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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Federated Farmers voices concerns as Government looks to modify FBT
Federated Farmers is calling on Revenue Minister Simon Watts to rule out new changes to the Fringe Benefit tax that would impact utes. The IRD has proposed major...
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New data reveals where NZ universities rank internationally
One expert has offered a positive view on Kiwi university ratings. Four of our institutions have improved their standing in the prestigious QS World University Rankings. Auckland...
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'Caught off guard': Expert reacts after NZ pauses funding to Cook Islands
There's claims the Cook Islands were left in the dark over New Zealand pausing funding. Foreign Minister Winston Peters says a $20-million-dollar pot of development...
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Economist warns of less market optimism after GDP figures unveiled
Kiwibank's chief economist says GDP figures released today show good momentum - but the next report isn't looking as good. Stats NZ says our gross domestic product...
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Jason Walls: Did Winston Peters get sick of waiting?
The Foreign Minister's pushing back on suggestions our geopolitical stoush with the Cook Islands will impact our relationship with China. Winston Peters this morning...
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Erin Patterson mushroom trial: Defence wraps up case
After weeks and weeks of hearings, Erin Patterson's deadly mushroom trial is nearing its end. The 50-year-old is accused of intentionally serving a poisonous mushroom...
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Super Rugby final: Piney unveils predictions ahead of match
The Chiefs and Crusaders are set to face off this coming Saturday in the Super Rugby Pacific final. The event sold out Christchurch’s Apollo Projects Stadium and...
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'A long time coming': Psychiatrist Cameron Lacey on getting approval to prescribe 'magic mushrooms'
One single psychiatrist has been approved to prescribe psilocybin or 'magic mushrooms' for treatment-resistant depression. That psychiatrist is Professor Cameron...
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23andMe fined millions by UK watchdog over data breach
Genetic testing giant 23andMe is being fined millions of pounds by the UK's privacy watchdog following a high-profile data breach. The breach saw the personal information...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Was Nicola Willis grilled about Neil Quigley?
The Finance Minister's revealed top-level legal advice was sought over the Reserve Bank's battle with Treasury for funding. The bank received less money than it...
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Explained: How are markets reacting to the Israel-Iran conflict?
The conflict between Israel and Iran is continuing on - and it's sparked concerns among investors. US President Donald Trump has demanded Iran's unconditional surrender,...
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The Huddle: Do we agree with the Government scrapping the census?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following...
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Consumer confidence perks up - but levels remain weak
New data shows consumer confidence has gone up - but overall levels show people are feeling more pessimistic than optimistic about the economy. The Westpac McDermott...
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IRD data reveals $45 million worth of undeclared tax in horticulture industry
The Inland Revenue Department has unveiled the horticulture sector hasn't paid their fair share of taxes. Over the last 10 months, the IRD has found $45 million...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 18 June 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 18 June 2025, you'll never have to fill out another census form! The Statistics Minister explains...
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New Plymouth mayor supports Chris Bishop's bid to override local councils
New Plymouth's mayor is backing Government changes to take away power from local authorities. Housing Minister Chris Bishop says new regulation in the Resource...
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Expert warns Trump's Iran deliberations could alienate supporters
To strike or not to strike. The US President has had talks with officials on joining Israel's attacks on Iranian nuclear sites. Since the initial attack on Friday,...
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'Don't bring them': Crusaders CEO explains Super Rugby Pacific final cowbell ban
The Crusaders are hoping Chiefs fans will come check out the action at this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch - but they've suggested leaving the...
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Census changes: Minister Shane Reti says annual survey will collect 'essential' data
The Statistics Minister says his agency is well up to transforming how the Census is done in New Zealand, despite previous short-comings. The five-yearly census...
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Thomas Coughlan: What are Luxon's political goals for China visit?
The Prime Minister is pushing for diplomacy and trade in China - as he visits with ministers and senior business leaders. Discussions will be held on boosting education...
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Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as conflict continues
The US is making veiled threats towards Iran - and demanding the country's unconditional surrender. Donald Trump is back in the White House after leaving the G7...
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Explained: Why are cowbells banned at the Super Rugby Pacific final?
The Crusaders don’t want Chiefs fans to bring cowbells to the Super Rugby Pacific final in Christchurch on Saturday. The final is set up as the perfect crescendo...
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'We've gotten a lot of feedback': ACT's David Seymour reveals why melatonin, psilocybin changes were made
Changes to allow over the counter sales of sleep drug melatonin in New Zealand - alongside relaxing rules on magic mushrooms as medicine. MedSafe's approved melatonin...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Scrapping the census was long overdue
You know what I’m not going to miss? The census. If there anything that showed how bad Governments can be at embracing technology, it was the census. At a time when...
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Trump, Starmer unveil new US-UK trade deal
Keir Starmer and Donald Trump today signed off a UK-US trade deal at the G7 summit in Canada. The two leaders then presented the deal, revealing that the UK aerospace...
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Farmer confidence remans at near-record high, survey shows
Farmer confidence remains at a near-record high, according to the latest Rabobank Rural Confidence Survey. Farmer confidence in the broader agri-economy was unchanged...
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Food prices up by 4.4 percent - highest since 2023
Food prices increased 4.4 percent in the 12 months to May 2025, following a 3.7 percent increase in the 12 months to April 2025, according to figures released by...
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The Huddle: Do we need to rethink heritage?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Ali Jones from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issue of the day - and more! Minister...
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Expert warns China has lost trust in NZ as a trading partner
One expert has warned China has lost trust in New Zealand as a trading partner - and it could impact the current FTA. Prime Minister Chris Luxon is leading a trade...
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'Arbitrary': Legal expert raises questions over Employment Relations Act amendment
The Government has unveiled new changes for Employment Relations Act aimed at improving labour market flexibility - but it's raised some concerns. One of the proposed...
