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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Police questioning suspects after alleged terror plot foiled
Eight men, including seven Iranians, have been arrested over two suspected terror plots in England. Five were arrested at various locations around the UK as part...
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Optimism fuelling spike in NZ financial markets
New Zealand's financial markets have taken a positive turn - following months of financial uncertainty. Greg Smith from Devon Funds unpacked the factors behind...
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The Huddle: Should we be concerned about Erica Stanford?
Tonight on The Huddle, Josie Pagani from Child Fund and Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Westpac CEO reacts to bank's profit growing by 10 percent
Westpac New Zealand’s profits are continuing to rise, as it makes more money from existing customers, rather than materially growing its business. The Australian-owned...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 05 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 5 May 2025, FTA negotiations with India start this week and the Trade Minister is on the show...
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Minister Nicola Willis unpacks her use of email following Erica Stanford scandal
The Finance Minister says she steers clear of emails - following a recent ministerial scandal. This follows 1News reports that Erica Stanford sent pre-Budget announcements...
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Police Minister explains why he wants longer sentences to reduce recidivism
The Police Minister has expressed interest in locking up criminals for longer in a bid to cut down on reoffending. Criminals that serve five years or more in jail...
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Smaller weddings growing in popularity as costs go up
People are prioritising smaller guest lists as fewer couples marry - according to new reports. Wedding Professional has revealed its average client spend this year...
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Focus on safety, stability and 'Australian values' behind sweeping Albanese victory - expert
A focus on 'Australian values' during geopolitical uncertainty could explain the vast gap between the two parties at Saturday's federal election, according to one...
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Trade Minister hopeful ahead of Free Trade Agreement negotiations with India
A Kiwi negotiation team is in India this week, holding our first in-person Free Trade Agreement talks. Trade Minister Todd McClay says it's an important step in...
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Jason Walls: Could Trump's latest tariff threat help New Zealand?
The Prime Minister says it's too early to understand the potential impact of tariffs on New Zealand films. Donald Trump has most recently written he'd like100 percent...
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Explained: What does Albanese's election win mean for Dutton?
The sweeping loss for Peter Dutton's Liberal National coalition in the Australian election likely has long-term implications for the party going forward. Anthony...
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Warriors v Cowboys: Kiwi side wins 30-26
The Warriors have gone up the NRL ladder after a heart-stopping 30-26 NRL victory over the Cowboys in the Magic Round in Brisbane. The first five first half tries...
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Retail crime: West Auckland butcher says most cases too small to report on
A West Auckland butcher says a lot of shoplifting is too small to bother reporting. A Retail NZ survey has found 40 percent of retail crime goes unreported. Butcher...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I don't think voters are rejecting Trumpism
After Albo’s massive win across the ditch on Saturday, I can see a lot of commentators are tempted to blame it on Trumpism - in the same way they blamed the Canadian...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 2 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 2 May 2025, Heather and Deborah Coddington pay tribute to their good friend, Sir Bob Jones. Jones...
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David Seymour calls for ministerial cull - are all of them really needed?
David Seymour is calling for culling of the government. He’s floated a policy that would reduce the number of ministers and government departments, calling into...
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Mushroom murder trial: Patterson's estranged husband takes the stand
Court's adjourned for the weekend after day four of the accused mushroom killer trial in Melbourne. Erin Patterson's estranged husband took the stand once again,...
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Trump's first cabinet shake up sees Waltz replaced
A short term as US National Security Advisor for Mike Waltz, who's been removed from the role by Donald Trump. Current Secretary of State Marco Rubio will take...
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Generous and enormously intelligent: Deborah Coddington on the legacy of Sir Bob Jones
A passionate author and a man with a sharp wit and unapologetically colourful personality who shaped New Zealand politics. Sir Bob Jones is being remembered by...
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Is Shortland Street officially over? Staff reportedly told to find new jobs
Speculation's flying around about the future of Shortland Street. The prime-time soap opera's lost its head writer to the UK and other staff have reportedly been...
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Sir Bob Jones' 'acerbic wit' praised as politicians pay tribute
Politicians are among those paying tribute to prominent businessman, author, and former politician Sir Bob Jones. The 85-year-old, who launched the New Zealand...
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Napier residents still able to dance the night away as closing time remains unchanged
Napier residents will still be able to dance the night away. The City Council has rejected a proposal that would force bars to close an hour earlier – at 2am instead...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: New Zealand is duller without Sir Bob Jones
Very sad news this afternoon that Bob Jones has passed away. It's not altogether a surprise – he was getting on in age, and he had been feeling unwell and slowing...
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UK council elections set to boost Farage's reform party
Voters across the UK are set to vote for a new lawmaker, councillors and mayors in the coming days in the local elections. This local election is predicted to favour...
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Ukraine and US sign new minerals deal after two-month delay
The US has signed a deal with Kyiv to share profits from the future sale of Ukraine's mineral reserves - after months of tense negotiations and an infamous meeting...
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Unemployment data: Will the numbers go higher next week
The next set of unemployment figures are due to be released next week - and speculation indicates they'll go up even higher. Unemployment was sitting at 5.1 percent...
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The Huddle: Do we agree that some ministries need to be scrapped?
Tonight on The Huddle, CTU economist Craig Renney and journalist Clare de Lore joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! David...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: We have bigger concerns than prisoners not voting
Now, I've done a bit of an exercise today. I started reading the news this morning, and I was really quickly struck by how many opinion pieces and comments of outrage...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 01 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 1 May 2025, the Health Minister has called striking doctors back to negotiating table. Doctors...
