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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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King Charles reportedly 'too busy' for Prince Harry ahead of planned UK visit
Prince Harry is set to visit the UK for the Invictus Games's 10-year anniversary - but he won't be meeting with his father. Reports suggest King Charles' diary is...
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Business confidence plummets in ANZ's April survey
The latest ANZ Business Outlook survey shows confidence is declining. Business confidence dropped 8 points to +15 in April, expected own activity fell 9 points to...
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Australian financial markets bracing for potential rate hikes
Australian financial markets appear to be bracing themselves for bad news. They've made a sudden shift from pricing in rate cuts to pricing in potential rate hikes,...
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Australian farmers hit hard by droughts
Australia's farmers have been struggling under ongoing droughts and low rainfall. The unfavourable weather conditions have led to farmers de-stocking or selling...
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Barry Soper: Don't expect MP pay rises to be perceived well
A newly-released report from the entity tasked with setting MPs' pay has recommended multiple pay rises over the coming three years. The Remuneration Authority's...
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NSW teen stabs 10-year-old sister to death
A 17-year-old girl has shocked NSW authorities by stabbing her younger sister to death. Emergency services were called to a Boolaroo address to address a stabbing...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 30 April 2024, the Prime Minister and all MPs are in for a significant pay rise. Remuneration...
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NZBA to roll out 'confirmation of payee' service for online banking
New anti-scam measures are on the way for online banking. The New Zealand Banking Association has today announced our banks will roll out a 'confirmation of payee'...
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The Huddle: Do we need to keep funding the Christchurch Call?
Tonight on The Huddle, Kaine Thompson and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Do...
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'We weren't encouraged to criticise': Internet Governance Project backs out of Christchurch Call
Newstalk ZB can reveal allegations the Christchurch Call has silenced members of its Advisory Network - and pressured them to not release critical reports of member...
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Former All Black hopeful about 'power of sport' as Qatar makes rugby bid
Rugby could be headed to the Middle East for the new Nations Championship, according to new reports. Qatar has reportedly made a bid to host the three-day finals...
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Jetstar soars past Air New Zealand in terms of reliability, report reveals
Air New Zealand's reliability has fallen - and it's trailing Jetstar in figures for last month as it grapples with engine problems. Only 77 percent of its domestic...
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Remuneration Authority labels political pay increase 'fair' after six-year freeze
The Remuneration Authority says the Prime Minister's pay increase is fair. Chris Luxon's turned down the $50,000 salary boost over three years, and promises to donate...
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Qatar launches bid to host Nations Championship final
New Zealand Rugby has shouldered arms to reports Qatar has offered up more than a billion-and-a-half dollars to host the finals of rugby's new Nations Championship...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: The rugby bosses would be idiots to turn Qatar's offer down
Brace yourself, because it looks like we’re about to have another debate about whether sport should be taking money from Qatar. And this time, we’re probably going...
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New survey reveals 2 out of 3 employees have 'rage-applied' to new jobs
Two out of three job applicants have admitted to 'rage-applying' to new roles out of frustration with their employers, according to new research. A survey carried...
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Major UK retailers to give job applicants interview questions beforehand
One of the UK's biggest retail groups has confirmed it plans to give job applicants their interview questions beforehand in an attempt to make the process fairer. John...
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Fran O'Sullivan: What can we expect from Winston Peters' foreign policy address?
All eyes will be on Foreign Minister Winston Peters ahead of his hotly-anticipated foreign policy speech. Peters is expected to deliver a notable, forward-looking...
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Barry Soper: There's a lot of obstacles ahead for the Education Minister
It's been a big day for the Education Minister, as she's released more education priorities - and promised extra incentive for teachers. The Government's hotly-anticipated...
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Anthony Albanese confronted, dubbed 'liar' at women's rally
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was heckled and dubbed a 'liar' at a weekend rally held outside Parliament House. Thousands of people attended the 'No...
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'We were aware': Medicines New Zealand CEO addresses Pharmac funding shortfall
Pharmac has received a funding boost - but the Government says it's to cover a 'fiscal cliff' left by Labour. Associate Health Minister David Seymour revealed the...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 29 April 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday 29 April 2024, Associate Health Minister David Seymour tells Heather why an extra $1.7 billion...
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The Huddle: Should Victoria University have left the free speech event alone?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Infrastructure New Zealand CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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'Oh well': Minister Nicola Willis unfazed by underwhelming poll result
The Finance Minister has brushed off a tough new poll result for the coalition. The latest 1News Verian poll shows a two percent fall for National to have them on...
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Free Speech Union CEO hits out at postponement of 'controversial' Victoria University event
Wellington's Victoria University has hit pause on a controversial debate, after student backlash. A panel discussion around the role of universities in free speech...
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