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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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 17 March 2026
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 17 March. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening...
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Middle East crisis: Economist wonders whether more people will need to work from home
A top economist advises thinking about working from home to save fuel. Iran's maintaining its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz - retaliating to the continued bombing...
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Expert explains meat price spike down to reduced supply
There's fears there'll be no slowdown any time soon to the rapid rise in food prices. Stats NZ figures show they rose 4.5 percent in the year to February. Steak,...
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Health NZ head explains how decentralisation moves will help boost improvement
A return towards decentralisation is being painted as Health New Zealand's next chapter. The Government's reverting to giving hospitals more control - letting them...
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Barry Soper: Why is Hipkins' ex-wife making allegations now?
Chris Hipkins says he won't discuss family matters publicly - verging on tears at a press conference this afternoon. On Sunday, his ex-wife Jade Paul posted allegations...
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RBA moves to lift rates amid inflation concerns
The Australian Reserve Bank has increased interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, up to 4.1 percent. This is the second month the RBA has lifted rates, with the...
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'They cannot understand': ERO expert explains how new school reports will help parents
There's hopes an overhaul of school performance reports will help lift the overall standard of schools. The Education Review Office is introducing a four-point,...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: It wasn't a mistake to cancel the EV subsidy
The Government is copping heat today for cancelling the EV subsidy a couple of years ago. Critics now say it looks like a mistake, because oil prices are rising...
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Starmer refuses to send warships to Strait of Hormuz
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to send warships to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing concerns. US President Donald Trump has reportedly called for reinforcements...
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Middle East fuel crisis: Freightways CEO warns against panicking
The Government is considering its options if petrol prices keep rising, but the head of Freightways is warning people not to panic. The conflict in the Middle East...
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'A bit of a hurdle': How have markets reacted to the third week of the Iran conflict?
The conflict in the Middle East has entered its third week and there's concerns about what it could do to the markets. Iran's still restricting movement through...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 16 March, 2026, we talk to the Retail NZ chief executive about an increase in card spending -...
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The Huddle: Is the Government doing the right thing?
Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Climate advocates take Govt emissions plans to High Court
Protesters gathered outside Wellington's High Court today, as a lawyers' group challenges the Government's climate moves. Lawyers for Climate Action alleges the...
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Nicola Willis unpacks 'challenges' impacting Kiwis as Middle East crisis continues
The Finance Minister says there's no bail-out on the cards for Air Zealand at this stage - as the conflict in the Middle East causes a surge in jet fuel prices. The...
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2026 Oscars recap: One Battle After Another leads awards ceremony
A night of glitz and glam at the 98th Academy Awards in LA . One Battle After Another's taken out Best Picture, pipping horror Sinners for the top prize. It won...
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Retail NZ head raises concerns about Middle East conflict as card spending trends up
There's hopes the war in Iran doesn't reverse gains in our retail sector by making shipping more expensive. Stats NZ data shows back-to-back increases in electronic...
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Barry Soper: Should we be panicking over fuel shortages?
The Government's yet to make a call on whether New Zealand would ease sanctions on Russian oil, as the Iran war affects shipments. The US has eased some of its sanctions,...
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Scarcity concerns raised as Australians stock up on fuel
Over in Australia, fuel prices have surged, sparking debate over whether fuel needs to be rationed as the Middle East crisis continues. Prime Minister Albanese has...
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Lawson claims seventh in Formula One's Chinese Grand Prix
Liam Lawson has claimed seventh in Formula One's Chinese Grand Prix. Starting 14th, he picked up seven places to finish as the best driver in the four-car Red Bull...
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'Common sense': NZ Winegrowers CEO welcomes proposed changes to alcohol laws
New Zealand Winegrowers are on Cloud Wine over proposed Government changes to alcohol laws. They include allowing licensed premises to meet legal obligations by...
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Barry Soper talks Paul Eagle, election predictions, and the covid inquiry
Senior political correspondent Barry Soper joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to wrap the political week. The big topics this past week were former Chatham Islands...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 13 March 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 13 March, 2026, we look at whether people are over-reacting by panic-buying petrol. The Crusaders...
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Should we have more empathy for people panic buying fuel?
Okay, here’s a prediction for you, because there have been headlines today about petrol stations running out of fuel because of panic buying: people will panic buy...
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'Pre-Covid levels': Queenstown tourism booms
Queenstown's tourism growth has remained steady over the last few months with tourism levels now reaching 97% of pre-Covid numbers. Queenstown Mayor John Glover...
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'Environmental disaster': PhD candidate offers 'low-mow' alternative for lawns
University of Auckland PhD candidate Olivia Rooke-Devoy has offered a 'low-mow' alternative to protect the lawn environment. She claims that over-mowing is letting...
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When will the fuel crisis really hit?
The war in Iran has sparked worldwide concerns of fuel shortages after the Strait of Hormuz was shut. The passage carries roughly 20 percent of the world's oil supply. The...
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Trump's public support falls amidst Iran conflict and fuel crisis
According to a new PBS poll public support for Donald Trump is in decline as more than half of US citizens oppose the war in Iran. Dan Mitchinson spoke to Heather...
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'Lawfully acting industry': ACT MP proposes changes to Greyhound Racing ban
The Select Committee report on the Government's proposed Greyhound Racing ban has come back, with the committee saying they want the bill passed. But, ACT has some...
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UK Government releases documents related to Lord Mandelson's appointment
The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Documents released...
