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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23andMe fined millions by UK watchdog over data breach
Genetic testing giant 23andMe is being fined millions of pounds by the UK's privacy watchdog following a high-profile data breach. The breach saw the personal information...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Was Nicola Willis grilled about Neil Quigley?
The Finance Minister's revealed top-level legal advice was sought over the Reserve Bank's battle with Treasury for funding. The bank received less money than it...
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Explained: How are markets reacting to the Israel-Iran conflict?
The conflict between Israel and Iran is continuing on - and it's sparked concerns among investors. US President Donald Trump has demanded Iran's unconditional surrender,...
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The Huddle: Do we agree with the Government scrapping the census?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following...
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Consumer confidence perks up - but levels remain weak
New data shows consumer confidence has gone up - but overall levels show people are feeling more pessimistic than optimistic about the economy. The Westpac McDermott...
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IRD data reveals $45 million worth of undeclared tax in horticulture industry
The Inland Revenue Department has unveiled the horticulture sector hasn't paid their fair share of taxes. Over the last 10 months, the IRD has found $45 million...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 18 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 18 June 2025, you'll never have to fill out another census form! The Statistics Minister explains...
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New Plymouth mayor supports Chris Bishop's bid to override local councils
New Plymouth's mayor is backing Government changes to take away power from local authorities. Housing Minister Chris Bishop says new regulation in the Resource...
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Expert warns Trump's Iran deliberations could alienate supporters
To strike or not to strike. The US President has had talks with officials on joining Israel's attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. Since the initial attack on Friday,...
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'Don't bring them': Crusaders CEO explains Super Rugby Pacific final cowbell ban
The Crusaders are hoping Chiefs fans will come check out the action at this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch - but they've suggested leaving the...
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Census changes: Minister Shane Reti says annual survey will collect 'essential' data
The Statistics Minister says his agency is well up to transforming how the Census is done in New Zealand, despite previous short-comings. The five-yearly census...
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Thomas Coughlan: What are Luxon's political goals for China visit?
The Prime Minister is pushing for diplomacy and trade in China - as he visits with ministers and senior business leaders. Discussions will be held on boosting education...
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Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as conflict continues
The US is making veiled threats towards Iran - and demanding the country's unconditional surrender. Donald Trump is back in the White House after leaving the G7...
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Explained: Why are cowbells banned at the Super Rugby Pacific final?
The Crusaders don’t want Chiefs fans to bring cowbells to the Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch on Saturday. The final is set up as the perfect crescendo...
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'We've gotten a lot of feedback': ACT's David Seymour reveals why melatonin, psilocybin changes were made
Changes to allow over the counter sales of sleep drug melatonin in New Zealand - alongside relaxing rules on magic mushrooms as medicine. MedSafe's approved melatonin...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Scrapping the census was long overdue
You know what I’m not going to miss? The census. If there anything that showed how bad Governments can be at embracing technology, it was the census. At a time when...
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Trump, Starmer unveil new US-UK trade deal
Keir Starmer and Donald Trump today signed off a UK-US trade deal at the G7 summit in Canada. The two leaders then presented the deal, revealing that the UK aerospace...
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Farmer confidence remans at near-record high, survey shows
Farmer confidence remains at a near-record high, according to the latest Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey. Farmer confidence in the broader agri-economy was unchanged...
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Food prices up by 4.4 percent - highest since 2023
Food prices increased 4.4 percent in the 12 months to May 2025, following a 3.7 percent increase in the 12 months to April 2025, according to figures released by...
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The Huddle: Do we need to rethink heritage?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Ali Jones from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issue of the day - and more! Minister...
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Expert warns China has lost trust in NZ as a trading partner
One expert has warned China has lost trust in New Zealand as a trading partner - and it could impact the current FTA. Prime Minister Chris Luxon is leading a trade...
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'Arbitrary': Legal expert raises questions over Employment Relations Act amendment
The Government has unveiled new changes for Employment Relations Act aimed at improving labour market flexibility - but it's raised some concerns. One of the proposed...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 17 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 17 June 2025, the Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey gets a grilling following calls for a Royal...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I don't agree with ACT's new employment bill
I'll tell you what I'm gonna be watching with some interest in the next few weeks - that employment bill that ACT has just introduced to Parliament that would make...
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Explained: What does new Deloitte survey say about Gen Z and leadership?
New research indicates most of Gen Z aren't aiming for leadership roles in their future careers. An annual Deloitte survey says only six percent of Gen Z respondents...
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Jason Walls: Were Deborah Russell's 'unparliamentary' comments out of line?
Minister Deborah Russell raised a few eyebrows after dropping the f-bomb in the House. ACT's David Seymour has been quick to criticise this - and it's sparked further...
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Growing calls for Royal Commission of Inquiry into mental health care after repeat killings
A Royal Commission of Inquiry into mental health care is looking unlikely - despite pressure over repeat killings by two patients. Hillmorton Hospital resident,...
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'The whole world is watching': Concerns raised after Donald Trump departs G7 summit early
There's concerns the Israel and Iran conflict is about to escalate, as Donald Trump leaves the G7 summit early. The US President's cut his time in Canada short -...
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'The worst I've ever seen it': Lifewise CEO weighs in on homelessness stats in NZ
A housing advocate says New Zealand's homelessness is the worst she's seen in 20 years. The Government's celebrating one-year of its Priority One policy - which...
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Protests against over-tourism taking place across streets of Europe
Large protests are held in Spain, Italy and Portugal calling for a curb on mass tourism - with Barcelona organisers telling demonstrators to bring water pistols...
