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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EU delays retaliatory trade tariffs on US until August
The EU's retaliatory tariffs on US exports have been delayed again - this time until early next month. The countermeasures, which were due to begin this month, came...
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Explained: How have markets reacted to Trump's latest tariff threats?
US President Donald Trump is renewing his threats to Canada, vowing to slap a 35 percent tariff on its goods. He says he'll impose the tariff on Canadian goods starting...
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Are one-size-fits-all homes the way forward for New Zealand?
One of New Zealand's leading building sector bodies is launching standard house designs that will be available to all, in an attempt to bring down costs. The Building...
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The Huddle: Do we have any advice for young people looking for work?
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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Finance Minister addresses claims she wanted to keep Budget lock-up numbers restricted
The Finance Minister says revelations she wanted to keep numbers attending this year's Budget lock-up more restricted than she suggested is a mountain out a of molehill. After...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Does anyone else have a problem with bus lanes?
Put your hand up if you've ever had a bus suddenly pull out in front of your car while you're driving along, minding your own beeswax. I know. It's happened to everyone....
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Unemployment data: Stats NZ shows Gen Z Kiwis hit hard by downturn
There's immense pressure for young New Zealanders trying to find work as opportunities decline. Stats NZ data shows 16 percent of Kiwis aged 15-24 are unemployed. NZ...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 14 July 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 14 July 2025, how much money did we waste on the Te Pukenga experiment? Minister for Vocational...
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'We don't like each other': Paul Gallen speaks ahead of Sonny Bill Williams bout
Paul Gallen is speaking out after things got heated between him and Sonny Bill Williams ahead of their high-profile match in Sydney. The pre-fight press conference...
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Te Pūkenga changes: Minister Penny Simmonds says move will reduce 'wasteful spending'
The Government's assuring industry groups they'll still have influence as polytechnics change. Next year, 10 polytechs will return to regional governance - but four...
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'We're all just doing what we can': Slash, landslides impacting Tasman region after storms
Huge landslides in Tasman have caused widespread destruction in the past week's damaging storms. The area's State of Emergency continues - but recovery efforts...
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Barry Soper: Will the Government's new polytechnic shakeup help the sector?
Moves have been made to restore regional governance to 10 polytechnics. The Government is undoing Labour's merger of institutes under the Te Pūkenga umbrella. The...
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Prime Minister Albanese launches bid to boost trade with China
Anthony Albanese will use high-profile meetings with top business leaders in Shanghai to boost the Chinese-Australian trade relationship. The Prime Minister is also...
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Razor hints All Blacks can make changes ahead of third French test
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson's hinting some more experienced squad members yet to get a run against France could get their opportunity in Saturday's third test...
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NCEA numeracy and literacy results see improvement across year levels
New data shows there's been a noticeable surge in high school students passing NCEA numeracy and literacy assessments. Latest results show 57 percent achieved the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 11 July 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 11th July 2025, the mayoral campaign for Wellington councillor Ray Chung appears to be in tatters...
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'Some lines you can't cross': Calls to develop an antisemitism strategy as hate 'ramps up'
Jewish leaders are calling for New Zealand to follow in Australia's footsteps and formulate an antisemitism strategy. The Australian special envoy's plan includes...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Wellington is in for a tempestuous election campaign
The Wellington Mayoral race was supposed to be winding down into boring town. Tory went wild, had a tipsy whirlwind on Courtenay Place. A bit of booze, a bit of...
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Ray Chung resolute in continuing mayoral bid despite sex gossip email scandal
Embattled Wellington mayoral candidate Ray Chung is refusing to pull out of the race, despite being ditched by a major financial backer. It comes after the Herald...
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How will France fare in the second All Blacks test?
Last week saw the All Blacks defeat France by a narrow four points. Despite facing a greener Les Bleus side, the All Blacks struggled a bit in getting that victory...
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'Why stay?': New campaign draws attention to lack of graduate prospects
The Victoria University of Wellington Students Association is turning heads with its new campaign. “No work. Sh*t pay. Why stay?” is the slogan for their “Where’s...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 July 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 10 July 2025, Victoria University's Emeritus Professor Jonathan Boston slams suggestion that...
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40,000 people a year could illegally enter the UK this year
Illegal immigrants from France are still arriving in the UK. Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron are set to announce a deal that addresses this. Junior Doctors are...
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Tesla is falling in the EV market due to Chinese manufacturers and Musk
Fisher Funds' Sam Dickie explains how Tesla shares have dropped significantly. He says the company is suffering from Elon Musk's alignment to Trump, and from Chinese...
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The dairy industry is booming again
Hamish McKay fills us in on the country. He says the farming and dairy sector are going up again, with farmers paying down debts and working with better margins. He...
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New Zealand magazines are struggling to stay afloat
The Listener, Woman’s Weekly and Woman’s Day are up for sale as owners Are Media go on the market. The sale raises the inevitable question of the future direction...
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The Huddle: Are nuclear weapons what we need for peace?
Tonight on The Huddle, Journalist Clare De Lore and Economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! 40 years since...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Nukes have prevented 80 years of major war
It's been 40 years since the French sunk the Rainbow Warrior. They wanted to stop the protests against nuclear testing at Mururoa. The terrorist attack by an allied...
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ABs can go two-for-two against the French this weekend.
Caleb Clarke as a power wing could be the tool that puts the ABs over France again, despite an underwhelming season. Head Coach Scott Robertson says he believes...
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Cancelled booking charges are the customer's fault too
Would-be customers are being charged for cancelling bookings. One customer was even pinged $250 for pulling out of a 5-person table. Consumer NZ Communication and...
