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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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Gavin Grey: Suspect wanted for questioning over Madeleine McCann disappearance

The chief suspect in Madeleine McCann's disappearance, who is currently serving a sentence for a rape conviction, is set to be released from prison in Germany later...
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 May 2025

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 16 May 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis tells Heather why she's begrudgingly signed off on...
Peter Lewis: 'Long way to go' in US-China trade war

The trade war between the United States and China has settled down for 90 days. President Donald Trump’s agreed to reduce tariffs by 115 percent. Asia Business...
Heather du Plessis-Allan: In defence of instant coffee

I just want to be clear, I don't want to start a disagreement between shows here on Newstalk ZB, but I did listen to Mike Hosking this morning talking some smack,...
Andrew Little: Wellington Mayoral candidate comes up against Tory Whanau

Wellington’s potential next Mayor is making headlines for dishing out suggestions to the current mayor. Andrew Little called on Tory Whanau to not sign any more...
Sports Huddle: Is hunger more important than talent?

One News Sports Editor Abby Wilson and Sports Journalist Jim Kayes join Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. Auckland FC are facing a huge challenge this...
Steve Corcia: Auckland FC have to be 'ready for the challenge ahead'

Auckland FC have 180 minutes to secure their place in the grand final, when they take on the Melbourne Victory tomorrow. Melbourne Victory are regarded as one of...
Jacqui Lloyd: NZ 'priced itself out' of cruise ship market

New reports show cruise ships are giving New Zealand a miss. Next season will see a 28 percent decrease in port visits nationwide. Cruise Association CEO Jackie...
David Seymour: Waitangi Tribunal claims 'factually untrue'

The Waitangi Tribunal is urging the Government to “immediately halt” the Act Party-promoted Regulatory Standards Bill set to be introduced to Parliament on Monday. In...
Nicola Willis: NZ film industry will 'pack its bags' without rebate

The finance minister’s making more commitments ahead of next week’s budget. In her pre-budget announcement, the finance minister said $577 million will be injected...
ACC minister looking to 'shift liability' of sexual abuse compensation

The ACC minister’s questioning whether ACC is the right outfit for people needing compensation after experiencing sexual assault. In 2023 the Court of Appeal ruled...
US Supreme Court judges say birthright citizenship order is 'unconstitutional'

The United States Supreme Court is hearing arguments in the appeal of three orders to end birthright citizenship for children born in the United States to someone...
Jason Pine: Warriors winning-streak to build tomorrow

The Warriors will take on the Dolphins this weekend in a bid to keep their winning streak going. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine says they’ve got it in the bag. “They’re...
Woolworths Director: 'We feel our customers pain'

Woolworth’s says Kiwi shoppers are getting a good deal from supermarkets. The supermarket giant’s blaming GST for New Zealand’s grocery prices rising higher than...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will we ever get order back into Parliament?

It sounds like Gerry Brownlee thinks that the Māori Party punishment is too harsh. He started Parliament today with the Speaker's ruling and he dropped some pretty...
Ryan Fox gears up for tonight's PGA Championship

Golfer Ryan Fox admits his preparation for the PGA Championship - starting tonight - has been the opposite from his ideal buildup to a major. The Kiwi secured entry...
Prime Minister Albanese in Indonesia for first international visit since re-election

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has landed in Indonesia as part of his first overseas trip since his election victory earlier in the month. Albanese is set to stay...
Jason Walls: What does Speaker Gerry Brownlee think of proposed sanctions on Te Pāti Māori?

The Privileges Committee report on Te Pāti Māori's haka last year will be debated and voted on next Tuesday, with Parliament's Speaker calling the proposed punishment...
'Russia is not interested in peace': Expert reacts as Putin backs out of peace talks with Zelenskyy

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are looking noticeably left in the lurch without the Kremlin's leader. Vladimir Putin has backed out of a face-to-face meeting...
Labour's Chris Hipkins unveils party plan for pay equity changes

Labour's leader says he would reverse the Government's pay equity changes - but that doesn't mean going back to how things were before. Laws passed under urgency...
Expert unpacks case where nine-year-old was barred from age-grade rugby because of his weight

A 9-year-old Auckland boy has been told he can no longer play age-grade rugby with his friends because he’s over the weight limit. The student was one of 106 children...
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 15 May 2025

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 15 May 2025, is the proposed punishment for Te Pati Maori MPs too harsh? Speaker Gerry Brownlee...
The Huddle: Is the proposed punishment for the Māori Party too harsh?

Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Is...
New crop of Primary Industries Awards finalists named

This year’s Primary Industry New Zealand Award finalists have been announced. The seventh annual awards are part of the two-day Primary Industry New Zealand (PINZ)...
UK prisons running out of room, Government warns

The UK Government has warned prisons are running out of room - and they're aiming to get new structures built to address the shortage. Three new prisons - totalling...
Explained: Why are dairy products driving the spike in food prices?

Butter, cheese and milk were the biggest drivers of a rise in food prices for the year to April 2025, new figures from Stats NZ show. Food prices increased 3.7 percent...
Could aircraft shortages be behind pricier domestic flights?

A new report suggests the increase in domestic air fares may be due to a lack of the right planes. In particular, airlines don't seem to have access to suitable...
Briscoe Group reveals plans for ‘mini metro’ stores

Up to 15 metro-style Briscoe and Rebel Sport stores will be popping up across the country - in a bid to pump up Briscoes Group's profitability. The project will...
'Unacceptable': Former House Speaker calls for harsher sanctions on Te Pāti Māori

A former Speaker believes suggested punishments for three Te Pāti Māori MPs falls short. Parliament's Privileges Committee has recommended suspensions for the three...
Drug Detection Agency voices concern over increased meth use by workers

A workplace drug testing company is sounding the alarm, with meth showing up disproportionately in results nationwide. New data from the Drug Detection Agency finds...

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