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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Queen Elizabeth memorial statue unveiled
The new design for the national memorial for Queen Elizabeth II has been unveiled - set to be built in St James's Park in central London. Lord Norman Foster's design...
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The Huddle: Should the Government bring in rate caps for councils?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the discussion about the following issues...
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Explained: What do recent GDP figures mean for NZ's economy?
According to one expert, last week's GDP figures are a sign New Zealand's economy is on the up. Stats NZ says our gross domestic product grew a strong 0.8 percent...
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The Country's Jamie Mackay catches up with Rabobank's Michael Every
Rabobank Global Strategist Michael Every says Trump isn’t as “nutty” as people may think he is, as there can be upsides to trade wars and geopolitical crises. The...
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Oil prices take a turn after Israeli and US airstrikes
Oil prices have been going through a volatile period over the last couple of weeks, following the recent conflict in the Middle East. Prices spiked at the end of...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Rate caps will only delay the bigger problems
I can see that this idea of forcing rate caps on councils is taking off. So can I just express my concerns about this early on? I personally love the idea of stopping...
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Kiwi cow tech firm Halter raises $165m to help famers boost productivity
Halter, a New Zealand tech company specialising in virtual fencing and animal management technology, has raised $165 million in a Series D fundraising round, valuing...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 24 June 2025, geopolitical expert Geoffrey Miller on the ceasefire deal between Iran and Israel....
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'Worth a discussion': Growing calls to rename Rolleston Avenue
A group of Christchurch high school students want Rolleston Avenue renamed - after learning about its history. It’s named for William Rolleston, who led the 1881...
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Wellington City Councillor calls out $2.3m spend on public toilet block
A Wellington Councillor's calling out her peers over a new $2.3-million-dollar CBD public toilet. It replaces an old block that had become a crime hot-spot. The...
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ADHD NZ expert hopeful medication shortage will be resolved following diagnosis changes
There's hope and relief from the ADHD community over prescription rule changes to improve treatment access. From February, GPs and nurse practitioners will be able...
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Explained: Have Israel and Iran reached a ceasefire?
The sun's rising in the Middle East - on an uncertain kind of ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Iran State Television has claimed a ceasefire now applies - although...
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Jason Walls: Unpacking the clash between Winston Peters and the Greens
Winston Peters is accusing the Greens of being one sided on the Middle East conflict. The Foreign Minister's official statement says it's not a 'black and white...
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Erin Patterson trial: Justice Christopher Beale delivers instructions to jury
The jury is set to begin its deliberations in Erin Patterson's trial over the deaths of three relatives and the attempted murder of a fourth. Patterson pleaded not...
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Dallin Watene-Zelezniak moved to NRL sidelines after weekend injury
Warriors coach Andrew Webster is resigned to spending more time without wing Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. He's out for four to six weeks with a high ankle sprain suffered...
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Ngāti Hine leader confirms Treaty settlement talks have been progressing
A single Treaty settlement is being drafted by New Zealand First for the country's largest iwi. Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith has signalled he's open...
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UK set to boost defence spending by 5 percent of GDP by 2035
The UK and its NATO allies have agreed to increase spending on defence and related areas to 5 percent of GDP by 2035. Ambassadors of all 32 alliance member states...
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Explained: How have markets reacted to the US strikes on Iran?
Market reactions after the US strikes on Iran have been more 'muted' than expected, especially compared to the response from a week ago. Reports indicate investors...
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The Huddle: Should the US have intervened in Iran?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Don't feel sorry for Iran here
Well, US certainly ramped things up over the weekend, didn't it? And if you feel like this is an incredibly serious situation right now, you're not wrong, because...
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'We support all efforts at diplomacy': Finance Minister weighs in on Middle East turmoil
The Finance Minister's keeping a close eye on the economic impact of volatility in the Middle East. Economists worry it will impact oil, driving up prices at the...
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Explained: Will Iran close the Strait of Hormuz?
Following the recent US strikes on Iran, experts have voiced concerns over whether Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz. The strait is considered a significant oil...
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'A lot to lose': Security expert on what latest poll means for NZ-Cook Islands relations
There's belief the New Zealand-Cook Islands 'special relationship' will hold, despite an unfavourable poll. The Government paused aid after the Cooks signed a partnership...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 23 June 2025, David Kilcullen, former advisor to US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, speaks...
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'A wee bit shocked': Brodie McAlister on making the All Blacks squad set to play France
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has unveiled the 35-man squad set to play France - and there's some new names in the batch. Chiefs hooker Brodie McAlister is among...
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Government celebrates successful launch of 'golden visa' scheme
The Immigration Minister says the first proper data will be collected on the value overseas investors bring to New Zealand. The Government's confirmed almost 200...
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Donald Trump floats bringing in 'regime change' for Iran following US strikes
A past-advisor to a former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says a clear and timely assessment of damage to Iran's nuclear programme, is unlikely. David Kilcullen...
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New poll reveals majority don't support NZ giving Cook Islands services
Less than a third of respondents to a poll believe the Cook Islands should still get New Zealand services. Last week, the Government paused aid after the Cooks signed...
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PM Albanese calls for 'dialogue and diplomacy' following US strikes on Iran
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia supports the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities - but has voiced concerns about potential escalation. Albanese...
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All Blacks squad selections: Du'Plessis Kirifi on debut
Du'Plessis Kirifi's decision to turn done an offer from Japan has been vindicated. The Hurricanes flanker is one of five new caps in the All Blacks squad to face...
