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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
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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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Smith and Caughey's chair defends 'tough' decision to close Auckland stores
Flagship Auckland department store Smith and Caughey's will close down next year, after 144 years. This closure comes off the back of a 40 percent drop in revenue...
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Trump hush money trial: What happens next?
Questions are being raised about the next steps after Donald Trump's hush money trial. After nearly five weeks, the prosecution and the defence have rested before...
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Hurricanes hooker Raymond Tuputupu handed suspension following risky tackle
Hurricanes hooker Raymond Tuputupu has been handed a three-week suspension for a high shot on Chiefs lock Tupou Vaa'i in the win over the Chiefs. His high shot connected...
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Nearly one million identify as Māori, according to Census data
Census data has revealed a surge in Kiwis identifying as Māori. Almost one million people says they're of Māori descent, up more than 12 percent on the 2018 Census. Te...
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Rishi Sunak denies he's planning to move to California after an election defeat
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has denied the rumour that he plans to move to California if he loses the election. Ex-Tory Minister Zac Goldsmith had hinted Sunak aimed...
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Will the proposed tax cuts add to inflationary pressures?
Ahead of Budget 2024, there's concern the proposed tax cuts will contribute to existing inflationary pressures. The Government has confirmed they plan to deliver...
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'Surprisingly hawkish' comments from the Reserve Bank - economist
The Reserve Bank surprised economists by revealing they considered hiking the Official Cash Rate - and haven't ruled out further hikes either. Last week, the Reserve...
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What can the 2024 Budget offer farmers?
Ahead of Budget 2024, the rural community is holding out hope for improvement. The Government has promised more tax cuts, but it's been hinted plenty of cuts will...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 28 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 28 May 2024, Warriors coach Cameron George voiced disapproval with Hamilton Boys High School's...
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The Huddle: How else can we get tech giants to pay for news?
Tonight on the Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The...
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90 percent of employees would look for a new job if they couldn't work from home, research shows
New research from recruitment experts shows 90 percent of white-collar employees would look for another job if they had to come back to the office more often. A...
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Broadcasting Minister hopeful as Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill rejected by select committee
The Broadcasting Minister is assuring a law change to help fund news media is still on the table. A select committee today recommended the Fair Digital News Bargaining...
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'Disappointing': DoC Great Walks website crash sees hikers miss out
There's been more problems for the Great Walks booking system. The Department of Conservation website crashed this morning - when 11,000 people tried to access it...
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Māori leader defends proposed strike action for this week's Budget day
Māori leaders are defending calls for workers to strike and to join anti-Government protests on this week's Budget day. Multiple hīkoi are planned around the country,...
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Debt-to-income ratios deemed necessary to protect buyers - RBNZ
The Reserve Bank has confirmed it will soon introduce debt-to-income ratios. From July, most owner-occupiers can't borrow more than six times their pre-tax income...
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Barry Soper: Te Pāti Māori are encouraging an illegal strike
Te Pāti Māori have urged all Māori to go on strike on Thursday and participate in protest action across the country. The Toitū Te Tiriti National Day of Action protesters...
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Expert panel to deliver strategies for preventing violence against women to Australian Government
A panel of experts is set to deliver their advice for preventing violence against women and children to the Australian Government. This comes as the Government has...
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All Blacks-Springboks tours to start up again from 2026
The traditional rugby tours between New Zealand and South Africa could be set for a comeback. Reports out of South Africa say the All Blacks are set to tour The...
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'Disappointing': Warriors CEO responds to Hamilton Boys High pressuring students to pick first XV or league
Warriors coach Cameron George has voiced disapproval with Hamilton Boys High School's approach to sport for their students. The school has told students their opportunities...
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Prime Minister Sunak committed to introducing mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is standing up to ridicule over his plan to introduce mandatory National Service for 18-year-olds. Sunak claimed he would encourage employers...
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Fran O'Sullivan: Expect this Budget to focus on recovery
It's a few days to go until Budget Day, and experts have outlined their predictions. The Government has promised tax cuts will come, but speculation lingers over...
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'We're really pleased': Co-operative Bank reports 10 percent full-year profit rise
One of New Zealand's smallest banks has posted significant earnings amid a boost in customers and lending. The Co-operative Bank today reported a 10 percent rise...
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Barry Soper: Don't expect a wellbeing Budget this year
Prime Minister Luxon and Finance Minister Willis have fronted up to confirm the 2024 Budget will be more 'responsible' and 'careful' this time round. Nicola Willis...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 27 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 27 May 2024, senior doctors are warning that NZ's cancer service is at the brink of collapse. It's...
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The Huddle: What do we expect from this week's Budget?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Chris Wikaira, director of BRG, joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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'It's time to be very careful': Finance Minister outlines priorities ahead of Budget 2024
The Finance Minister says the current Government plans to exercise caution around spending ahead of Budget 2024. Thursday's Budget will still come with the promised...
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Auckland stadium debate: Quay Park and Eden Park 2.0 to be examined for feasibility
Auckland Council has moved one step closer to determining the future of the city's stadiums. Quay Park and Eden Park 2.0 are in the running, as both will be recommended...
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Advertising Standards Authority celebrates 50 years of complaints
The Advertising Standards Authority released its latest annual report today - celebrating 50 years of complaints from the public. The medium has grown and changed...
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'Abuse of power': Labour MP calls for action against Wilson Parking over their use of data
One Labour MP says Wilson Parking is abusing its rights - and wants the company's access to the personal information of customers revoked. Duncan Webb has written...
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Cancer service risks collapse amid ongoing hiring freeze
The Regional Cancer Treatment Service, caring for patients across the middle of the North Island, hasn't been allowed to recruit needed doctors. An internal report...