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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'Nasty surprise': House Republicans vote against Trump's war in Iran
The US House of Representatives has passed a measure to halt US President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran with a 215-208 vote. The vote...
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Salvation Army food security manager concerned about funding dry-up
Budget 2026 allocated an annual $8 million in baseline funding to pay for food distribution which includes collecting surplus and donated food, and delivering it...
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Otago Senior Research Fellow says solar subsidy should replace winter energy payment
Otago Senior Research Fellow Kimberley O'Sullivan reckons the money for the winter energy payment should be instead put towards a solar subsidy. "What I do think...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 04 June 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Andrew Dickens for Thursday, 4 June, 2026, Speaker of the House Gerry Brownlee is bemused by a ban on...
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Perspective with Andrew Dickens: We can't retaliate against China, but we must object
Four New Zealand MPs have been quietly banned from China for a year after travelling to Taiwan on a junket. The group—ACT’s Laura McClure, New Zealand First’s David...
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'Busier and busier days': NZSki CEO chats The Remarkables 262 hectare upgrade
NZSki has lodged an application with the Environmental Protection Agency to upgrade Queenstown ski field The Remarkables and expand into neighbouring Doolans Basin...
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Gerry Brownlee says China banning NZ MP's is 'disappointing'
Four New Zealand politicians have been barred from entering China for a year after they visited Taiwan last September, but China's embassy says the ban could be...
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'Extra assurances': Spark fraud lead on new unknown number verification system
Spark NZ has launched a system that will allow calls from the company to be verified with the goal of protecting their customers from scam calls. Spark's fraud lead...
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Outrage, violence after UK police handcuff dying student
The UK Prime Minister says there are serious questions that need to be addressed about how racial accusations inform police decision-making. Newly-released bodycam...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Higher mortgage rates reportedly helped keep OCR on hold
Higher mortgage rates have given the Reserve Bank a 'bit of breathing space', its chief economist says. Paul Conway, one of the Reserve Bank committee members who...
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SpaceX IPO launch: What can investors expect?
The SpaceX IPO launch is set for later this month, and experts are speculating about what it could mean for the market. It reportedly plans to fix its IPO price...
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The Huddle: Is the Te Huia train trip between Auckland and Hamilton worth it?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 03 June 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Andrew Dickens for Wednesday, 3 June, 2026, Wellington mayor Andrew Little says he agrees with amalgamation...
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Perspective with Andrew Dickens: What can we learn from the rise of One Nation?
Right now, Australia is agog that One Nation is the highest-polling party and talk has turned to Pauline Hanson as Prime Minister. Former Queensland Premier Peter...
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'I can see a way forward': Expert responds to Govt plan to boost pay for trade educators
The Education Minister wants higher pay rates for tradies who work as unqualified teachers - but she has to persuade the unions first. The PPTA says schools are...
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'Reality check': Can the All Whites bounce back after defeat by Haiti?
The All Whites' Football World Cup journey is off to a rough start - with less than two weeks left to go until their opening match. New Zealand have leaked defensively...
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HBO Max reveals NZ prices ahead of June 16 launch
HBO Max is due to launch in New Zealand later this month, with the streamer revealing what Kiwis can expect to pay for the service. The service will have a launch...
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'Compounding': Hospitality NZ head on the factors causing businesses to close up shop
The hospitality squeeze continues, with a flurry of closures. Credit reporting agency Centrix says liquidations are up 49 percent year-on-year. Cafes, restaurants...
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'You've got to work up a plan': Wellington mayor raises concerns with council amalgamation deadline
Wellington's mayor has voiced concerns with the Government cracking down on local councils. The mayor's outlined his response to the Government debate on council...
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Barry Soper: What could the new Roy Morgan poll mean for the election?
Roy Morgan’s newest poll shows the National-led Government is still leading among prospective voters. Support for National increased 5 percent to 30.5 percent, support...
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Middle East conflict: US oil reserves nearing 40-year low
Over in the US, oil reserves fell by 9.1 million barrels last week as the conflict in the Middle East continues. As of May 22, the US Strategic Petroleum Reserve...
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All Whites suffer 4-nil defeat to Haiti in Florida
A wake-up call for the All Whites just 13 days out from their Football World Cup opener against Iran in Los Angeles. New Zealand have suffered a thumping 4-nil defeat...
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Explained: How much financial backing could save Pegasus Golf Course?
Previous bidders could help save Pegasus Golf Course. Hundreds packed a community meeting last night to discuss Wolfbrook Properties' plans to convert the 80-hectare...
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Mandelson files: What does the recent release mean for Starmer's future?
Over 1500 pages of files related to the appointment of Peter Mandelson as UK ambassador to the United States were released today. Starmer fired Mandelson after nine...
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AI giant Anthropic announces plans to go public
Anthropic confirmed it filed confidential plans for an initial public offering, setting it up for what's expected to be one of the most anticipated market debuts...
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Racing industry experts among recipients of 2026 King’s Birthday Honours
The New Zealand racing industry has plenty of reasons to celebrate the recent King’s Birthday Honours, with three of its own recognised. David Ellis, Doug Alderslade...
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'Positive': Finance Minister welcomes proposed merger between TSB and Heartland
TSB and Heartland Bank are looking to join forces by the end of the year. TSB owner Toi Foundation's seeking feedback on the plan to join with Heartland Bank, to...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 02 June 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Andrew Dickens for Tuesday, 2 June, 2026, we talk to Local Government Minister Simon Watts about a ban...
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The Huddle: Should we try to save Moana Pasifika?
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Liam Hehir and Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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Perspective with Andrew Dickens: Here's one thing we shouldn't forget about Winston Peters
Secretly, I think Nicola Willis and Winston Peters are enjoying their performative scrap against each other. Their war of words highlights the differences between...
