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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UK Government rules out joining Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade
The UK will not be involved in the US military blockade of Iran, according to new reports. The US announced the blockade after talks with Iran failed to secure a...
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Oil prices shoot up following Trump's blockade threat
Global oil prices have shot up again, with Donald Trump gunning for authority over the Strait of Hormuz. The President's announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports,...
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The Huddle: Why do we love Anna Breman?
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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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Does our news just have the wrong priorities?
Right, here’s a question I’d like to answer: Do we all have strange priorities in this country, or is it just the evening TV news that does? Last night, I sat through...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 13 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 13 April, 2026, ANZ thinks the Reserve Bank will raise the OCR as early as July. Chief Economist...
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Wellington's new water entity facing scrutiny over board pay
Concerns have been raised over the new Wellington water entity, as its board members will be paid twice as much as their Wellington Water counterparts. The group's...
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'Unfortunate reality': Minister Chris Bishop on the prospect of the OCR going up
There's growing concern about the impact of the Middle East conflict, and at least one major bank has forecasted increases to the OCR. ANZ has revised its outlook,...
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Hipkins raises concerns over India trade deal before party makes final call
Labour's leader is demanding clarity on spending commitments in the India free trade deal - and isn't sure whether the party will back it. The deal lives or dies...
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Expert warns Iran could inflict more economic turmoil beyond Strait of Hormuz
A warning Iran has more ways to inflict economic pain if war resumes with the US, other than in the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump's threatening a navy blockade...
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Independent pharmacies raise concerns over planned Chemist Warehouse expansion
Concern from pharmacists over revelations Chemist Warehouse is planning to double its sites in the next decade. BusinessDesk reports a confidential briefing for...
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'A lot of uncertainty': ANZ chief economist on the bank changing their OCR forecast
The country's largest bank is now forecasting three Official Cash Rate hikes before the election. ANZ is predicting three consecutive increases in July, September,...
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Barry Soper: No one's sure what Trump's trying to accomplish
The Wall Street Journal reports Donald Trump is considering resuming strikes on Iran, with no deal reached in Pakistan yesterday. The US President's announced his...
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Albanese to travel to Asia amid ongoing fuel supply crisis
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is travelling to Brunei and Malaysia to boost the nation's fuel supply amid the ongoing crisis. Malaysia and Brunei are...
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Rory McIlroy wins back-to-back Masters titles
Rory McIlroy has joined an exclusive group of four to win the Masters back-to-back. The Northern Irishman has claimed a one-stroke victory to successfully defend...
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'Life-threatening issues': MetService expert defends Cyclone Vaianu warnings
MetService is defending its Cyclone Vaianu warnings, saying it still believes it could have been deadly. It's now entirely off-shore and moving away from New Zealand,...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is netball a dying sport?
Hands up—who knew the ANZ Premiership starts tomorrow? This is netball. I’m guessing not many hands went up, which is a worry. It’s somewhat forgivable, given the...
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'Short sighted': Smart Energy Alliance spokesperson says LNG terminal doesn't address real challenges
A new alliance has formed to oppose the proposed LNG facility including groups like Master Electricians, Consumer New Zealand, and the Sustainable Energy Alliance. Smart...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 10 April, 2026, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown signs the country's first city deal. He tells us why...
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Reuters White House press correspondent on Melania Trump's Epstein denial
First Lady Melania Trump made a seemingly unprompted announcement earlier today denying any ties with Jeffrey Epstein. Speculation has arisen online that she made...
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'Very careful, very deliberative': Former Attorney General chats Ema Aitken decision
A conduct panel has decided not to stand Judge Ema Aitken down from her position as District Court Judge following an incident at Auckland’s exclusive Northern Club...
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Is Truth Social turning on Donald Trump?
Backlash against Donald Trump on his social media site 'Truth Social' is building following the US President's R-rated Easter rant. Although, US Correspondent Dan...
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'Mutual respect': Wayne Brown chats government partnership to bolster city
A deal signed by Christopher Luxon and Wayne Brown was announced today to work together to bolster Auckland. The partnership aims to boost economic growth and improve...
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'Writing on the wall': Woolworths trial axing South Island butchers
Supermarket chain Woolworths is looking at closing down its in-store butchery departments across the entire South Island to instead only stock pre-packaged meat. Woolworths...
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Keir Starmer claims work needs to be done to keep US-Iran ceasefire going
The UK's Prime Minister says there is a lot of work to do to make the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran hold. Iran's Revolutionary Guard says shipping...
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What does Kevin Warsh's confirmation hearing mean for the US economy?
President Donald Trump named Kevin Warsh as his choice for Federal Reserve chair earlier in the year, and he's set to have an impact on the US economy. Warsh's confirmation...
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Concerns raised as farmers running low on fuel amid shortage
Federated Farmers says farmers are experiencing fuel shortages, with some two to three weeks behind their normal fuel drops. The US and Iran have reached a two-week...
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Global uncertainties set to impact outlook for Kiwi farmers - report
New Zealand sheep and beef farmers are set to see strong returns for the 25/26 season, but there's global factors impacting the outlook. Concerns have been raised...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: What did Jacinda's latest testimony really tell us?
Jacinda Ardern is back in the news after transcripts of her behind-closed-doors testimony to the Royal Commission were published by the New Zealand Herald today. While...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 09 April 2026
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 9 April. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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The Huddle: Did the Royal Commission need to investigate Jacinda Ardern further?
Tonight on the Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Liam Hehir and artist and local Government politician Oscar Kightley joined in on a discussion about the...
