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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Greenland rejects Trump's US hospital boat offer
US President Donald Trump recently took to Truth Social to offer to send a hospital boat over to Greenland - an offer Greenland's prime minister has criticised. Trump...
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'Positive, but cautious': Expert on the market's response to Trump tariffs
Donald Trump remains steadfast in his pursuit of sweeping global tariffs - slamming a US Supreme Court decision outlawing them as anti-American. The President's...
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'Pretty confident': Comvita returns to profit in half-year result
Comvita’s half-year result shows the company is seeing a noticeable financial turnaround. Its result for the six months ended December 31 had revenue up 18.3 percent...
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The Huddle: Did Chippy's address give us more or less faith in Labour?
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: You know what's ironic about Hipkins' State of the Nation speech?
Listening to Chris Hipkins' State of the Nation speech today, I found it really hard to take him seriously. The speech was mostly just a list of things wrong with...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 February 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 23 February, 2026, the Genesis chief executive tells us why the energy company needs nearly $200...
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Nicola Willis explains whether second Mt Victoria Tunnel really 'all go'
Still no clarity about whether Wellington's second Mt Victoria Tunnel will begin construction this year. National promised to begin work on the tunnel this term,...
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Local councillors seeing average pay increase by 57 percent
The Remuneration Authority says more responsibility attracts more pay. The Taxpayers' Union says Western Bay of Plenty District councillors are getting an average...
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Explained: Could Chris Greenacre permanently take over as Phoenix coach?
Chris Greenacre will take charge of the Wellington Phoenix for at least their next A-League fixture against Sydney FC. The club legend moves back into the interim...
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'Quite positive': Wellington councillor hopeful as Govt introduces move-on orders
The Government has introduced new measures to tackle the issues with rough sleepers, but it's prompted concerns from some critics. Under these changes, police would...
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Genesis set to speed up infrastructure projects following $200m boost
Genesis Energy says fresh Crown investment into the power generator will go towards building infrastructure. The Government's confirmed it will put up to $200 million...
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Barry Soper: Can Labour really live up to their affordability promise?
Labour's promising to be realistic as it shapes up election year ideas. Leader Chris Hipkins has delivered his State of the Nation address in Auckland at a Business...
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Opposition calling for tougher approach to bar 'ISIS brides' from Australia
A row's deepening about so-called 'ISIS brides' returning to Australia - with the Opposition pushing for a hardline approach. More than 30 Australian women and children...
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Chris Greenacre to fill in as Phoenix coach after Italiano resignation
Chris Greenacre will have every opportunity to secure the Wellington Phoenix head coaching gig full-time. The former 'Nix player will sidestep from his role at the...
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'Basic building blocks': Hipkins outlines what Labour can offer voters ahead of election
Chris Hipkins says he doesn't want to make promises he'll have to change - announcing no new policy in Labour's State of the Nation address today. He says policies...
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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...
