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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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AT chief executive defends changes to parking in Auckland CBD
Auckland Transport's Chief Executive says changes to parking in the CBD are to give ratepayers relief. From July, motorists will have to pay 24/7 for parking, much...
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What will Sam Cane's All Blacks legacy be?
Incumbent All Blacks captain Sam Cane is keen to have a last hurrah with the All Blacks this season. The 95-test veteran is pulling the pin on his international...
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Legal expert offers reassurance as advocates question High Court appointment of sex offender
Victim advocates are questioning the process that allowed a convicted sex offender to gain a position on the High Court. In 2018, Adrian Dermer was jailed after...
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Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis reports on Xi Jinping's Europe trip
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on his first trip to Europe in five years, which is likely to be dominated by Russia’s war in Ukraine as well as economic strains...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 10 May 2024, Labour’s energy spokesperson Megan Woods responds to government criticism of the...
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UK Correspondent Gavin Grey: The UK is out of its recession.
Economic growth in the UK has reached 0.1%, despite construction and retail being hit by a slow start to the year. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis...
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The Warehouse closes TheMarket.com after sales worsen
The Warehouse Group will close the online shopping website TheMarket.com in late June after about five years of business – after it failed to find a buyer. Earlier...
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Sports Huddle with Matt Brown & Paul Allison: the scrapping of the scrum after the free kick
Sports Huddle with Matt Brown & Paul Allison: the scrapping of the scrum after the free kick. Three laws are to be amended which World Rugby said will allow for...
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Judith Collins: “It is a significant amount, and defence force will come up with a plan for it."
The Defence Minister says New Zealand never wants to go to war - but the geopolitical situation is unstable. The Government has revealed 571-million-dollars from...
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Heather du Plessis Allan: AUT is considering the controversial post made on the by the dean of law, Khylee Quince
AUT says it's considering a controversial social media post made on the private account of the school's dean of law, Khylee Quince The post said: "I suppose it was...
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Heather du Plessis Allan: We need to rethink whether this is the kind of country, and electricity system we want to be running
I'll tell you what, this morning I woke up at seven basically on the dot and when I looked at the time, I thought jeez, it's seven and I pulled my charger out of...
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TVNZ enters mediation after cancelling Sunday and Fair Go, Union negotiator says they'll work as quickly as possible
TVNZ is being forced to go into mediation after cancelling high profile shows including Sunday and Fair Go. The Employment relations authority this afternoon found...
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Barry Soper on NZDF funding boost: “It’s about interoperability with our defence partners."
The Government has unveiled a 571-million-dollar funding boost over four years - including 163-million for bolstering pay. The rest will go towards upgrading tech...
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Dan Mitchinson : US correspondent on Trump and Stormy Daniels' legal feud
US correspondent Dan Mitchinson reports on Stormy Daniels and Trump, Biden and Netanyahu; and hospitals not doing surgeries unless payment is received in full Mitchinson...
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Sports Contributor Jason Pine: Blues are favourites for match-up with Hurricanes tomorrow night
The Hurricanes will play The Blues tomorrow night at Eden Park. The Hurricanes lead the competition on 42 points, followed by the Blues (41). The Hurricanes beat...
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Hollywood reporter Sandro Monetti: For the first time we are getting 'original' Lord of the Rings stories
A new Lord of the Rings film, ‘The Hunt for Gollum’ is in development. The movies will be filmed exclusively in New Zealand, and the first is expected to be released...
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Megan Woods on oil and gas exploration ban: “It was the correct and right thing to do.”
We dodged a bullet this morning, but are we paying the price for Labour's mismanagement? Grid operator Transpower asked households to conserve power this morning. The...
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Prince Harry met with unexpected family support at Invictus Games event
Prince Harry received support from two of Princess Diana's siblings during his Invictus Games engagement. The Duke of Sussex attended the Invictus Games Foundation’s...
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Quarterly results season: How did the US and Europe hold up?
The US and Europe have posted several quarterly results - and this season has been labelled 'spicy' and volatile by experts. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds unpacks...
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AgriZeroNZ invests millions into US start-up producing 'methane vaccine'
AgriZeroNZ, the joint venture fast-tracking emissions reduction tools for Kiwi farmers, has put up millions of dollars in the race for a 'methane vaccine'. The company...
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The end of cash? More banks phasing out ATMs
It's looking increasingly likely that cash is getting phased out. More and more banks have removed their ATMs, and Australia's Macquarie Bank made headlines over...
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NZ braces for power shortage ahead of expert's warning
The nation is grappling with worsening power and gas shortages - in line with one expert's warning. In September 2023, Enerlytica director John Kidd warned of power...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 9 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 9 May 2024, Transpower's warning Kiwis to reduce their electricity usage to avoid power cuts...
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The Huddle: Should we have seen the power shortfall coming?
Tonight on The Huddle, Josie Pagani from Child Fund and ZB host Tim Beveridge joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Transpower...
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'Worthwhile': Employment expert approves of work seminars for beneficiaries
An employment expert says compulsory work seminars for beneficiaries will make them more employable. Social Development and Employment Minister Louise Upston announced...
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Marketing expert slams 'shocking' Woolworths competition stuff-up
Thousands of people have been caught up in Woolworths whoopsie. The supermarket wrote to winners of a promotion, awarding them 4000 reward points - which equals...
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Finance Minister Willis promises 'meaningful but modest' tax cuts ahead of Budget 2024
The Finance Minister has promised Kiwis will benefit from meaningful tax cuts in this year's Budget. Nicola Willis gave a preview speech to the Hutt Valley Business...
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'We're all being vigilant': Transpower issues warning ahead of tomorrow's cold snap
Transpower is reminding people to avoid unnecessary power use. The grid operator is asking consumers to reduce electricity use between 7am and 9am tomorrow. An unseasonal...
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Sydney man arrested after stabbing woman in gym car park
Over in Sydney, a man's been arrested after a woman was stabbed in a gym car park. It's believed the man and the woman were in a brief relationship before the attack,...
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Barry Soper: Which Kiwis aren't getting a tax cut?
Finance Minister Nicola Willis is still committed to giving Kiwis their promised tax cuts. Willis unveiled a preview of this year's Budget and promised 83 percent...