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 reeling as Trump threatens billion-dollar lawsuit
The BBC's chairman has denied claims the BBC is trying to bury accusations of bias, as Donald Trump threatens to sue the company. A leaked BBC memo suggests the...
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'We're there now': Expert issues warning as AI content becomes hard to distinguish
Artificial intelligence is growing and changing and reshaping industries, but there's growing concerns about the harm it could bring. Trust is a valuable asset in...
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Jamie Mackay pays tribute to Southland farmer for Armistice Day
Today marks the 107th anniversary of Armistice Day, which marked the end of World War I on November 11 in 1918. Kiwis all over the country gathered to pay tribute...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Expect this asset sales debate to get heated
Well, entirely predictably, the debate about selling state assets has already kicked off ahead of election year - with Winston calling the idea a 'tawdry, silly...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 11 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 11 November 2025, a new bombshell IPCA report has revealed serious misconduct by senior police...
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The Huddle: Can Andrew Coster come back from this?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and CTU economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The...
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Winston Peters voices opposition to National's proposed asset sales
As one coalition partner speaks against asset sales, another is keen to welcome them with open arms. The Prime Minister reiterates he's ruled them out this term,...
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Police set to improve police oversight following IPCA report on McSkimming
The Government says it is taking significant steps to improve police oversight after a damning IPCA report on the handling of complaints against former Deputy Police...
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Revealed: What does Donald Trump want from the BBC lawsuit?
The BBC is under extra scrutiny after this latest scandal - and US President Donald Trump is threatening legal action. A leaked BBC memo suggests the Panorama programme...
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'95 percent': Minister Nicole McKee on Govt rewrite of Arms Act
The Associate Justice Minister admits some ideas in her Arms Act rewrite didn't make it past the cutting room floor. She's revealed details of changes to the 1983...
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Barry Soper: Can NZ First stop asset sales?
The Prime Minister has responded to Winston Peters' fears over potential asset sales. Chris Luxon has ruled them out this term, but is again suggesting it needs...
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Outrage as Australian Neo-Nazis hold weekend demonstration
There's concern and outrage in Australia after a group of Neo-Nazis held a demonstration outside NSW Parliament. NSW police estimate about 60 black-clad men stood...
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IOC weighing up ban on trans athletes - report
International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry is poised to act on a key election platform, by introducing a blanket ban on transgender women from female...
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'Send a clear message': Transport Minister unpacks new drug-driving crackdown
The Government has revealed more details about new road safety measures. From December, police in Wellington will do random roadside saliva tests - screening for...
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BBC director general and News CEO resign over edited Trump footage scandal
BBC director general Tim Davie and CEO of News Deborah Turness have resigned over the way a documentary on Donald Trump was edited. It comes after the Telegraph...
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'Strong signals': Experts indicate India-NZ trade deal not far off
Businesses are being encouraged to plan ahead as talks of an India-New Zealand trade deal continue. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says both regions are making progress...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The BBC scandal impacts trust across all media
Well, at least someone's resigned at the BBC. In fact, two have resigned, both the director general and the boss of news - and the fact that this bias scandal at...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 10 November 2025, the Maori Party has expelled two of its own MPs in the latest episode of the...
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Rocket Lab results: What can markets expect?
Rocket Lab is set to unveil their results for Q3, and it's prompted speculation from experts. The company's seen some growth and shares have gone up, but concerns...
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The Huddle: Is withholding funding from the Cook Islands the right move?
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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India-NZ trade deal: Could we have a partnership by 2026?
The Prime Minister has indicated trade talks with India are progressing well - and speculation claims both nations could have a trade deal by next year. Trade Minister...
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Cook Islands opposition leader calls for Govt to mend relations with NZ
A Cook Islands politician says public pressure is mounting for its Government to mend its rift with New Zealand. The Foreign Minister has paused almost $30 million...
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Water crematorium services gaining popularity, reports claim
There's strong demand for water cremations, just months after the service first became available in New Zealand. Since opening in June, the Christchurch Crematorium...
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Former Te Pāti Māori co-leader weighs in on the ousting of two MPs
A sense the fall-out isn't over, after Te Pāti Māori's National Council has ejected two MPs from the party. Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi are calling it...
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Tongariro National Park fire: Investigations set to take place into disaster
Rainfall today at Tongariro National Park has helped dampen the fire that's rampaged across nearly 3000 hectares since Saturday. Fire and Emergency says a flyover...
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Barry Soper: This Te Pāti Māori announcement was a long time coming
Te Pāti Māori's co-leaders won't share why their National Council decided to expel Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi. The Council met last night to decide on...
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Tributes flooding in after death of Australian radio icon John Laws
Australian radio legend John Laws has died. The 90-year-old affectionately dubbed 'Golden Tonsils' died in Sydney, after being hospitalised last month. Australian...
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ANZ's annual profit up, CEO says green shoots showing
A $2.5 billion dollar boost for our largest bank. ANZ New Zealand's announced a 21 percent increase in its annual profit. It's largely down to a good year for the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 07 November 2025
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 7 November. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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A new multi-storey department store is headed for Queen Street
A new three-level luxury department store is set to open on Auckland's Queen Street next year. The new store will be located at 131 Queen St and is set to include...
