Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
4pm-7pm Weekdays
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*.
Subscribe to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Podcast
-
Spanish police arrest 48 in connection with suspected human trafficking ring
Police in Spain have arrested 48 people in connection with a suspected human trafficking ring - believed to have lured over 1000 women to the country for sex work. Authorities...
-
Retail spending data: Is 2024's end-of-year rebound a good sign?
Retailers are hoping a sales rebound means an industry uptick has begun. Stats NZ data shows total retail sales increased 0.9 percent in the three months ending...
-
German federal election: Expert unpacks economic factors behind AfD rise
Conservatives have won Germany's election, with the far-right securing record votes. Exit polls have the centre-right CDU topping votes at about 29 percent. AFD...
-
The Huddle: Do we need to sink more money into defence spending?
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...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 February 2025, the Government is promising to pump more money into the Defence Force - Ryan...
-
Minister Nicola Willis issues clarification as Government outlines defence spending goal
The Finance Minister says it could take 15 years before Defence Force spending reaches a goal set out by the Prime Minister. Christopher Luxon says he want the...
-
'We were clear about expectations': Police Commissioner responds to gang patch ban feedback
The Police Commissioner says feedback from the gang-patch crackdown has been mostly positive on all fronts. More than 300 charges have been filed for breaches since...
-
Wellington bar owner seeks legal advice over O-week advertising stoush
A Wellington bar owner's bewildered he can't hand out pamphlets advertising his bars during O-week. Victoria University of Wellington's Students Association has...
-
Ryan Bridge: Prepare for a defence-focused budget
Get ready New Zealand, a massive defence budget is going to drop in three months. Judith Collins told the show on Friday the Government wants to get to two percent...
-
Former Defence Minister warns NZ needs to boost military capabilities
The Government has hinted it wants to increase military spending, as geopolitical escalations taking place off the coast prompt concern. Three Chinese Navy ships...
-
Barry Soper: Andrew Bayly's found himself in trouble
Former Minister Andrew Bayly says a complaint was laid about him laying a hand on a staffer. He says it was during a work discussion he's called 'animated' last...
-
Treasurer Jim Chalmers heads to US to discuss tariffs
Australian treasurer Jim Chalmers is set to meet with his American counterparts in a bid to get an exemption from US tariffs on steel and aluminium. An announcement...
-
Auckland FC beats out Wellington Phoenix in weekend derby
Auckland FC are the kings of New Zealand football after destroying Wellington 6-1 - and now lead the A-League by eight points. The Wellington Phoenix have since...
-
Small town retailers encouraged to ditch 9-5 model
Business owners are being encouraged to work with neighbours to keep small towns 'alive'. Napier City Business general manager Pip Thompson says Napier and Hastings...
-
Gavin Grey: A 'very different Europe' on its way
Germany is heading to the polls this weekend in what could be a major shift at the heart of Europe. Latest opinion polls have suggested a surge in support for right...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 21 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 21 February 2025, Sky News host Andrew Bolt speaks to Ryan Bridge about the Chinese naval ships...
-
Peter Lewis: India's response to Trumps tariffs
Xi Jinping had a meeting with prominent entrepreneurs this week... what was his message to them? India is looking to cut import taxes in response to trump's reciprocal...
-
Barry Soper: The week in politics
Stats boss has fallen on his sword over the handling of confidential personal data. Automatic pay rises for public servants under review. Prime Minister Christopher...
-
Malcom Johns: Billions more renewables 'essential'
Energy company Genesis almost doubled its half year net profit to 70.3 million dollars after tax. Wholesale power prices rose dramatically last winter in response...
-
Sports Huddle: Super Rugby weekend two, tactical subs
Sportstalk host D’Arcy Waldegrave and Journalist Jim Kayes join Ryan Bridge on the Sports Huddle. Super Rugby was off to a fantastic start last week, can we expect...
-
25 Destiny Church's in the charities register
Labour MP Phil Twyford has called for Destiny Church to be taken off the charities register after they targeted the LGBTQ community last weekend. Members of the...
-
Teacher shortage to extend to 2027
An error by the Education Ministry has meant teacher shortages for this year and last were not forecasted. The Ministry is now projecting that schools will be 1250...
-
Why a police officer kept his job after hitting his children
A senior police officer who hit his children with a belt has been let off the hook with a formal condemnation. The officer admitted to disciplining his teenage...
-
Andrew Bolt: Sky News Host on Chinese navy ships off the coast of Sydney
Australia and New Zealand defence ministers have responded strongly to the Chinese navy ships lurking off the coast of Sydney. What is the Australian government...
-
Barry Soper: Chinese are 'showing their force' in Australia
Three Chinese warships are docked off the coast of Sydney, why? Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper answers that question, discusses Jenny Shipley's comments...
-
Super Rugby: The Chiefs secret weapon
The Chiefs are taking on the Crusaders in Hamilton tonight, who is the favourite to win? When are the Wellington Phoenix going to impress? Sports Contributor Jason...
-
SKY issuing $200k in customer compensation
Sky TV has taken a financial hit after satellite issues over the summer. The broadcaster has lost $1.75 million in net profit. And cricket is back on SKY after...
-
Prime Minister Starmer backs Zelenskyy after 'dictator' allegations
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has backed Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Donald Trump described the Ukrainian president as a 'dictator'. Starmer called Zelenskyy and...
-
Farmer confidence sees significant surge - survey
Farmer confidence has risen to its highest level in over a decade, rebounding from record lows in recent years, Federated Farmers says. The advocacy group has released...
-
Liam Dann: Reserve Bank calls for more scrutiny on Stats NZ
The Reserve Bank is urging the Government to take a hard look at Stats NZ, with a view to improving the timeliness and accuracy of key economic data. The department...
