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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'Lack of communication': Helen Clark weighs in on coalition disagreements between National, NZ First
Helen Clark reckons political polling's behind disagreements in the coalition. Winston Peters' office released emails showing Prime Minister Chris Luxon was advised...
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Barry Soper: What could the Maiki Sherman suspension mean for regulations on reporters?
TVNZ's Maiki Sherman's had her access to Parliament suspended for five days, after an altercation with an MP. The decision comes after National complained to TVNZ,...
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Interim report released by Royal Commission into deadly Bondi shooting
An interim report from the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has made some recommendations in order to strengthen strengthen counterterrorism...
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Saudi Arabia to pull funding from LIV Golf
LIV Golf's future could finally come to a head overnight. The Wall Street Journal report that LIV will tell players in the coming hours that Saudi Arabia's Public...
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Community meeting on Mt Maunganui's future set to take place
Hopes some relief for businesses will be on the cards in a public meeting to discuss the future of Mount Maunganui this evening. Mauao has been closed to the public...
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King Charles defends NATO, urges Ukraine support in US address
King Charles reiterated the importance of NATO and other alliances with the US in a 'contested world' as part of his toast at a White House state banquet. Charles’s...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Will the weather disasters lead to our insurance premiums going up?
The recent burst of bad weather and growing concerns about inflation have prompted Kiwis to worry about their insurance premiums going up. Insurance premiums have...
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Stock market picks up in April, despite Iran conflict
Following the market downturn in March as a result of the Iran conflict , things appear to be more hopeful towards the end of April. The ceasefire caused a significant...
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The Huddle: What do we think of TVNZ's conduct in the Maiki Sherman saga?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: TVNZ crossed a line with their handling of Maiki Sherman
From the commentary I’m seeing online, it’s clear there is a perception that no one reported on the Maiki Sherman revelation because the media were protecting one...
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ACT's Simon Court voices concerns as Ngāi Tahu calls for Otago gold mine to be scrapped
Concerns have been raised by iwi Ngāi Tahu over the Central Otago gold mine proposed by Santana Minerals. At a hearing of the Fast-track expert panel in Dunedin...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, we talk to a Middle East analyst about whether the UAE pulling out of OPEC...
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'I was never told': Woman who almost lost her home on liquidator mix-up incident
A Palmerston North woman almost lost her house when a liquidator mistook her for someone else. The woman, 29-year-old army medic Kim Dwyer, was mixed-up with an...
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'Not a good look': Expert raises concerns with TVNZ's handling of alleged Maiki Sherman incident
Questions have been raised over the media's handling of an incident concerning TVNZ's political editor, Maiki Sherman. Reports have emerged that TVNZ threatened...
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'Common sense': NZ Drug Foundation on the Government's planned crackdown on nangs
The Government's crackdown on the misuse of nitrous oxide appears to target the areas of most harm. The gas is increasingly becoming a health risk - particularly...
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United Arab Emirates to leave oil cartel OPEC
The UAE's exit from OPEC will deliver a painful blow to the oil cartel and its de-facto leader. The Gulf State is walking away from the group after nearly six decades...
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Barry Soper: The gloves are off ahead of the election
Nicola Willis has taken aim at Shane Jones' 'butter chicken tsunami' comments today, following the Government signing the NZ-India trade deal. NZ First has criticised...
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King Charles highlights US-UK bond in White House address
King Charles has highlighted the special relationship between the UK and the US, while speaking at the White House State Dinner. He also addressed Congress this...
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Crusaders gearing up for Wellington clash against Hurricanes
Coach Rob Penney is hopeful the Crusaders will harness the energy of a stunning Super Round for Friday's blockbuster showdown against the Hurricanes in Wellington. Penney...
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NZ Initiative calls for trades to be phased in as part of secondary learning overhaul
Scrapping NCEA is seen as a chance to highlight the importance of the trades. A New Zealand Initiative report argues replacing the main secondary school qualification...
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King Charles and Queen Camilla begin US visit with Trump
King Charles and Queen Camilla spent the day with the Trumps at the White House, beginning their four-day US state visit. The royal visit follows the weekend shooting...
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The outliers: Australia and NZ only nations set to lift rates amid ongoing fuel crisis
While most of the world will hold interest rates and wait out the energy shock, Australia and New Zealand are set to lift their rates up. Both nations are looking...
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Explained: What does the India FTA mean for Kiwi farmers?
New Zealand and India have signed a landmark FTA - which is set to slash tariffs on Kiwi exports to India. The agreement will now be examined by Parliament’s Foreign...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's strange where people's minds went on the Donald Trump assassination attempt
I’ll tell you what I found most surprising about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump at the weekend: the number of people who do not believe it really happened...
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The Huddle: Do we believe the Trump conspiracies?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 28 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 28 April, 2026, the BusinessDesk's Dileepa Fonseka outlines the detail from the Free Trade Agreement...
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'Reduce the cost': Nicola Willis says plans in place to manage risks amid fuel crisis
The Government says there will be downsides to loosening restrictions on heavy vehicles. Trucking lobby group Transporting New Zealand is calling for weight restrictions...
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Proposed Auckland 'comfort women' statue shut down
A controversial statue in Auckland honouring women forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese Army during World War II won't go ahead. The Devonport-Takapuna Board...
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NZ-India FTA: Which sectors stand to benefit?
One expert has noticed there doesn't appear to be any significant surprises in New Zealand's new trade agreement with India. The agreement was signed in New Delhi...
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Disney Plus to expand ESPN offerings for Kiwi audiences
The popularity of American sports could keep growing here - as streaming giants compete for viewers. Disney Plus is pushing its ESPN sports offering across Australasia...
