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*.
Subscribe to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Podcast
-
Madeleine McCann: Prime suspect refuses police interview
The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has refused to be interviewed by Scotland Yard detectives before his release. Christian Brueckner, a convicted...
-
Latest data reveals NZ economy still shrinking - report
New data suggests New Zealand's economic turmoil is far from over. New economic data from Stats NZ prompted BNZ to increase its estimate of the size of the contraction...
-
Spark and One NZ launch realtime mobile outage service
A new service has been launched that's designed to show mobile network outages in real time. The service builds on the Hourua partnership between Spark and One NZ,...
-
'Disruptive': Nicola Willis voices concerns with protesters chained outside her electorate office
Nicola Willis has responded to protesters chained to the outside of her Johnsonville electorate office. The group of Christian leaders want an urgent timeline from...
-
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The All Blacks may have picked the wrong captain
Are we sure that Scott Barrett should be the captain? This is the thing that I've been thinking about for the last two weeks watching the games, it's what struck...
-
The Huddle: Do we need the Eden Park investigation?
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...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 15 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 15 September 2025, Health NZ is backtracking its 24/7 visitor policy after a huge backlash. Al...
-
Tourism Minister confirms public will be consulted as Govt looks into bringing more events in
More events across the board could be coming to Auckland's Eden Park. RMA Minister Chris Bishop will lead an investigation into local rules impacting the number...
-
'We want to see them act': Christian leaders call for urgent action from Govt on Gaza
A group of Christian leaders who have chained themselves to Nicola Willis' Johnsonville electorate office are vowing to stay there overnight. They want an urgent...
-
NZNO voices relief as Health NZ reviews hospital visiting hours expansion after feedback
Relief from the nurses union over Health New Zealand's decision to review a hospital visitor hours expansion. The agency was intending to introduce a policy allowing...
-
Barry Soper: Can the Government bring more events to NZ?
The Government's running its eyes over rules for big events at Eden Park - hoping to attract more money to Auckland. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says the Government...
-
Australian Government pledges to spend $12 billion on expanding AUKUS
The Australian Government is set to pour $12 billion into a submarine and naval shipbuilding facility in Western Australia in a bid to speed up the delivery of AUKUS. The...
-
'What happened?': Speculation grows following All Blacks loss to Springboks
Kiwi rugby fans are speculating about what's changed after the All Blacks got trounced in their second test against South Africa. The 43-10 result in Wellington...
-
Flamingo co-founder blames 'lack of regulation' on e-scooter accidents
ACC claims for e-scooter injuries have almost doubled since 2020, with the number expected to continue increasing. They cost taxpayers almost $14.5 million in 2024...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 12 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 12 September 2025, the big protest across the Harbour Bridge in Auckland has been called off...
-
Perspective with Heather duPlessis-Allan: The police did the right thing by agreeing to the bridge march
Weather aside, I actually think police did do the right thing saying yes to that march taking place across the harbour Bridge, which will now not take place tomorrow...
-
Who are the contenders fighting to be the next Prime Minister of Japan?
Following the resignation of former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, candidates have begun stepping forward to take his place. In the running is Shinjirō...
-
Former Springbok on South Africa’s odds against the All Blacks in Wellington
The second All Blacks Springboks game tomorrow night's happening in Wellington. The All Blacks have made 6 changes to the starting side after their 24-17 win last...
-
The Huddle: Can the All Blacks make it a 2 for 2 over the Springboks?
Tonight on the Huddle: Rugby commentator Jeff McTainsh and sports journalist Nikki Styris join Heather duPlessis-Allan to discuss the latest sports news. Can the...
-
Wellington gold prospecting operation will use 'non-destructive' methods
A Wellington company wants to prospect for gold near a nature reserve. A local family has applied for permits to explore for gold and other minerals directly next...
-
PPTA President discusses upcoming strikes after pay rise rejected
The Public Service Commissioner says teachers are putting themselves ahead of students as they again vote to strike. Brian Roche says the pay offer to teachers...
-
Auckland harbour bridge protest moved due to weather
Police say protest organisers made the right call, by postponing tomorrow's Auckland Harbour Bridge protest due to weather. Southbound lanes were to close to accommodate...
-
Pacific Islands Forum: Cook Island's standoff remains unresolved
The Pacific Islands Forum wraps up in Honiara - and the standoff with the Cook Islands remains unresolved. Barry Soper told Heather duPlessis-Allan that the block between...
-
Charlie Kirk's death causes knock on effects for US
The killing of US conservative activist Charlie Kirk is causing deep divide. He was shot while speaking at an event at a Utah University and later died in hospital. US...
-
Police intervene to allow Auckland Harbour Bridge march
Frustration over claims police overruled the Transport Agency by allowing tomorrow's pro-Palestine march to take place on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Tens of thousands...
-
Growing calls for UK ambassador Peter Mandelson to be sacked over Epstein links
British Labour MPs are breaking ranks to call for Lord Peter Mandelson to be sacked over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Sir Keir Starmer is facing growing pressure...
-
Explained: Why are more global retail giants moving into NZ?
Over the last few years, more international retail giants have moved to establish themselves in New Zealand. Costco opened its first store in West Auckland a couple...
-
More foresters voicing regret over carbon farming
Some foresters are starting to regret rushing into carbon credit farming, according to new reports from the Forestry Owners Association. Chief executive Dr. Elizabeth...
-
The Huddle: Does Stuart Nash have a real future within New Zealand First?
Tonight on The Huddle, Infrastructure NZ chief executive Nick Leggett and CTU economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
-
New Plymouth mayor weighs in on ACT's policies for local elections
The ACT Party is looking to roll out some new policies as the local elections draw closer. One key proposal involves scrapping voting rights for unelected council...
