Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
4pm-7pm Weekdays
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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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
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 29 April. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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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...
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Fuel crisis: Govt looks to loosen trucking and freight rules amid ongoing conflict
A truck-drivers advocate says relaxing freight restrictions will have very little impact on infrastructure. The Government's planning to increase truck load limits...
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Barry Soper: What's the fallout from the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting?
The suspect of the shooting outside the White House Correspondents' Dinner, has been charged with the attempted assassination of the US President. 31-year-old California...
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Opposition unveils $800m plan to address Australian fuel crisis
Over in Australia, the opposition has called on the federal Government to double minimum fuel reserves and boost storage capacity amid the ongoing fuel crisis. This...
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Chris Greenacre to take over as Wellington Phoenix head coach
Chris Greenacre insists the length of contract was no issue in him agreeing to take charge of the Phoenix men in football's A-League next season. The former striker...
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'A huge honour': Geoff Allott on his new role as NZ Cricket CEO
Former Black Cap Geoff Allott has been appointed New Zealand Cricket's new CEO. The ex-fast bowler-turned-administrator served as NZC's general manager of cricket...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Why has the Government pulled SailGP's funding?
I’ve tried very hard to understand the Government’s decision to essentially cancel SailGP in Auckland next year and I just can’t. I cannot understand what has gone...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: 'You can’t hate what Jacinda did and then love what Chris Luxon has done'
Good on Chris Luxon for ditching his regular spot on Breakfast. That’s from Tina. I disagree with Tina. I don’t think Chris Luxon should have given up on Breakfast...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 April 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 24 April, 2026, National Cabinet minister Simeon Brown gives us details about the complaint he's...
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US Correspondent on war-induced fuel crisis and the rise of 'no-contact'
US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to chat about the latest in the fuel crisis and Iran war. They also discussed the rise of going...
