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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Prime Minister Starmer reportedly planning to blame budget tax hikes on Farage
New reports out of the UK claim Prime Minister Keir Starmer is looking to blame Nigel Farage and Brexit for tax rises in the upcoming November budget. The UK has...
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The Huddle: Why do more people think violence is okay?
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Brigitte Morton and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the discussion about the following...
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RBA likely to keep rates on hold until 2026, reports claim
New reports indicate the Reserve Bank of Australia won't be cutting interest rates until at least February 2026. Employment remains high and inflation is still at...
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NZ First raises concerns over Gene Tech Bill
New Zealand First has started to voice concerns over the proposed Gene Technology Bill, breaking away from fellow coalition partners. NZ First claimed it wouldn't...
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'It's a start': Air NZ confirms new deal with Air Chathams
Air New Zealand's teamed up with Air Chathams on a new partnership for Whakatane. It'll mean customers can book single-ticket trips that combine domestic flights...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 14 October 2025, former Australian army officer and Middle East expert Rodger Shanahan on peace...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Trump does deserve credit for the Gaza agreement
So, what happened last night is remarkable. Before the deadline of 10pm New Zealand time, 20 living Israeli hostages - who had been held for 2 years, who had been...
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Data shows 1 in 7 Kiwis believe violence may be needed to get NZ 'back on track'
There's real concern from a former Green MP over how openly people talk about committing violence. A new Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll shows one in four Te Pāti Māori...
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Hospice NZ collecting reviews from people on their deathbed - report
New Zealanders who are dying, or caring for someone who's on their deathbed, have been leaving reviews rating their experience with death in Aotearoa. In a new...
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Explained: Expert assesses possible internal divide within Te Pāti Māori
There's suggestions of a deep divide within Te Pāti Māori. The Party's released documents to members alleging former vice president Eru Kapa-Kingi threatened parliamentary...
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Israel-Hamas conflict: Could peace persist in Gaza, as Trump claimed?
There's signs peace could persist in Gaza, as US President Donald Trump declares the war over. Hamas has released the 20 living Israeli hostages - and almost 2000...
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Barry Soper: What inspired House Speaker Gerry Brownlee's crackdown on bad behaviour?
Parliament's Speaker will meet MPs across the House today, as he cracks down on behaviour. Gerry Brownlee's spoken about Te Pati Māori's newest MP, Oriini Kaipara,...
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Prime Minister Albanese's phone number leaked online
The mobile numbers of Anthony Albanese, Sussan Ley and other prominent Australians were recently released to the public on a free website. The US-based website sells...
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Gail Parata resigns as Silver Ferns selector, raises concerns over Netball NZ
Another blow for Netball New Zealand in the wake of their unresolved coaching saga with Dame Noeline Taurua. Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata has resigned after...
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'Really good move': Banking Association CEO on the RBNZ lending changes set to impact buyers
Changes to lending restrictions are on the cards. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is welcoming the Reserve Bank consulting with banks on easing loan to value restrictions...
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Prime Minister Starmer arrives in Egypt to sign Gaza peace deal
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has just arrived in Gaza to sign off on the latest peace deal. Starmer is one of approximately 20 world leaders set to attend a peace...
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Fletcher Building posts 'gloomy' trading update
Fletcher Building's issued a gloomy trading update, marked with trading slumps, market falls and low sales volumes. The company's now aiming for a further $100 million...
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Revealed: Can DEI boost productivity in the workplace?
The Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner recently penned an opinion piece in defence of DEI amid ongoing concerns about the measures. Winston Peters and Judith...
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The Huddle: How can we encourage people to vote in local elections?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Richard Hills and Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day! The...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will cutting councils fix our abysmal voter turnout?
Listen, I am more and more convinced that we need to cut the number of councils we have across the country. I mean, that voter turnout that we've seen at the weekend...
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'Too complicated': Nicola Willis weighs in on low local election turnout
Participation in local elections is at a historic low and there's growing calls for reform. Turnout's been higher in rural areas and much lower in the main cities,...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 13 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 13 October 2025, the last of the Israeli hostages are being released today in a momentous day...
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Israeli hostage release: First hostages set to be handed over to Red Cross
Hamas is expected to start releasing Israeli hostages now. It's handing over 20 hostages over the next two hours - followed by Israel handing over nearly 2000 Palestinian...
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Local elections 2025: Māori Ward councillor voices disappointment with poll result
There's disappointment from some after a majority of Māori wards are set to go. 17 councils have voted to keep them, and 25 have voted to remove them Whakatane...
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'Just phenomenal': Education Minister responds to latest literacy results
There's confidence New Zealand schools are turning a corner on literacy skills. The Education Minister says data shows 58 percent of new entrant students are at-or-above...
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IRD reveals latest crackdown on tax debt
The IRD is set to be cracking down harder on those who don't pay their taxes properly, and they've unveiled new measures for people who ignore correspondence. The...
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Barry Soper: These education figures say it all
Erica Stanford believes mandated structured literacy is turning reading and writing skills around. The Education Minister's revealed new data showing 58 percent...
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Australian Government backs down on aspects of superannuation tax plan
The Australian Government has backed down on its controversial superannuation tax plan, following long-running criticism from key industries. Treasurer Jim Chalmers...
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Scott Robertson unveils All Blacks picks ahead of Grand Slam tour
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has defended the lack of fresh faces in the 36-strong squad for the upcoming Grand Slam tour. There's just one new cap in prop Tevita...
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'Unambitious': Expert criticises new Govt methane targets
A climate expert has claimed the Government's reduced methane targets are 'unambitious'. The goal for 2050 has been slashed to a range of 14-to-24 percent below...
