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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Europe and UK establish trade deal in 'new era' for relations - report
The UK is hailing a new era of relations with Europe, as they seek closer ties on trade and defence. The new deal signals a resetting of ties with the European Union...
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New report shows plan to cut down greenhouse gases has hit snags
New reports indicate a critical part of the Government’s plan for cutting greenhouse gas emissions over the next five years appears to have fallen over. A huge chunk...
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Budget 2025: What should we be looking out for?
It's less than two days to go until Budget Day 2025, and experts are outlining their predictions. Finance Minister Nicola Willis has hinted this won't be a 'lolly...
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The Huddle: Was Chris Bishop right to move the Te Pāti Māori suspension debate?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Government isn't trying to silence the Māori Party
Well, that ended up being a fizzer, didn't it? I mean, wow, here we were. We were expecting this big debate over the Māori Party punishments to drag on for days,...
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Property valuations: Can Aucklanders expect lower rates?
After years of delay, Aucklanders can expect to receive their property valuations early next month. Auckland Council says it expected to deliver the new valuations,...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 20 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 20 May 2025, Leader of the House Chris Bishop speaks to Heather after his surprise move to delay...
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'Haka is not new': Former Te Pāti Māori co-leader weighs in amid ongoing suspension saga
The debate on Te Pāti Māori's proposed punishment has been paused until June - but it's still sparked discussion among some. Debate was set to begin today on proposed...
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Experts voice concerns as Runit Championship League makes debut in Auckland
Health professionals have voiced concerns as the Runit Championship League makes its debut in Auckland. The controversial new combat sport has players running full...
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Gull knocked off perch as cheapest fuel provider - report
The tide looks to be changing for Gull as the leader of low-priced petrol offerings. Fuel-finding app Gaspy is reporting Taupo's Gull Ātiamuri has been undercut...
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ACC Minister denies agency shirking responsibility after sexual violence prevention programme paused
The ACC Minister denies his comments last week played into the agency now pausing its sexual violence prevention programme. Scott Simpson suggested he was looking...
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'We want this week to be about the Budget': Chris Bishop explains why the Te Pāti Māori debate was postponed
The Leader of the House says postponing the debate on Te Pāti Māori MPs' sanctions is the right thing to do. Debate began today on proposed suspensions for the...
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Jason Walls: Was it right to postpone the debate over Te Pāti Māori's sanctions?
A stay - for Te Pāti Māori MPs expecting debate on possible suspension today. The Privileges Committee recommended suspensions for Rawiri Waititi, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer...
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Australia's opposition coalition splits up after election loss
Australian's opposition has split - officially ending the Liberal-National coalition. National leader David Littleproud has confirmed his party will stand apart...
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Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen gearing up for boxing clash
Sonny Bill Williams is adamant that his upcoming boxing bout against Paul Gallen will be the last time he steps in the ring. The former All Blacks and Kiwis star...
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Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance urges council to scrap green bin spending
New figures from the Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance show Auckland Council has invested $3 million on communications and advertising alone for the green waste bins. This...
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UK and EU move forward with trade talks
Negotiations to reset the UK's post-Brexit relations reached a turning point - with leaders holding talks ahead of an upcoming summit. Both regions recently reached...
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Leading credit rating agency downgrades US Government debt ratings
Moody's cut the US credit rating by one notch, citing rising debt and interest payments that outpace those of similar sovereigns. The downgrade to 'Aa1' from 'Aaa'...
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New quarterly reports indicate commercial gas users facing 'unsustainable' prices
Commercial users of gas are likely to be hit hard by 'unsustainable' prices this year, according to sector regulators. The Gas Industry Company’s latest quarterly...
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The Huddle: Will the Te Pāti Māori saga overshadow Budget week?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Grownups don't need to use social media
I've got a life tip for you - Grownups should not post their opinions on social media. Case in point, Gary Lineker. Now, Gary is about to announce that he's leaving...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 19 May 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 19 May 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to Heather ahead of Budget Day later this...
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Budget 2025: Finance Minister hints more announcements to come ahead of day
The 2025 Budget is due out this week - and the Finance Minister's feeling hopeful despite the concerns around Te Pāti Māori's antics. Prime Minister Chris Luxon...
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Mt Eden villa owners voices concerns after council orders them to remove double-glazed windows
The owners of a Mt Eden villa has voiced disapproval after Auckland Council demanded they remove double-glazed windows from their house to comply with heritage rules...
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Costco shoppers stocking up on essentials as food prices soar
A bustle of butter-buying at Auckland's Costco - where it costs $10 a kilo. Stats NZ figures show the price of a block of butter has soared 65 percent in the past...
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Dwindling supply set to impact commercial gas users, experts voice concerns
The Associate Energy Minister says reversing natural gas policies will take time. Production fell 20 percent in the first quarter - compared on the year before...
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'We don't have enough': Patient Voice Aotearoa voices concerns over healthcare staff shortages
There's concerns over extreme staff shortages in rural hospitals - as the Government announces funding to help urgent and after-hours care. Patient Voice Aotearoa...
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Jason Walls: What can we expect ahead of Budget 2025?
The Finance Minister says the Budget's designed to give businesses even more confidence for the future. The Budget, released on Thursday, will put aside $65 million...
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Families of methanol poisoning victims 'insulted' over lack of response from Laos authorities
Grieving Australian families feel 'insulted' by silence around the death of two teens in Laos last year. Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles died alongside four others...
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Can Auckland FC win the A-League Men Championship?
It's been another successful weekend for Auckland FC - and all hopes are on the Kiwi side ahead of the A-League Grand Final. The Black Knights are returning home...
