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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Peter Lewis: Trump unlikely to remove tariffs on China as talks commence this weekend
Trade officials from the worlds biggest economies are coming together for discussions this weekend. US-President Donald Trump says tariffs on goods from China may...
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Cardinal John Drew: Kiwi cardinal 'privileged' to be part of conclave
It didn't take long for cardinals to decide on Leo XIV as the new pope. One of the cardinals in attendance was New Zealand's very own John Drew. He joins the show...
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Tony Morris: More than $150m undeclared tax in the property sector
The IRD has uncovered more than $150 million is undeclared tax and GST from the property sector. Developers and rental property owners haven’t been paying the correct...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: NZR's financial problems are its own fault
If you are at all interested in understanding what's going wrong at rugby headquarters in Wellington, can I recommend that you read Gregor Paul's piece in the Herald...
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Bishop Steve Lowe: Pope will 'come into conflict' with political leaders
The Catholic Catholic Church’s new pope is already making headlines for his criticism of his President Donald Trump. Auckland Bishop Steve Lowe says as pope, Leo...
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Erica Stanford: No new compo scheme for abuse in care victims
The Government has announced how they will pay compo to victims of abuse while in state care. There will be no new compo scheme, instead the Government will top...
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Tama Potaka: Waitangi Tribunal needs to be 'modernised'
Any changes to the Waitangi Tribunal will be introduced before the end of the year. The Government’s announced a review will kick of mid-year, with any advice to...
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Dan Mitchinson: First American pope a 'good move' for the Catholic Church
History has been made with the Catholic Church electing the first pope from the United States, Robert Francis Prevost. He has a history of missionary work in Peru...
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Review coming for 'increasingly activist' Waitangi Tribunal
The Government’s announced a review into the Waitangi Tribunal will begin shortly. The review was announced on Friday by Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka,...
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Robert Irvine: Council 'proactively' patrolling as Auckland dog attacks rise
The issue of dog attacks is back front and centre after a young girl was attacked on a West Auckland sports field. Auckland Council says the rise of off-leash dogs...
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Jason Pine: A-league final to stay at Mt Smart Stadium
After speculation football's A-league final would be held at Eden Park, it's been confirmed it will go ahead at Mt Smart's Go Media Stadium if Auckland FC make it....
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UK and US poised to announce trade deal
New reports indicate a 'major' trade deal between the US and UK is set to be announced. US President Trump has teased that a partnership with a 'respected world...
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Beef + Lamb NZ urges Government to close carbon farming loopholes
Beef + Lamb New Zealand is urging the Government to close farming loopholes before 'more damage is done' to the sector. The organisation want loopholes in the guidance...
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Budget 2025: What can we expect ahead of the big day?
We're two weeks away from Budget 2025, and the Government has been dropping hints about what we can expect. Prime Minister Luxon recently confirmed the Government...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: We knew the Lundy pictures would be out sooner or later
Mark Lundy has divided our workplace out there. Some of my colleagues think that it's really gross that the Herald, who we work with, have taken photos of Mark Lundy...
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The Huddle: Did the Government underestimate the pay equity backlash?
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The...
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WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy as weight-loss drugs gain popularity
It's the end of an era - as WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy after 62 years in business. The company's New Zealand arm closed in-person workshops last year, and...
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Rotorua mayor feeling hopeful about city's tourism prospects
Rotorua is hoping to boost its reputation as a top tourism destination - despite some media blowback. TRENZ, New Zealand’s largest international tourism event, just...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 08 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 8 May 2025, the Government has been advised to crack down on cash to reduce organised crime....
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'We're investing in all levels of the game': NZR head on the body's latest deficit
New Zealand Rugby has posted a loss of $19.5 million for 2024, despite also bringing in record income. The result was announced during today's AGM in Wellington...
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'Unusable' donations driving up rubbish fees for op-shops - report
Op-shop rubbish fees are piling up as people dump masses of 'unusable' items outside. The SPCA says it's spent $250,000 this year. Retail general manager Cathy...
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Budget 2025: BusinessDesk expert unpacks benefits of encouraging NZ investment
Encouraging investment is a top priority in this month's upcoming Budget, according to new reports. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says it'll come from a small number...
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Ministerial Advisory Group calls for cash crackdown in bid to fight organised crime
The Customs Minister says using cash can help hide exploitation. A Ministerial Advisory Group has released its second report - criticising our response to modern...
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Jason Walls: Luxon's pre-Budget speech wasn't designed to get attention
With two weeks left to go until Budget day, Chris Luxon addressed a crowd at a BusinessNZ event in Auckland today. Luxon reiterated that the Government won't be...
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Liberal leadership race: Potential replacements for Dutton unveiled
The Liberal leadership race is on, following Peter Dutton's sweeping loss in the Australian election. Angus Taylor and Sussan Ley lead the pack as potential contenders...
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Black Ferns v Wallaroos: Team selections unveiled ahead of clash
Ruahei Demant has been named at 10 in the Black Ferns side for their opening match of the Pac4 against the Wallaroos in Newcastle on Saturday. Coach Allan Bunting...
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Labour's Ayesha Verrall unveils new bill designed to crack down on tobacco lobbying
Labour's Ayesha Verrall says tobacco's unique harm is why industry links to Government need tighter checks. She's put forward a Members' Bill designed to ban any...
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UK and India agree to trade deal after three years of discussion
A boost in trade for the UK and India after finalising a long-desired free trade deal. It focuses on tariff reductions for British and Indian goods across almost...
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Briscoes Homeware first-quarter sales sink 2.58 percent
Briscoe Group sales fell 2.58 percent on the year to $178.3 million in the first quarter, weighed down by weaker homeware sales. Briscoes Homeware store revenue...
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The Huddle: Should we take Trump's more outrageous statements seriously?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following...
