes and number of winners and lifting the biggest win from $50 million to $60 million. It's adding another four Powerballs - which reduces...
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'Difficult decision': ACT's Brooke van Velden on stepping away from politics
ACT deputy leader Brooke van Velden has announced she won't stand at the 2026 general election. She made the announcement in Parliament earlier today, surrounded...
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'Everyone wants relief': Finance Minister says Govt had to make tough choices with fuel relief scheme
The Government's announced $50 a week in temporary relief for low and middle-income families hit by high fuel prices. The in-work tax credit boost comes into effect...
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Barry Soper: Why is the Govt's fuel cost relief package controversial?
About 143,000 families are in the line for relief under a temporary Government boost to the in-work tax credit. The Finance Minister's revealed the targeted support...
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Australia inks new trade deal with EU
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen have unveiled the details of a new trade deal today. This deal has been...
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Neil Barnes, Mike Blair, Tana Umaga confirmed as All Blacks coaching staff
The All Blacks' new defence coach knows what he's getting into with his new job. Tana Umaga is one of three new faces under head coach Dave Rennie, with Jason Ryan...
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'Shock': Process Vegetables NZ chair McCain closing Hastings plant
There's shock from vegetable growers at news frozen food company McCain is shutting its Hastings processing plant next year. McCain says it reflects a shift in how...
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Prime Minister Starmer calls emergency meeting on economy
Over in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to chair an emergency meeting on the economic fallout from the ongoing Iran war. The conflict has entered its...
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Data shows more overseas visitors cancelling NZ trips
Reports indicate more overseas visitors are cancelling trips to New Zealand, generating more concerns about the nation's economic recovery. A new survey shows that...
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Middle East conflict: Oil prices up as war enters fourth week
Oil prices have risen as the fall out continues from the ongoing Middle East crisis. Brent Crude oil rose about US$1 to be just above US$113 a barrel in early Asia...
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The Huddle: Should we really be worried about New Zealand's economy?
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 will this election do for New Zealand First?
Now we’ve got to talk about Winston. If you hadn’t noticed yet - or maybe you didn’t believe it - take a look at Winston Peters’ State of the Nation speech yesterday...
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'Delayed economic recovery': Credit ratings agency Fitch downgrades NZ's outlook
Major credit rating agency Fitch needs more confidence our Government will lower debt before it will change our rating. It reduced New Zealand's AA+ rating outlook...
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Nicola Willis promises incoming cost relief measures will be line with Govt fiscal strategy
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has revealed plans are in place to unveil a package to help households with the cost of fuel. She says more details will be revealed...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 23 March, 2026, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones on why we'll now let Australian-grade fuel...
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Lower Hutt couple lose tenancy dispute after not disclosing dog
A Lower Hutt couple have been taken to the Tenancy Tribunal by their landlords after they refused to disclose they had gotten a dog. A video surfaced on social media...
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Fed Farmers expert voices concerns as Fonterra reports 2.8 percent profit lift
There's a view Fonterra's strong result today is unlikely to climb much more. The dairy giant's reported a 2.8 percent rise in first-half net profit to $750 million. It's...
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'Overdue': Shane Jones on the Govt allowing Australian-standard fuel into NZ
The Associate Energy Minister says 'finicky' differences have barred Australian-standard fuel here. The Government's relaxing our specifications to harmonise with...
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Barry Soper: What will the Govt borrow - or cut - for the fuel crisis?
The Government's bracing itself for fuel pipeline disruptions down the track. As of Wednesday, the country had seven weeks of petrol reserves, and more than six...
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One Nation sees surge in support in South Australia
Labor has comfortably won re-election in South Australia, but One Nation has achieved its best electoral result in decades. The Liberal Party was polling at 19 percent...
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Explained: Why did NZ Cricket choose NZ20 over a Big Bash team?
New Zealand Cricket's trans-Tasman counterparts believe time will tell over whether choosing NZ20 over a Big Bash team is the right play. NZC have given conditional...
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'We needed this': NZ20 receives conditional approval from NZ Cricket
The NZ20 consortium are confident - but not adamant - they will get off the ground for next January. The franchise league has been given conditional support by New...
