Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
4pm-7pm Weekdays
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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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 11 March 2026
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 11 March. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The pressure's on for the primary teachers' union
I think we can quite accurately use the word 'brilliant' to describe the latest move from the Government’s man in the primary teachers’ pay negotiations. Brian Roche,...
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'Pretty pleased': Briscoe Group posts steady results in tough financial year
The balance sheet is looking strong for Briscoe Group, which managed to score a few goals late in the game. The retailer's posted record annual sales of close to...
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'Very disappointed': Federated Farmers disapproves Govt backtrack on live export sector
Federated Farmers thinks it's unlikely the live export ban will be reinstated, now the Government's backtracked. A campaign promise for National and ACT vowed to...
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Covid wave prompts calls to reform sick leave
Public health experts have noticed this latest Covid wave is worsening as fewer Kiwis are getting vaccination boosters and tests, and it's renewed debate about sick...
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Expert warns more closures to come after Heinz Wattie's shutters facilities
There's predictions Heinz Wattie's won't be the last to shutter operations this year. It's proposing closing three manufacturing facilities in Auckland, Christchurch...
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Public Service Commissioner defends move to offer non-union teachers pay rises
The Public Service Commissioner says giving about 10,000 non-union primary teachers the option to accept pay offers has been a long time coming. Sir Brian Roche...
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Barry Soper: Does Winston Peters have a point about the Covid inquiry?
Winston Peters believes the Covid inquiry has been 'deficient' and 'biased'. The second phase of the inquiry has found some mandates went on too long and the Government...
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US travellers face long wait times at airports
Thousands of travellers have been waiting in hours-long queues at US airports this week, due to increased spring travel and limited security personnel. Security...
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Black Caps v South Africa: Rostered squad revealed for South Africa series
Potential T20 international cricket debuts loom for Katene Clarke, Nick Kelly and Jayden Lennox as New Zealand prepare to host South Africa in five matches, starting...
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David Seymour denies proposed housing densification changes 'backfired'
ACT's leader is denying changes to Auckland's housing intensification rules might have 'backfired'. The Government has ordered Auckland Council to reduce total...
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France to send naval deployment to the Middle East
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an 'unprecedented' naval deployment in the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. France will deploy eight frigates,...
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Golden Shears Championships 2026: NZ wins 5 of 6 titles in Masterton
It was a big weekend for New Zealand's rural community, with the country's shearers dominating the 2026 Golden Shears event. New Zealand claimed an unprecedented...
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Growing calls to regulate property flippers - report
There's been a significant increase in property flippers and it's prompted concerns from experts. One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies has complained...
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The Huddle: What can we learn from the Covid inquiry?
Tonight on The Huddle, Sarah Trotman from Business Mentors and former Health NZ Chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: This Covid inquiry still matters for accountability
The big Covid inquiry - the Royal Commission of Inquiry - is out and to be honest, I don’t think it’s a game-changer. It doesn’t tell you anything you didn’t already...
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Explained: Why have oil prices reversed course?
Stock markets have rebounded and oil prices have dropped below yesterday's forecast, following recent comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump indicated the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 10 March, 2026, Aucklanders were in lockdown for longer than even Ashley Bloomfield recommended...
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'Comprehensive and balanced': Hipkins defends Covid inquiry report details
The former Covid Response Minister, Chris Hipkins, is being questioned over the latest findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry. The report was released today...
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South Island pub forced to remove outdoor seating - or face $20k fine
A legendary West Coast pub has removed its popular outdoor seating under threat of a $20,000 fine. It was decided the Formerly the Blackball Hilton's tables and...
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'Not looking good': Expert predicts bigger Air NZ profit drop following Middle East conflict
An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand needs to look at ways to cut costs as the war in the Middle East impacts fuel prices. The airline's adjusted fares...
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'Should have been transparent': Health Minister on the findings from the Covid-19 inquiry
The Health Minister has raised some concerns after the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19’s final report was released. The report found that New Zealand's...
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Barry Soper: It's important the impacts of the Covid lockdowns aren't forgotten
The Government's turning a spotlight on Chris Hipkins over newly released Covid inquiry findings. The Royal Commission's second phase report's found overall that...
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Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploying military aircraft
Australia will deploy a military surveillance aircraft to the Middle East and send missiles to the United Arab Emirates, but the Government's ruled out sending...
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Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates to return for White Ferns' South Africa series
Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates will return to the White Ferns for five games against South Africa, as the defence of the T20 World Cup looms in June. Neither featured...
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Medical trials under way for new male birth control
Progress is being made on a world-leading male contraceptive. The next stage of tests run by New Zealand Clinical Research will give participants multiple doses...
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Starmer and Trump speak for first time since President's Iran criticisms
Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have spoken for the first time since the US president condemned the UK's response to the Iran conflict. Reports claim the two leaders...
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Explained: What could the Iran conflict do to fuel prices?
There's growing concerns about the economic impacts of the war in Iran. Crude oil prices have topped $100 US dollars a barrel for the first time since 2022 - and...
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Explained: How can we regulate asteroid mining?
There's growing debate about the future of asteroid mining, as technology keeps making new advancements. These new developments have prompted concerns about how...
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The Huddle: Will National roll Luxon eventually?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
