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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Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in the UK - report
The UK Government is planning a new law in England to stop anyone under the age of 16 buying energy drinks from supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, vending machines...
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NZX results season: Winners and losers revealed
A busy reporting season has concluded for the NZX-listed companies, with some doing better than others. A2 Milk stood out as a success story from this season, but...
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Explained: Why are homeowners concerned about the Government's building overhaul?
There are fears the Government’s proposal to change who is liable for shonky buildings risks leaving homeowners in the lurch. The Government is proposing to prevent...
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The Huddle: What can we learn from the Amazon saga?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from The Taxpayers' Union 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: Does Amazon want to play us for fools?
Now, we need to talk about that Amazon announcement yesterday. These guys have taken us for fools in this country. They've looked at us in New Zealand and they've...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 03 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 3 September 2025, we've chosen a shipyard to build our new Interislander ferries - but Ferry...
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'We're committed to the targets': Climate Change Minister says National committed to Paris Accord
Questions have been raised over New Zealand's future in the Paris Accord, with National holding steady in support for the agreement. Yesterday, ACT's David Seymour...
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Revealed: What was in the secret NZR report Shane Christie wanted released?
Before he died, rugby star Shane Christie sent a secret NZ Rugby report to the NZ Herald, claiming its findings needed to be released to keep future rugby players...
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Nitrous oxide canisters spotted in Manurewa spark concern among residents
An Auckland local board chair is concerned children are using large nitrous oxide canisters. The gas is sold legally for whipped cream use, but can also be used...
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Australian senator says deporting Thomas Sewell won't solve wider issue
An Australian politician says a New Zealand-born neo-Nazi leader shouldn't be deported here, despite a nearly 60,000 strong petition. National Socialist Network...
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Govt reveals shipyard chosen for new Cook Strait ferries
Those in charge of buying our new Interislander ferries are confident a good deal has been reached. The yet-to-be-named preferred supplier has signed a letter of...
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Barry Soper: Why weren't any current NZ leaders invited to the Chinese military parade?
China's showed off its newest weapons in a major military parade in Beijing marking the end of World War Two. President Xi Jinping oversaw the event in Tiananmen...
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Donald Trump addresses spotlight absence, death rumours
Donald Trump says reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated. The US President addressed media in the White House after his recent absence from the spotlight...
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T20 Black Clash: Big names sign on for 2026 event
Former Australian cricketer Mike Hussey has defended his decision to join Team Rugby for next January's T20 Black Clash in Tauranga. The man known as 'Mr Cricket'...
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Explained: Why did Putin, Kim make an appearance at China military parade?
A global affairs expert says there was a clear difference in the guest list at China's military parade today, compared with previous years. Kim Jong Un and Vladimir...
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Reeves sidelined as PM Starmer brings in new economic team
There's been some reshuffling in Prime Minister Keir Starmer's team, and it's got experts speculating what it means for Rachel Reeves. With Labour losing favour...
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Explained: What do positive trade figures mean for the economy?
Stats NZ came out with the latest trade data for New Zealand - and the results show good news for exporters. Exports were up 9.9 percent in the year to June and...
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'Interesting': The Country's Jamie Mackay agrees Paris Agreement needs reform
The ACT leader wants New Zealand out of the Paris Agreement, unless we get a better deal. New Zealand signed up in 2016 - and the previous Government later passed...
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The Huddle: What do we make of Piotr Szczerek's apology following cap-snatching incident?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and former Labour Minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! ACT...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 02 September 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 2 September 2025, ACT leader David Seymour explains why he wants to pull out of the Paris Agreement...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: We need to think critically about the future of the Paris Agreement
Finally, we have a serious party who has spent time thinking about it - and is now seriously suggesting that New Zealand should pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement. Now,...
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Amazon Web Services expert confirms $7.5b investment will bring more jobs
There's hopes the promised 1,000 new jobs created from Amazon's locally based data centres will go to Kiwis. The tech giant's investing $7.5 billion into the Auckland-based...
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'Clear message': Justice Minister responds to fresh concerns over gang patch ban
Changes could be in store for gang legislation after a judge handed back a patch to a Mongrel Mob member. Police were ordered to return the patch after its owner...
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Interest in NZ real estate soars after Govt loosens foreign buyers ban
A luxury real estate agent says there's huge interest only in two areas of New Zealand, with the Government's planned loosening of the foreign buyers ban. By next...
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City to Sea Bridge: Wellington City Councillor voices disapproval with possible demolition
A defence of Wellington's City to Sea Bridge as it faces demolition. Work to demolish the earthquake prone bridge could start this week after the High Court tossed...
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'Watch this space': ACT's David Seymour hopes to get National on board with leaving Paris Agreement
There's hopes from David Seymour that he can convince National to get on board with ditching climate change targets. The ACT leader wants New Zealand to leave the...
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Barry Soper: Will New Zealand stay in the Paris Accord?
There's been plenty of debate about New Zealand's future in the Paris Agreement, following some comments made by David Seymour. The ACT leader wants New Zealand to...
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Porepunkah manhunt: Police believe Freeman getting help as search enters 8th day
Police believe Dezi Freeman is receiving additional help as the surge for the alleged gunman continues on. Freeman is accused of shooting Detective Leading Senior...
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All Blacks v Springboks: Kyle Preston seeks treatment for ankle injury
Could the All Blacks halfback curse have claimed another victim? Uncapped Wellington and Crusaders number nine Kyle Preston sought treatment for an ankle injury...
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Advisory group calls for university entrance requirements to be changed in new report
The Government's decided against making university entrance harder in its tertiary education shake-up. Universities Minister Shane Reti recently announced a package...
