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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
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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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Slovakian prime minister's condition stabilising after attempted assassination
Slovakia’s prime minister, Robert Fico, is in a stable condition after being shot five times in an attempted assassination. The attack on Fico has shocked the nation...
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Mice infestation forces Zespri to destroy over one million trays of kiwifruit
Over one million trays of kiwifruit found on a Zespri shipment with a mouse infestation will be destroyed. After mice were found on the company's first shipment...
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ASB latest major bank to reduce mortgage interest rates
ASB is the latest major New Zealand bank to drop their mortgage interest rates for three and four year terms. This follows BNZ and Kiwibank bringing down their interest...
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'Not an ideal situation': Concern as Russia launches most significant border incursion since Ukraine war began
President Zelenskyy has postponed all foreign trips as Russia launches its' most serious border incursion since the start of the war. Ukrainian forces have pulled...
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Australia's 2024 Budget: Who lucked out the most?
It's been a couple days after the Australian Budget, and some groups have lucked out after the big day. Between tax cuts, the energy rebate and the financial boost...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 16 May 2024, Green MP Darleen Tana has now been absent from Parliament as many days as she...
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The Huddle: Would we support Kevin Spacey's return to the screen?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute joined in on a discussion about the following issues of...
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Mayor Brown's Long Term Plan greenlit by council after day of discussion
Auckland councillors have given mayor Wayne Brown's Long Term Plan the green light. It includes a $50 per week cap for public transport fares and creating an Auckland...
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Woman outraged as mother bumped from Air NZ flight, missing international connection
One Nelson woman is the latest to express disappointment with Air New Zealand's conduct. On April 29, Kerstin Zdzieblik was bumped off her afternoon flight to Auckland...
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Liam Neeson, Sharon Stone among big-name actors calling for Kevin Spacey's Hollywood return
Blacklisted actor Kevin Spacey is fighting to revive his career after being cleared of sexual assault. Spacey's been acquitted on nine charges - and won a civil...
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'Surprising': Dairy NZ deputy chair on Fonterra's plan to sell Anchor, Mainland, other key brans
There's uncertainty around Fonterra's plan to sell well-known brand Anchor. The diary giant has signalled its intent to divest some or all of its global consumer...
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Darleen Tana's migrant exploitation case likely to continue on, expert claims
A lawyer involved in a case affecting an investigation into a Green MP understands it's not close to wrapping up. MP Darleen Tana's been stood down for the past...
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Barry Soper: Hipkins fires back at Seymour's school lunch scheme
Labour's Chris Hipkins has taken a crack at the Government's scheme for school lunches. Hipkins visited a primary school in Christchurch - and warned that kids would...
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Wolverhampton launches bid to scrap VAR in Premier League
Wolverhampton have lodged a motion to scrap the use of VAR in football's Premier League. ESPN reports a vote will be held at next month's meeting of the 20 clubs. The...
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Property: Do mortgage advisors need more regulation?
There's growing debate mortgage advisors need more regulation - alongside a Commerce Commission bid to make it easier to take out a home loan. Discussions at a banking...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: It's D-day for the Te Huia train service
Well, it’s D-day for Te Huia. Today's the day that NZTA has met and has decided whether or not to keep funding the train past the end of June. Unless NZTA gives...
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New Yorker article raises doubts about Lucy Letby murder case
An investigative piece by the New Yorker is questioning the verdict in the Lucy Letby case. Letby was found guilty of murdering seven babies in her care as a nurse...
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Fletcher Building downgrades profit forecast, shares plummet 15 percent
Poor trading conditions, intense price competition and lower building product sales have prompted Fletcher Building to downgrade its profit forecast. The forecast...
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Reserve Bank assets have quadrupled since 2019, new data shows
Ahead of the May Budget, experts have noticed the Reserve Bank's balance sheet has grown over the years. The value of assets held by the RBNZ has has quadrupled...
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Barry Soper: Australia's making an attractive offer to Kiwi cops
New South Wales is pulling out all the stops to entice Kiwi cops across the ditch. Training requirements have been cut down and New Zealand officers can keep their...
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Trump's lawyer fires back at Michael Cohen in hush money trial
Donald Trump's legal team are still working tirelessly to dismantle Michael Cohen's legal credibility. Cohen, Trump's former attorney and a key witness in the ongoing...
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Warriors announce line-up changes ahead of Panthers clash
Expect a different look on attack for the Warriors for Sunday's NRL magic round clash against the Panthers in Brisbane. A makeshift spine will see Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad...
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'Concerning': Foodstuffs figures show retail crime has doubled across North Island stores
Foodstuffs is raising the alarm about an increase in retail crime throughout their stores. New data shows over 5000 incidents were reported in the first quarter...
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Restaurant Association CEO calls for inquiry into AT's parking debacle
The Restaurant Association has voiced disappointment with Auckland Transport's move to charge for parking. AT will delay their 24/7 parking fees in the CBD until...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 15 May 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 15 May 2024, New South Wales Police Minister Yasmin Catley has launched a huge offensive to...
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The Huddle: What did we think of King Charles' portrait?
Tonight on The Huddle, Matt Heath from Radio Hauraki and David Farrar, Kiwiblog contributor and Curia pollster joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Phoenix GM hoping for a sell-out crowd at Sky Stadium
It's looking increasingly likely that the Wellington Phoenix will sell out Sky Stadium for their hotly-anticipated match. The team are set to host the Melbourne...
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WorkSafe highlights industry concerns as workers lose fingers to unsafe machinery
WorkSafe's calling for businesses to boost safety standards as more workers lose fingers on unsafe machinery. The courts have issued more than half a million dollars...
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Webb's Head of Art critiques 'interesting' King Charles portrait
An Auckland art expert is calling King Charles' first post coronation portrait 'striking and interesting'. The painting, unveiled at Buckingham Palace, depicts the...
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NSW police shortage inspires Minister to lure in Kiwi officers
The New South Wales government feels no guilt for attempting to poach Kiwi police. The state is 1500 officers short, and it today announced it'll fast-track New...
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