Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
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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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New bill set to allow alcohol sales on public holidays moves through to Select Committee
A Labour MP is pushing for change on alcohol sales on certain holidays. Kieran McAnulty's new bill will let licensed businesses already open on ANZAC Day morning,...
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Prime Minister Starmer warns UK economy will struggle regardless of tariffs
Over in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned the economy is likely to struggle regardless of the tariff situation. US President Donald Trump has adjusted...
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The Huddle: Was the Treaty Principles Bill saga worth all the debate?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Explained: How can we make investments in a volatile market?
It's been an interesting week for global markets - with figures dropping or rising at a rapid rate. As Donald Trump's tariffs spark fear - or elation - among investors,...
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How are Kiwi beef exporters handling the US tariffs?
United States beef prices haven't budged much since the implementation of the 10 percent tariff by President Donald Trump - but Kiwi exporters aren't safe. A subsequent...
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Trump's tariff u-turn: How fears of a bond market crisis prompted the change
Reports indicate the bond market ultimately prompted Trump to pull back on his stream of tariffs. The US President announced on social media that he paused tariffs...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursdsay, 10 April 2025, the Treaty Principles Bill is dead, but its architect David Seymour is already...
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OCR cut: Expert explains why banks take so long to pass savings on
The OCR dropped 25 basis points again yesterday - but many homeowners have wondered why their mortgage rates haven't followed. Many people currently on floating...
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New research reveals only one in three parents have rules for their kids' social media use
New independent research conducted by Talbot Mills reveals only one in three parents have established rules around their kids' social media usage. While the overwhelming...
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Explained: What do the China-US trade tensions mean for the rest of the world?
US President Donald Trump today forged ahead with tariffs of 125 percent against Chinese goods - escalating the US-China trade war. Trump’s sweeping tariffs have...
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'Absolutely a possibility': ACT's David Seymour open to Treaty referendum after bill struck down
Going, going - almost gone. MPs from all parties other than ACT are shutting down the Treaty Principles Bill today, with passionate displays of rhetoric. It's been...
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Barry Soper: Uproar in the House today over the Treaty Principles Bill's second reading
The Treaty Principles Bill is dead, voted down by all parties except ACT - 11 to 112 - before a packed gallery. Fiery moments included Labour's Willie Jackson being...
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Australian stock market bounces back after earlier slump
Over in Australia, stocks have surged after an earlier crash brought about by Donald Trump's new tariffs. The ASX climbed more than 6 percent in early trade, while...
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Joey Manu reportedly considering release from French rugby contract
The race for Joey Manu's signature on both sides of the Tasman - across both oval-ball codes - appears on. The Sydney Morning Herald reports the former Rooster -...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Barbara Edmonds and Labour were wrong about the tariffs
Trump's tariff backdown proves that Nicola was right and Barbara was wrong. Willis took the cool, calm, collected approach. Take advice, watch closely, don't react...
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US markets analyst unpacks why Trump may have paused the tariffs
A US markets analyst suspects Donald Trump is trying to buy time by lowering tariffs on most countries to a blanket 10 percent for 90 days. But the US President's...
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UK Government could potentially nationalise British Steel - report
Over in the UK, the Government could potentially nationalise British Steel as fears grow that the company's blast furnaces in Scunthorpe could run out of raw materials...
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OCR update: What will the Reserve Bank examine amid ongoing trade concerns?
The Reserve Bank is keeping a watching brief internationally as Donald Trump's new tariffs kick in. The central bank cut the Official Cash Rate another 25 basis...
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Jenee Tibshraeny: Unpacking the Government's proposed changes to consumer finance laws
The Government has introduced legislation that could see more than 150,000 mortgage holders miss out on hundreds of millions in compensation for mistakes made by...
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The Huddle: Should the Government be doing more about the tariffs?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Jack Tame from Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Should we stop using pine trees to offset emissions?
There's been suggestions we need to move away from relying on pine trees to offset our emissions. The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment recently put...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: We've got to take the wins where we can get them
So the Reserve Bank did the predictable thing today and cut 25 basis points. Good news for mortgage holders, good news for the economy, more money in our pockets...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 09 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 9 April 2025, the Reserve Bank has dropped the OCR by 0.25%. Westpac chief economist Kelly...
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Labour's Barbara Edmonds accuses Nicola Willis of 'complacency' in wake of Trump tariffs
Labour's finance spokesperson has accused the Government of 'sitting on its hands' amid an economically turbulent week for the world. Barbara Edmonds has criticised...
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Kiwi exporters left scrambling as Trump tariffs hit NZ businesses
Exporters are scrambling under the sudden imposition of Donald Trump's tariffs. The President's signature economic policy has taken effect, with US allies and adversaries...
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'Ecstatic': Wool industry celebrates new directive for Government buildings
There's industry celebrations over a directive to use Kiwi wool in Government buildings. New builds worth more than $9 million and refurbishments costing over $100,000...
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'No clarity': Economists uncertain about future rates after latest OCR cut
There's uncertainty about what's next after today's OCR cut. The Reserve Bank has slashed the Official Cash Rate 25 basis points to 3.5 percent, with most banks...
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Barry Soper: Unpacking Benjamin Doyle's first appearance after social media incident
Green MP Benjamin Doyle has conceded it was naïve to not delete old social media posts with sexually suggestive captions, as suggested by the party. Deputy Prime...
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Trump tariffs: China set to pay 104 percent going forward
The chances of a full blown trade war between the US and China is looking more and more likely. China will be hit with an additional 50 percent tariff from tomorrow,...
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Former All Blacks doctor John ‘Doc’ Mayhew dies aged 70
The man who treated countless numbers of All Blacks and Warriors players over more than a 30 year period has died. Dr John Mayhew has died at the age of 70, after...
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Live: MPs react after Treaty Principles Bill voted down in Parliament
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