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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Location sharing: Psychologist explains when it can turn risky
Between phones, smartwatches and new apps, it's fairly easy for people to stay in contact and keep an eye on where they are. Some couples and families use location...
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'Fair and reasonable': NZ College of Midwives head welcomes High Court ruling
The High Court's ruled the Crown breached its promise to ensure self-employed midwives are paid fairly and reasonably. After 18 months of waiting, the decision's...
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'Seems unlikely': Retail NZ head raises questions over surcharge ban
Labour may still hand a lifeline to the Government's much-touted surcharge ban. The policy was announced with much fanfare last year - with Minister Scott Simpson...
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Barry Soper: What do we think of the Greens' housing policies?
The Greens are heading to the election, with a policy to reverse the Government's reintroduction of interest deductibility. It also wants to scrap no-cause evictions,...
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Australian petrol stations running dry amid ongoing fuel crisis
Over in Australia, the fuel crisis is getting worse, with hundreds of petrol stations running dry. Stations in NSW and Victoria have reported significant shortages,...
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White Ferns win T20 series against South Africa
The White Ferns have wrapped up a 4-1 T20 series win over South Africa, cruising to a 92-run win in the final game at Hagley Oval. Having already wrapped up the...
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'Punch in the gut': Migrant couple with disabled son told to leave the country
The mother of a six-year-old boy with Down Syndrome says it was a punch in the guts to find out he's being deported. The family arrived from South Africa on visitor...
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UK Govt says contingency plans in place amid fuel shortage
Over in the UK, concerns have been raised over an incoming fuel shortage as the Middle East conflict continues. The Government hasn't dismissed the possibility of...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Govt looks into refurbishing Channel Infrastructure’s empty Marsden Point fuel storage tanks
The Government is looking at potentially helping Channel Infrastructure increase its fuel storage capacity at Marsden Point. Channel - New Zealand’s largest fuel...
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NZX drops 1.53 percent amid Iran conflict
The New Zealand sharemarket turned downwards, finishing with a fall of over 1.53 percent. The conflict in the Middle East has continued on, and oil prices have kept...
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The Huddle: Do we see the Iran conflict ending soon?
Tonight on The Huddle, Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Should we be outraged at the dinner charging $10k to sit with Luxon?
Right, let’s talk about the National Party accidentally letting slip that they’re selling tables at a dinner with Christopher Luxon. The story is that the Mainland...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 25 March, 2026, Jetstar's cutting flights and an aviation analyst says it's hard to know when...
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Fuel update: How much supply do we currently have left?
New Zealand's petrol supply has gone down, but officials say supply remains within normal levels. Just released figures are current to Sunday, when there were 48.7...
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'It's about time': Expert welcomes proposed peace plan with Iran
The jury's out on whether Iran and the US will come to an agreement anytime soon about ending the war. Iran's still trading strikes with Israel - which appears...
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'Unrealistic': Expert raises questions over planned NASA moon base
NASA's new chief has unveiled an ambitious plan to create a $20 billion base on the moon. It's cancelled plans to deploy a space station in lunar orbit, and will...
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Revealed: Why has NZ First backed down on fishing rule changes?
Winston Peters says the decision to back down on controversial fishing rule changes was only made today. The Government's proposal would've allowed commercial fishers...
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Middle East crisis: Aviation expert speculates as Jetstar cuts routes
An aviation commentator says it's hard to know when jet fuel prices will stabilise, as yet another airline cuts routes. Jetstar says it's made temporary changes...
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Barry Soper: Do we care about Erica Stanford's email mistake?
The Education Minister's blaming human error, after using her official email to promote a National Party video to schools. Erica Stanford sent principals guidance...
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Trump administration sends 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran
Little is known about how the war with Iran will end, despite Donald Trump saying it's won. Reuters reports Israel and the US have handed over a 15-point plan to...
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Is Roger Tuivasa-Sheck looking to make the move to the English Super League?
Warriors utility back Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is reportedly poised for a move to the UK Super League at the end of the NRL season. The Love Rugby League website claims...
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Govt announces $5.5m investment to make Wellington predator-free by 2050
The Government's taking aim at pests, as it pays into work to make the capital an official predator-free city. Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says $5.5 million...
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UK police investigate attack on Jewish ambulances
British police have confirmed they're investigating an online claim of responsibility for an arson attack after four volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation...
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Airlines warned NZ flights might need to be cut if fuel rationing hits
International airlines could be forced to cut flights in and out of New Zealand if fuel shortages lead to a rationing of supply. Concerns have been raised about...
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Molesworth Station: The fight is on to take over NZ's largest farm
The fight is on to run New Zealand's largest farm. Five contenders have put up their hand to commercially farm in Marlborough's Molesworth Recreation Reserve. The...
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The Huddle: Why has Trump backtracked on Iran?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson and former Auckland mayor Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government is right to have limited the fuel relief package
If you were listening to the previous show - Tyler’s show - you’ll have heard that not everyone loves the package the Government has just announced to help families...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 24 March, 2026, help for families feeling the pinch at the petrol pump - we talk to the Finance...
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'Really alert': Economist reacts to Reserve Bank Governor's Iran war speech
The Reserve Bank Governor says the central bank is closely monitoring fuel prices, but won't rush into reacting. Anna Breman says the Iran war is likely to lead...
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Middle East conflict: Expert claims Trump 'exaggerating' Iran statements
An international relations expert says Donald Trump's messaging on Iran could be misleading. The US President says he's holding off on threats to strike Iranian...
