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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
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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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Major UK retailers to give job applicants interview questions beforehand
One of the UK's biggest retail groups has confirmed it plans to give job applicants their interview questions beforehand in an attempt to make the process fairer. John...
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Fran O'Sullivan: What can we expect from Winston Peters' foreign policy address?
All eyes will be on Foreign Minister Winston Peters ahead of his hotly-anticipated foreign policy speech. Peters is expected to deliver a notable, forward-looking...
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Barry Soper: There's a lot of obstacles ahead for the Education Minister
It's been a big day for the Education Minister, as she's released more education priorities - and promised extra incentive for teachers. The Government's hotly-anticipated...
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Anthony Albanese confronted, dubbed 'liar' at women's rally
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was heckled and dubbed a 'liar' at a weekend rally held outside Parliament House. Thousands of people attended the 'No...
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'We were aware': Medicines New Zealand CEO addresses Pharmac funding shortfall
Pharmac has received a funding boost - but the Government says it's to cover a 'fiscal cliff' left by Labour. Associate Health Minister David Seymour revealed the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday 29 April 2024, Associate Health Minister David Seymour tells Heather why an extra $1.7 billion...
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The Huddle: Should Victoria University have left the free speech event alone?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Infrastructure New Zealand CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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'Oh well': Minister Nicola Willis unfazed by underwhelming poll result
The Finance Minister has brushed off a tough new poll result for the coalition. The latest 1News Verian poll shows a two percent fall for National to have them on...
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Free Speech Union CEO hits out at postponement of 'controversial' Victoria University event
Wellington's Victoria University has hit pause on a controversial debate, after student backlash. A panel discussion around the role of universities in free speech...
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Kāinga Ora's 'slow' response under fire after antisocial tenants terrorise neighbour
Kāinga Ora has been fined $6,000 for being too slow to evict unruly tenants. Stuff reports Kāinga Ora was forced to pay a woman terrorised by neighbours and fellow...
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Cell phone ban: How did Kiwi students handle their first day?
Kiwi kids have endured their first day of no cell phones at school. Students can no longer use or access their phone at school under new Government legislation. Many...
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'Depends on the circumstances': Seymour outlines why Luxon can't easily sack ACT ministers
David Seymour says the Prime Minister would have a tougher job sacking a minister from ACT than from National. Luxon stood down Melissa Lee and Penny Simmonds from...
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Black Caps squad named for upcoming T20 cricket World Cup
The Black Caps squad for the T20 cricket World Cup in the West Indies and United States has been named. The 15-strong squad features just two players - Matt Henry...
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Police Minister stresses importance of youth military academies following Auckland robberies
The Police Minister says he's deeply concerned about the ages of robbers plundering Auckland jewellery stores. In the past two weeks, at least five aggravated robberies...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: Let's ignore the naysayers as the cellphone ban kicks in
As you know, today is the official first day of the ban on cell phones in schools. For most parents and teachers and kids it's actually not a particularly special...
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Kiwis are staying in paid work longer to transition into retirement
New Zealanders are staying in paid work longer in an effort to transition into retirement, according to a new study. The average age Kiwi’s are choosing to retire...
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Sports Huddle: Is Eden Park still fit for purpose?
Eden Park is reportedly set to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. The Sports Huddle discuss whether the stadium remains fit for purpose. Plus, are the Crusaders...
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Eden Park is reportedly set to win the battle of Auckland's stadiums
Eden Park is reportedly about to win the battle of Auckland’s stadiums. On Monday, a working committee will make a recommendation to Auckland Council on whether...
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Lab rats look for forever homes in unique program
A unique re-homing program has been set up for actual lab rats across New Zealand. The New Zealand Anti-Vivisection Society (NZAVS) are working with the scientific...
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The next steps following the overturn of Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein has had his 2020 rape conviction overturned. The New York Court of Appeal found that Weinstein did not receive a fair...
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After hours clinics around the country on verge of collapse
After hours clinics around the country are on the verge of collapse. New Official Information Act data shows that 24 practices and clinics had to reduce hours...
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Big weekend for Ministers ahead of Monday's Cabinet meeting
Ministers have a big weekend in store ahead of Monday’s Cabinet meeting, which will be one of the last major steps in signing off the 2024 budget. Newstalk ZB...
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Arguments heard over Donald Trump's immunity claims, Harvey Weinstein has conviction overturned and Madonna is sued by fans again
The Supreme Court has weighed whether former presidents are immune from prosecution and what exactly it means if they are. The answer will determine whether former...
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The Warriors third straight loss and Crusaders are bottom of the table ahead of Rebels clash
The Warriors have suffered their third loss in a row, losing at home to the Gold Coast Titans in yesterday’s ANZAC clash. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine tells Jack...
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A new player in the supermarket landscape
New Zealand is set for a new player in the supermarket landscape. Residents of Nawton, Hamilton will soon be walking through the doors of the biggest, independent...