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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Calls to strip Andrew of titles following latest email scandal
There's growing calls to strip Prince Andrew of his royal titles after more incriminating emails surfaced. Andrew reportedly told convicted child sex offender Jeffrey...
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Revealed: How does Amazon plan to take over the grocery market?
Amazon has been scaling up its same-day grocery delivery services across cities all over the US. It's looking to expand to 2,300 US cities by the end of the year,...
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The Huddle: Should we be worried about where these new ferries are coming from?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Thomas Scrimgeour joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Former Prime...
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Govt cuts to emissions targets welcomed by farming community
The Government unveiled new emissions targets this week, and members of New Zealand's farming community have welcomed the move. 2050 methane targets were slashed...
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Sean Plunket pushes back as BSA claims jurisdiction over online comment
Broadcaster Sean Plunket isn't going down without a fight, as our broadcasting watchdog claims jurisdiction over his online-only company The Platform. The Broadcasting...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 16 October 2025, senior political correspondent Barry Soper and former Finance Minister Ruth...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will the BSA have to back down on this?
Listen, I don't know how much most people will care about the drama that's unfolding with the BSA. Obviously here in radio world, we do, because these people are...
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Concerns raised as Chinese military-linked yard to build new Cook Strait ferries
Concerns have been raised over the Government's new choice for a ferry-builder. Guangzhou Shipyard International will build and deliver two new Cook Strait ferries...
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GrabOne liquidation: Will businesses still honour vouchers?
There's no guarantee businesses will honour unredeemed vouchers from GrabOne, which has gone into liquidation. The online deals website won’t be issuing refunds...
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Gloriavale leaver opens up on 'discipline' techniques amid ongoing investigation
A Gloriavale leaver is recalling the confronting impact of child discipline practices used in the sect. Police have issued two formal warnings to the community...
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'Legacy of financial restraint': Ruth Richardson pays tribute to Jim Bolger
Jim Bolger's first Finance Minister says the former Prime Minister - who died yesterday aged 90 - sometimes sold himself short. Bolger served as an MP from 1972...
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Barry Soper: My tribute to Jim Bolger
A flurry of tributes from current and former politicians for former Prime Minister, Jim Bolger, who died yesterday. The 90-year-old died peacefully, surrounded by...
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Australia's unemployment rate jumps to 4.5 percent
Australia's unemployment rate jumped to 4.5 percent in September - up from 4.3 percent in August, according to new reports. This is the highest seasonally adjusted...
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Former league star voices disapproval as players threatened with ban over R360
League great Billy Slater reckons the 10 year bans for players who defect to the rebel R360 rugby competition are a bit extreme. ARL Commission chair Peter V'landys...
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Senior doctors' union voices disapproval with Simeon Brown's comments
The Health Minister has accused the senior doctors' union of crossing an 'ethical line' at the expense of patients. Members of the Association of Salaried Medical...
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Margaret Thatcher reportedly had two affairs, new book claims
A new book, The Incidental Feminist, has claimed former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher reportedly had two affairs. Thatcher, who held the role from 1979 to...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: RBNZ modelling finds Covid-era money printing didn't cause inflation to spike
The Reserve Bank recently disputed the idea that Covid-era money printing programme caused sky-high inflation, which cost the Government billions. Staff at the bank...
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Revealed: How could the US Government shutdown impact the market?
The ongoing US Government shutdown is set to have wide-reaching effects, with economists raising concerns over the impacts. Missed pay cheques and the absence of...
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The Huddle: Should we be worried about the Māori Party's future?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are we surprised by these allegations we've heard about the Māori Party?
Listen, go on and tell me that any of the allegations that we've heard about the Māori Party in the last 36 hours surprise you. Does it shock you in any way to find...
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Spark set to block AI-generated child sexual abuse material
Spark's becoming the first New Zealand telco to block all child sexual abuse images made with artificial intelligence. It already stops access to photo-realistic...
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'Unfair': AUSA president weighs in after review labels fees-free uni 'deadweight' policy
There's growing calls to evaluate the future of fees-free university after a recent review labelled the policy 'deadweight'. The policy was originally introduced...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 15 October 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 15 October 2025, shocking video footage from Gaza shows Hamas publicly executing a number...
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Hospitality NZ welcomes Govt review into sector rules
Hospitality New Zealand is throwing its support behind a Government inspection of sector rules. Its wide-ranging review will investigate rules for everything from...
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First calves of new dairy-beef crossbreed cattle launching in Taupō
Mooove over dairy and beef cows, for a new hybrid breed on the block. Pāmu and Livestock Improvement Corporation have created a new cattle breed - called the Synegizer. About...
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Gaza ceasefire outlook shaky as Hamas 'not interested' in disarming - expert
The ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas holds - but looks shaky, with eight of the 28 dead Israeli hostages returned. Israel is reportedly reopening the Rafah...
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Barry Soper: Is Luxon at real risk of being rolled?
Recent polls show Prime Minister Chris Luxon's popularity has taken a nosedive, prompting speculation about his future in the National Party. With the election set...
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Trump urging Hamas to disarm as ceasefire deal gets underway
Donald Trump's warning Hamas will have their weapons taken off them - even if it falls to him to make it happen. Talks are underway in Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh on...
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Grace Nweke stands by her support for Dame Noeline Taurua
Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke has stood by her support for embattled coach Dame Noeline Taurua. As the Ferns gear up for the Constellation Cup, Grace Nweke reiterated...
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AA calls for higher road fines to bring down dangerous driving
The AA is calling for an overhaul of driving fines. It says fines haven't been adjusted for inflation since 1999 and no longer represent a big enough deterrent. AA...
