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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Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie left out of royal family's traditional Easter service
The BBC has reported that Beatrice and Eugenie, the daughters of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson, won't be at the royal family's traditional Easter...
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Middle East conflict: Crisis likely to drive up inflation on both sides of the Tasman
The Middle East conflict continues on for another week, and it's led to economic forecasters revising their predictions for recovery. Significant cuts to growth,...
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Explained: Why are power prices going up from tomorrow?
Power bills are set to go up from tomorrow, from as high as 5 to 10 percent. Electricity lines charges are set to go up, following an earlier Commerce Commission...
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Farmers, MPs and experts gather for 2026 Federated Farmers High Country Field Day
The Federated Farmers High Country Field Day recently took place at Glenaray station in the Waikaia Valley. Over 280 visitors visited various sites across the farm...
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The Huddle: What does the David Tamihere case say about NZ's justice system?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and former Auckland mayor Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 31 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 31 March, 2026, New Zealand Herald senior reporter David Fisher says he's amazed it took so...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: There's more at stake here than Tamihere’s guilt or innocence
So David Tamihere has finally got what he’s been fighting for for decades. The Supreme Court has quashed his convictions for murdering the two Swedish backpackers...
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'Structural issues': Private investigator says Tamihere case sign of bigger issues
The Supreme Court today confirmed it would quash David Tamihere's double murder convictions after his trial was ruled 'unfair'. He was found guilty in 1990 of killing...
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Australian vaping study: Former WHO expert raises questions over cancer claims
There's concerns an on-the-fence smoker may not switch to vaping, after an Australian study suggested it causes cancer. The new research from New South Wales University...
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'Toss of the coin': Will David Tamihere have to face a retrial?
The Supreme Court says it is up to the Crown if it wants a retrial of David Tamihere, whose murder convictions were quashed today. Tamihere was found guilty in 1990...
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Minister Chris Bishop defends Govt move to scale down Auckland housing plan
The Housing Minister says Cabinet's agreement to reduce Auckland's minimum housing capacity for a second time puts the issue to bed. The Government announced...
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Barry Soper: What sort of compensation could David Tamihere get?
The Supreme Court's quashed David Tamihere's double murder convictions, 37 years after two Swedish tourists disappeared. Open Justice reports Tamihere was found...
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Australian Government halves fuel excise for three months
As the conflict in the Middle East continues, the Australian Government has moved to decrease their fuel excise tax. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced...
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'Historic': All Whites beat out Chile at Eden Park
The All Whites have delivered an appetiser of their capability as they prepare for football's World Cup in North America during June and July. A tepid 2-nil loss...
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'Distorted': Iranian ambassador to NZ addresses Trump's claims about the regime
Iran's ambassador to New Zealand has suggested regime change is not at all close in his country. The US President's threatening to destroy Iran's energy infrastructure...
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Three arrested in France following failed bomb attack
Three people have been arrested in connection with a suspected foiled bomb attack outside the Bank of America's headquarters in Paris. An initial suspect was detained...
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Explained: What's the new plan for KiwiSaver?
KiwiSaver is undergoing some reforms, and former Mercury head Fraser Whineray is hoping to make it more competitive with Australia. The new changes are set to kick...
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Oil prices on track for record monthly surge as Iran conflict continues
The Brent crude oil price is on track for a record surge as the conflict in the Middle East continues. Oil prices have been climbing all month as a result of the...
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Middle East conflict: Nicola Willis explains strategies for fuel security
The Government's looking at ways to keep hold of even more fuel than legally required. Fuel stocks have risen as of last Wednesday, with 27.9 days of petrol, 21.7...
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'Really exciting': Ledley King on Tottenham Hotspur facing off against Auckland FC
A fixture between Tottenham and Auckland FC has offered former Spurs defender Ledley King the chance to finally come to New Zealand. The two sides will play a match...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 30 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 30 March, 2026, we ask a defence expert if a US ground invasion risks prolonging the war in Iran. We...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Consider the LNG terminal idea killed
Geez, that old LNG terminal idea didn’t last long, did it? Seven weeks - that’s it. From the moment it was announced on February 9 to the first knife stuck in it...
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The Huddle: Is the LNG terminal dead?
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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Street artists calling for clearer rules after graffiti tagger charged
Street artists are calling for clearer rules around their craft, after one prominent artist was charged. Wellington Central MP Tamatha Paul has voiced support for...
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Dezi Freeman death: Shooting likely to trigger conspiracies, expert warns
A sovereign citizens expert believes the death of Aussie fugitive Dezi Freeman will be seen as evidence of corruption. The 56-year-old's believed to have been killed...
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Barry Soper: The Government's taking initiative on the fuel crisis
The Government wants to keep more fuel in New Zealand as the Middle East conflict threatens supply chains. Fuel stock levels have risen as of last Wednesday, with...
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'Leverage': Expert unpacks implications of Trump's Iran threats
A defence expert says a US ground invasion into Iran would be high risk and may not achieve its stated goals. Donald Trump has told the Financial Times he's considering...
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Cop killer Dezi Freeman shot after police manhunt
Victoria's Police Commissioner is calling the hunt for Dezi Freeman the biggest in Australian history, crediting New Zealand for its assistance. Local media's reporting...
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Warriors reflecting on 32-14 loss to Tigers
Warriors co-captain James Fisher-Harris admits some honest reflection is required after a mauling at Mt Smart Stadium in league's NRL. After three straight wins...
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Educators push for tougher consequences as secondary students ignore phone ban
A push for tougher consequences, as concerns grow over compliance with the Government’s school cellphone ban. The Ministry of Education says only about half of secondary...
