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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BBC under scrutiny over alleged doctoring of Trump speech, MPs weigh in
The BBC is under fire after reports surfaced claiming they misled viewers by editing a speech made by US President Donald Trump in 2021. UK Opposition leader Kemi...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Why did Adrian Orr threaten a former Reserve Bank economist with legal action?
Former Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has threatened one of his fiercest critics with legal action. He has compelled a London-based central banking news publication...
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Explained: Why has the US share market fallen?
The US share market took a hit this week, with leading AI companies seeing a decline. Market darlings Palantir and chip behemoth Nvidia were among the big names...
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The Huddle: What do we make of the Police Commissioner's op-ed to Stuff?
Tonight on The Huddle, political commentator and lawyer Liam Hehir and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following...
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Minister Simon Watts unpacks Govt changes to climate policy
The Government recently announced a raft of proposed changes to the Climate Change Response Act and the Emissions Trading Scheme. Climate Change Minister Simon Watts...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Stuff make the right call publishing the Tom Phillips audio?
I'm baffled by the Police Commissioner writing that open letter telling off Stuff today. You probably missed this thing when it actually happened, which was back...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 05 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 5 November 2025, is the Government going to ban rough sleepers from city centres? Justice...
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'Resistance': What does Mamdani's victory mean for US politics?
The new mayor-elect for New York City, Zohran Mamdani, is causing quite the stir in the Big Apple - to Donald Trump's displeasure. The 34-year-old democratic socialist's...
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Research reveals media platforms favoured by Kiwi kids
New data has revealed the media platforms drawing Kiwi kids in, and there's been an unusual trend in the findings. NZ On Air has just released the latest update...
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Justice Minister addresses reported rough sleeping ban for CBDs
The Justice Minister seems confused about whether the Government's considering a blanket ban on rough sleeping in CBDs, as claimed by Labour. Prime Minister Chris...
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Economist issues warning as unemployment reaches near nine-year high
One expert is warning the job market won't get easier any time soon. The latest Stats NZ data shows the unemployment rate has reached an almost nine-year high of...
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'Flexibility': Eden Park head supports Govt call for more concerts and events
The debate over Eden Park events has reignited, as the Government has proposed letting it almost triple its annual concerts from 12 to 32. It's also recommending...
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Barry Soper: Are we making progress on the India trade deal?
Significant progress is being made on New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement with India. India's Trade Minister is in the country - discussing our trade relationship...
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Revealed: How did Trump respond to Mamdani winning New York mayoralty?
Zohran Mamdani's scored victory for the Democrats - making history as New York City's youngest mayor in a century. The 34-year-old candidate focused his winning...
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Black Caps gearing up for evening clash
The Black Caps are keeping an eye on February's T20 World Cup heading into a five-match series against the West Indies, starting at Eden Park tonight. It will be...
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'Serious': Why is the BBC being accused of bias?
A new report has claimed the BBC doctored footage of Donald Trump to appear like he was calling his supporters to 'fight' ahead of the January 6 riot. Editors for...
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Govt announces new joint project designed to bring emissions down
The Government's putting more than a million dollars into rolling out farming tech designed to cut down emissions. A $1.2 million dollar investment's been announced...
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The Huddle: Is Erica Stanford right to take Treaty obligations off school boards?
Tonight on The Huddle, former Green MP Gareth Hughes and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are the teachers' unions right to be upset with Erica Stanford?
Okay, I've got a question for you - and this is a genuine question, it's not a rhetorical question. Do you agree with the teachers' unions that it's an outrage that...
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Iwi leaders step in to mediate Te Pāti Māori tensions
A meeting between Te Pāti Māori and the National Iwi Chairs Forum has resulted in two key outcomes. The hui was called after infighting, which saw the Te Tai Tonga...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 04 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 November 2025, the president of the NZ School Board Association is unhappy that the education...
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NZ International Convention Centre formally handed to SkyCity
The long-delayed International Convention Centre in Auckland has formally been handed over to SkyCity - several years behind schedule. The works began in 2015, and...
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Canterbury museum's World War II display prompts concern from Holocaust Centre
There's concerns from some that a Canterbury museum's displayed World War II Nazi artefacts without context. Geraldine’s Military Museum showcases tanks and machinery...
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‘Bird of the Year’-winning kārearea attacking Wellington walkers
This year's winning Bird of the Year, the kārearea, is attacking Wellington walkers on a popular bush walk. The native falcons are nesting along Haywards Track -...
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Water Safety NZ voices disappointment with ACC funding cut
The country's largest water safety group expects a big impact from losing about 20 percent of its annual funding. ACC's ending its long-standing partnership with...
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Unions voice outrage as Govt removes school board Treaty requirements
Unions have voiced disappointment over the Education Minister's plan to remove school board Treaty requirements. Erica Stanford intends to scrap a clause under which...
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Barry Soper: Could Te Pāti Māori oust their rogue MPs?
Te Pāti Māori has confirmed they're not ruling out triggering two separate byelections by expelling controversial MPs. Co-leaders Rawiri Waititi and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer...
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RBA keeps interest rates on hold at 3.6 percent
Over in Australia, the Reserve Bank has opted to leave interest rates on hold at 3.6 percent, in line with expectations from economists. Experts had largely predicted...
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NRL set to look into Eli Katoa's head knocks - report
The NRL will look into Tonga's handling of Eliesa Katoa's head injury assessment. The news comes after he suffered seizure activity and brain bleeding following...
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Weather concerns hang over Melbourne Cup ahead of race
Smokin' Romans and Torranzino are preparing to carry the hopes for New Zealand-trained horses set as the 24 hopefuls for today's Melbourne Cup are saddled up at...
