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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UK Government set to tighten family member rules for asylum cases
The UK Government is set to introduce tighter rules for migrants granted asylum bringing their families to the UK. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper is set to unveil...
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Explained: Is the US Federal Reserve looking to cut rates?
New economic data impacting the US came out last week and it's got experts speculating over whether rate cuts will come. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explained...
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The Huddle: Has the Government stuck the right balance for foreign buyers?
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...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The people who run Cornwall Park need to get a grip
We've got to talk about Cornwall Park. So over the weekend, it was quite windy in Auckland. If you're in Auckland, you know what I mean - that was some crazy-ass...
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Former Mercury CEO unveils potential solution to fix energy crisis
There's plenty of solutions being suggested to clear up the current energy crisis - and the former head of Mercury Energy has just unveiled a potential idea. Fraser...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 01 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 1 September 2025, the $5 million dollar rule. Immigration Minister Erica Stanford tells Heather...
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John Key, Helen Clark set to attend China's Victory day military parade
Former New Zealand Prime Ministers John Key and Helen Clark will attend a large Chinese military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the Chinese victory against...
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Educators call for compulsory second language lessons following new report
New research has found fewer students are studying languages now than in the 1930s - and educators are calling for a solution. The report, Language Learning for...
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Global Peace Index: NZ rises two spots in latest ranking
New Zealand has risen two spots to third place in this year's Global Peace Index. Countries are ranked based on measures including societal safety and security,...
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Minister Erica Stanford hopes foreign investment scheme changes will help boost economy
The Immigration Minister hopes allowing people on the Golden Visa to buy a home here will boost the economy in the long-run. The coalition's come to an agreement...
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'There are better solutions': Octopus Energy head outlines hopes for planned reform
There's hopes from one electricity retailer that the Government may underwrite generation projects. The Government is expected to make decisions this month on reforming...
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Barry Soper: Will the foreign buyers' ban exemption make a difference?
The coalition's confident allowing certain wealthy foreign buyers to buy a home won't drive up house prices. It's agreed to pass changes, allowing people on an Active...
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Porepunkah shooting: Manhunt for Dezi Freeman enters seventh day
The wife of a gunman who allegedly killed two police officers in rural Victoria last week has urged her husband to surrender. Dezi Freeman is accused of opening...
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All Blacks v Springboks: Kiwis gearing up for Eden Park clash
The All Blacks are prepared to wait as long as they can to clear Cortez Ratima to play Saturday's test against South Africa. The Chiefs halfback is battling a rib...
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'Really good': Air Chathams CEO hopeful as Government announces funding boost
There's relief for regional airlines, as they receive help to battle soaring costs. The Government's offering up to $30 million in loans from the Regional Infrastructure...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 August 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 29 August 2025, Reserve Bank chair Neil Quigley has quit with immediate effect. Finance Minister...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Tom Phillips is embarrassing our police
Now, I've got a huge amount of respect for the police, and I very much, almost weakly appreciate what it is that they do for us, but I think we have to call it. Tom...
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Asylum seekers in UK to face major changes following court of appeal ruling
The British court of appeal is set to make a decision on the 'asylum hotels' around the country. Asylum seekers have been staying in hotels at the taxpayers expense,...
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AIMS Games: Tauranga hosts 25,000 visitors for sports tournament
More than 25,000 visitors from around Australasia are headed to Tauranga for the AIMS games this weekend. Around 14,000 kids from across the continent will be competing...
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Nicola Willis discusses Reserve Bank Chair Neil Quigley's resignation
Reserve Bank board chairman Neil Quigley has resigned “with immediate effect” in the wake of the shambolic handling of Adrian Orr’s resignation as Governor. Finance...
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The Huddle: Does rugby need another rule change to fight CTE?
Tonight on the Huddle, Rugby editor Elliott Smith and Canterbury sports reader Nick Bey join Heather duPlessis-Allan to discuss the latest sports news. Does rugby...
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Government advised to re-write gang patch law
A legal expert has recommended that the Government re-write its poorly written gang patch law. It follows a judge's recent decision allowing a Mongrel Mob member...
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Police advised to 'balance' manhunt for missing Marokopa father and children
Police have a balance to manage as they continue the hunt for Marokopa fugitive father Tom Phillips and his three children. Police have released CCTV footage of...
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Heather Du Plessis-Allan talks with Jodi O’Donnell on TVNZ’s $10.7m profit.
There are questions over whether TVNZ cut too many jobs as it turns a surprisingly strong profit. The broadcaster's reported an after-tax profit of nearly $26million...
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Auckland Principal stands against proposed NCEA changes
Consultation on the Government's proposed overhaul of the main secondary school qualification's open to mid-September. It includes axing level one, and replacing...
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Experts expect French PM will be ousted in confidence vote
Fears of a new political crisis swept through France - as it looks likely Francois Bayrou will be ousted in a crucial confidence vote. France’s embattled Prime Minister...
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Explained: Why is the luxury sector seeing economic troubles?
Luxury spending has been booming over the last couple of decades, but many high-end brands have been taking a financial hit. Gucci, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton have...
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Explained: What's behind Pāmu Farms economic turnaround?
Pāmu, formerly Landcorp, recently reported a net profit after tax of $120 million for the year ended June 2025, which will see it return a $15 million dividend. It's...
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The Huddle: Do we agree with the Government loosening liquor laws?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Council's Maurice Williamson and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! We've...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Who knows what World Rugby can do?
Well it's fair to say World Rugby's copping it today, even more so than yesterday. This is following the death of Shane Christie, the former Highlander who had the...
