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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
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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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The Huddle: Is the public sector pay freeze fair?
Public sector workers are feeling the burn of a pay freeze. The Government's announced those earning more than $60,000 will only get pay increases in "exceptional...
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Wellington Mayor defends proposal for $5 an hour parking
When it comes to what you pay for parking, Wellington is set to become more expensive than some of the biggest cities in the world. The council wants to increase...
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Reserve Bank warns it could restrict LVRs further
New Zealand has come through the Covid-19 pandemic better than expected but vulnerabilities in the financial system remain, Reserve Bank governor Adrian Orr says. The...
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'Unacceptable bombshell': Police slam public sector pay freeze
The Police Association has slammed the Government's three-year public sector wage freeze as an "unacceptable bombshell". This morning it was announced public sector...
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Peter Dunne: PM has gone as close as she can to firing Mallard
An unprecedented ticking off by the Prime Minister. Speaker Trevor Mallard last night claimed a staffer committed sexual assault - speaking under parliamentary privilege. He...
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How NZ Cricket plan to get 'anxious' Kiwi players out of India
New Zealand Cricket and the Players' Association are working hard to bring Kiwi cricketers in India back home, while members of the test team will fly straight to...
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How 3-year-old Axle was found in Tolaga Bay bush
Axle, 3, the boy who went missing from his home in Tolaga Bay yesterday, was found around 3km from his home and "wanting his mum" this afternoon, Tairāwhiti Area...
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Facebook board's Trump decision could have wider impacts
Since the day after the deadly Jan. 6 riots on the U.S. Capitol, former President Donald Trump's social media accounts have been silent — muzzled for inciting violence...
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Public sector pay freeze: No increases for staff on $100k for three years
Public sector workers earning more than $60,000 can only expect pay increases in "exceptional circumstances" while those on more than $100,000 won't get a cent more...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Mallard using his power to attack individuals - he needs to go
I maintain the position that I have for several months now that Trevor Mallard needs to go. His performance in Parliament last night has only proven that. He was...
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National MP says Mongrel Mob death threats have been passed on to police
National MP Simeon Brown has received death threats that he says is a result of his criticism of Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson's visit to the Hamilton Mongrel...
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The Huddle: Is China committing genocide?
The Act Party plans to ask Parliament to debate a motion to declare China's oppression of the Uighur ethnic minority an act of "genocide". Its motion would ask MPs...
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Pods chocolates posted on TradeMe for $300 following discontinuation
The opportunists are out in full force after the announcement the beloved Kiwi snack Pods is being discontinued. The announcement was made last month by manufacturer...
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David Seymour: We shouldn't care about trade and declare a genocide in China
Act have support from the Green Party on a Parliamentary motion to vote on if the abuse of the Uighur minority in China amounts to genocide. Meanwhile Labour has...
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'No prenup': Enormous fortune on the line for shock Bill and Melinda Gates divorce
Bill Gates and his wife Melinda did not sign a prenuptial agreement to divide their fortune, which includes properties in five states, a private jet, an art collection...
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He Puapua author disappointed with how report has been politicised
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has ruled out the idea of a Māori parliament but sidestepped other questions about a report on Māori self-determination, instead accusing...
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Top Australian general warns of ‘high likelihood’ of war with China
One of Australia’s top generals reportedly told troops there was a “high likelihood” of war with China in a leaked briefing last year. Major-General Adam Findlay...
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National MP ties death threats to Davidson's visit to Mongrel Mob
National MP Simeon Brown has received death threats that he says is a result of his criticism of Green Party co-leader Marama Davidson's visit to the Hamilton Mongrel...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Uighur genocide declaration a big test for PM
This is it: this is the test for the Prime Minister over China. Is she going to put her money where her mouth is, and criticise China like she said she would? ACT...
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Travel bubble with Rarotonga will be worth the wait
A travel bubble between New Zealand and Rarotonga was worth the wait. That's the message from a Cook Islands industry leader, welcoming the announcement of quarantine-free...
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Robertson: No projects from infrastructure package have been cancelled
The Finance Minister says there are many options to reduce costs in its infrastructure package which don't involve cutting projects A more detailed costing of projects...
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Productivity Commission inquiry to examine New Zealand's immigration settings
New Zealand's immigration settings will be put under the microscope by the Productivity Commission. Finance Minister Grant Robertson says it's important to better...
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Cricket charity wondering what to do with Ron Brierley donation
A number of organisations are trying to figure out what to do with donations made by Sir Ron Brierley. The 83-year-old former business high flyer pleaded guilty...
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Christchurch council won't apologise for confiscating recycling bins
Repeat offenders are being told filling recycling bins with rubbish won't be accepted in Christchurch. More than 650 yellow bins have been confiscated over the past...
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WA on the alert as contact tracing continues for new cases
WA Premier Mark McGowan on Sunday announced he wanted to avoid another lockdown at all costs after a hotel quarantine guard tested positive on Saturday. He instead...
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