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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Kissing a woman's hand can be sexual assault, Spain's Supreme Court rules
Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that a man kissing the hand of a woman without her consent can constitute sexual assault. This follows an incident from 2023, where...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Why is ASB facing a $6 million dollar fine?
ASB is facing a fine of around $6 million for breaching anti-money laundering rules. Banks are required to do their due diligence with their money, in order to...
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KMD Brands announces equity raise drive following multimillion-dollar loss
After multiple delays, Kathmandu’s parent KMD Brands filed its half-year results, revealing details of a discounted capital raise and news that chairman David Kirk...
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The rise and fall of Allbirds: Expert reveals what went wrong
Allbirds, the eco-chic footwear brand co-founded by former All White Tim Brown, has agreed to sell its 'intellectual property and certain other assets' to American...
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The Huddle: Does the BSA need to be updated?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 01 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 1 April, 2026, you can now have a beer at your local on Good Friday - without having to buy...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's a tone-deaf move from Fire and Emergency NZ
I’d like to know how you feel about the firefighters and their strike because I’ve gone from soft support a few weeks ago to very hard support today. What’s tipped...
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'Out of date': Minister Paul Goldsmith weighs in on BSA's future
Broadcasting Minister Paul Goldsmith has revealed he's mulling over changes to the Broadcasting Standards Authority. Set up in 1989, the Authority has regulatory...
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Research reveals parents may have a favourite child after all
No matter how many times a parent may claim they don't have a favourite child, research has indicated preferential treatment does take place. A meta‑analysis published...
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Australian PM Anthony Albanese set to address nation amid fuel crisis
Australia's Prime Minister will address the nation tonight outlining how Australians can help with the fuel crisis. It's understood Anthony Albanese will urge people...
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Labour's Kieran McAnulty explains why he's looking to overturn Easter alcohol ban
Labour MP Kieran McAnulty says his member's bill to loosen liquor regulations on key public holidays will clear up confusion. It would allow hospitality venues to...
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Barry Soper: Has the Government got a plan for declining fuel stocks?
Today, the fuel supply update shows the amount of jet fuel in the country sat at 22.1 days of supply as of Sunday, down from 25.3 recorded last Wednesday. Diesel's...
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US judge halts Trump White House ballroom project
A US judge has halted construction of Donald Trump's nearly $700 million White House ballroom. The President had the East Wing bowled last year to make way for the...
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Ardie Savea v NZ Rugby: Is the reported estrangement amended?
All Black Ardie Savea appears to have reconciled with New Zealand Rugby after a potential estrangement last year. The Herald reports he came close to international...
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'Couldn't believe it': Outrage as Fire and Emergency NZ board members get pay rises
It's been confirmed Fire and Emergency’s board members are getting pay rises of up to 79 percent amid prolonged industrial action. A departmental briefing recommended...
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Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie left out of royal family's traditional Easter service
The BBC has reported that Beatrice and Eugenie, the daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson, won't be at the royal family's traditional Easter...
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Middle East conflict: Crisis likely to drive up inflation on both sides of the Tasman
The Middle East conflict continues on for another week, and it's led to economic forecasters revising their predictions for recovery. Significant cuts to growth,...
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Explained: Why are power prices going up from tomorrow?
Power bills are set to go up from tomorrow, from as high as 5 to 10 percent. Electricity lines charges are set to go up, following an earlier Commerce Commission...
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Farmers, MPs and experts gather for 2026 Federated Farmers High Country Field Day
The Federated Farmers High Country Field Day recently took place at Glenaray station in the Waikaia Valley. Over 280 visitors visited various sites across the farm...
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The Huddle: What does the David Tamihere case say about NZ's justice system?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and former Auckland mayor Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 31 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 31 March, 2026, New Zealand Herald senior reporter David Fisher says he's amazed it took so...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: There's more at stake here than Tamihere’s guilt or innocence
So David Tamihere has finally got what he’s been fighting for for decades. The Supreme Court has quashed his convictions for murdering the two Swedish backpackers...
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'Structural issues': Private investigator says Tamihere case sign of bigger issues
The Supreme Court today confirmed it would quash David Tamihere's double murder convictions after his trial was ruled 'unfair'. He was found guilty in 1990 of killing...
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Australian vaping study: Former WHO expert raises questions over cancer claims
There's concerns an on-the-fence smoker may not switch to vaping, after an Australian study suggested it causes cancer. The new research from New South Wales University...
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'Toss of the coin': Will David Tamihere have to face a retrial?
The Supreme Court says it is up to the Crown if it wants a retrial of David Tamihere, whose murder convictions were quashed today. Tamihere was found guilty in 1990...
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Minister Chris Bishop defends Govt move to scale down Auckland housing plan
The Housing Minister says Cabinet's agreement to reduce Auckland's minimum housing capacity for a second time puts the issue to bed. The Government announced...
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Barry Soper: What sort of compensation could David Tamihere get?
The Supreme Court's quashed David Tamihere's double murder convictions, 37 years after two Swedish tourists disappeared. Open Justice reports Tamihere was found...
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Australian Government halves fuel excise for three months
As the conflict in the Middle East continues, the Australian Government has moved to decrease their fuel excise tax. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced...
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'Historic': All Whites beat out Chile at Eden Park
The All Whites have delivered an appetiser of their capability as they prepare for football's World Cup in North America during June and July. A tepid 2-nil loss...
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'Distorted': Iranian ambassador to NZ addresses Trump's claims about the regime
Iran's ambassador to New Zealand has suggested regime change is not at all close in his country. The US President's threatening to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure...
