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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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 20 February 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 20 February, 2026, a royal expert tells us why Andrew's arrest is the biggest scandal in the...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's too early to predict the fate of the royals
Let’s not beat around the bush: the biggest news in the world is the arrest of Andrew, the King’s brother. It’s huge, not least because the last time a royal was...
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"It needs regulation": Government backtracks on banning card surcharges
A new poll suggests the public's on board with the Government's proposed ban on card surcharges, just as the proposed law has been put on hold. The Government announced...
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'Quite contentious': Linguistics professor discusses bill to make English an official language
A bill has been introduced to make English an official language of New Zealand. Despite being the country's most-spoken language, it is not an official language...
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'There's reasons': Survey finds most cops have considered quitting in the past year
Fifty seven per cent of cops have considered quitting in the last year. That's according to a new Police Association survey, which asked 6000 officers. Key concerns...
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'Watershed moment': Royal Commentator discusses arrest of former prince Andrew
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest is being dubbed the biggest scandal in modern royal history. The King's brother was arrested on suspicion of misconduct while...
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'Homicidal Dogs': Simon Watts pushes for punishment of dog owners
The Local Government Minister says people should have zero-tolerance for poor dog behaviour. 62-year-old, Mihiata Te Rore, was killed by three dogs on Tuesday,...
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BBC planning celebration week for Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday
The BBC has commissioned a slate of new shows and will be showcasing some of Sir David Attenborough’s most loved programmes to mark his 100th birthday. Sir David...
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Market volatility impacting tech sector - report
New reports indicate the tech sector is getting hid hard by a turbulent market, with many software companies taking a hit. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explained...
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Fonterra farmers vote to receive the tax free capital return from the Mainland sale
Confidence green pastures lie ahead for Fonterra, as the sale of brands like Anchor and Mainland nears completion. Almost 99 percent of shareholders voted today...
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The Huddle: Why do we think the Government had to back down on Auckland housing?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Labour MP Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Chris Bishop's housing u-turn is basic common sense
Well, finally Chris Bishop has done the right thing and made the u-turn on the two million new houses he had planned for Auckland. It’s not altogether a surprise...
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Auckland Airport reporting higher profits and revenue
Auckland Airport says it's gaining momentum. It's reported a four percent increase in revenue in its half-yearly results. The airport says that lift in revenue...
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Wellington Council calls for more power to strip heritage listings
Wellington City Council wants local authorities to have more power to curb heritage listings when it comes to planning law reforms. The council’s submission asked...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 19 February 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 19 February, 2026, Chris Bishop on the Government's backdown on two million houses for Auckland. A...
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Grocery tourism: What's behind this unique travel trend?
There's a new travel trend that's taking the world by storm for 2026, and it's set to give local stores an extra boost. Over the last few months, 'grocery tourism'...
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'Major consequences': Expert issues warning as US looks to attack Iran
There's speculation that US President Donald Trump is about to launch a major bombing campaign against Iran. US aircraft have been moving towards the Middle East,...
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Housing Minister says modified housing plan more 'politically sustainable' for Auckland
Auckland's suburban, heritage, and green areas aren't guaranteed immunity from housing intensification. The Government has revised the city's housing capacity number...
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Barry Soper: Were Winston Peters' comments out of line?
Winston Peters has been accused of racism in Parliament by Labour and the Greens following his comments in Parliament yesterday. Peters singled out a Green MP for...
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Concerns raised over Pauline Hanson's 'no good Muslims' comments
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson sparked outrage in Australia over the suggestion that there are no 'good' Muslims and criticised the Government for 'bending over...
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Zoi Sadowski-Synnott clinches snowboard slopestyle silver medal
Zoi Sadowski-Synnott has earned a silver medal in the snowboard slopestyle at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, her fifth across three Games. She sat in fourth as the...
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Government loosens alcohol restrictions for local clubs
Less confusion over a drink at the local club, as options increase for serving alcohol. Currently, local sport clubs, RSAs and community clubs can only serve alcohol...
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UK police examining Epstein flight records in new probe
UK police are evaluating information regarding private flights linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Reports claim Epstein used London's Stansted Airport...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Why wasn't Anna Breman too fazed by the inflation?
The new Reserve Bank Governor is standing by the first OCR decision she's overseen - keeping the cash rate at 2.25 percent. Anna Breman said the Bank isn't happy...
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Explained: How did the market react to the Fletcher Building results?
An improving financial situation for one of our largest companies, Fletcher Building. It's announced half-year results, weeks after agreeing to sell off its construction...
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Spark posts 83 percent increase in net profit
Telecommunications company Spark's mobile and broadband businesses delivered some revenue growth over the first half, contributing to an 83 percent increase in net...
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The Huddle: Do we need tougher regulations for dogs, or owners?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Here's hoping this Reserve Bank Governor does a better job
We’ve had the first monetary policy decision from the new Reserve Bank Governor, and it’s not until you get a new captain at the helm that you realise just how little...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 18 February 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 18 February, 2026, we hear from the new Reserve Bank Governor on the first big call of her...
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'Inflation will fall': New RBNZ Governor on the OCR being left in place
The Reserve Bank says inflation's too high, but it's actually worried it could soon end up too low. It's kept the OCR unchanged at 2.25 percent. New Governor Anna...
