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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UK Supreme Court rules legal definition of woman based on biological sex
The day to day implications of a landmark UK court ruling - that the term woman refers to biological sex - are not yet known. In a unanimous decision, the Supreme...
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Trade war: How long will the tariffs impact the economy?
With China and the US promising trade war escalations, economists are speculating about the future of the tariffs and how they'll impact global economies. Some have...
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The Huddle: Do we have to worry about a snap election?
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and Craig Renney from the CTU joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Prime Minister Luxon says NZ's agriculture sector is pulling the country out of recession
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says it is the agriculture sector that's pulling New Zealand out of a recession. Luxon spoke about the success agriculture was seeing...
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CPI data: Inflation increase prompts concern from economists
New data shows inflation's gone up again - and there's concerns about what it could mean going forward. The latest Stats NZ figures put the rate at 2.5 percent,...
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Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO 'unsurprised' by Genesis Energy slowing down gas production
Genesis Energy has confirmed it plans to shift its focus over to coal, as gas production declines and no other suitable sources have been found. Genesis has made...
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Explained: What does the latest UK Supreme Court ruling mean going foward?
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that the term woman should be based on biological sex. The judges ruled that the 2010 Equality Act's sex based protections only apply...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 17 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 17 April 2025, the cost of living is on the rise again so will the OCR keep falling? KiwiRail...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Simeon Brown needs to convince more than just voters
I've got a lot of time for Simeon Brown - he's a very good politician, but I reckon he might want to take the advice of Chris Hipkins - a man who was also once the...
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Greens stress importance of combating climate change amid declining support
The Greens are reiterating the importance of combating climate change, concerned Kiwi buy-in appears to be fading. An Ipsos report shows the proportion of New Zealanders...
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'It's a mixed situation': Expert speculates what Trump's tariffs could mean for inflation going forward
US tariffs are expected to impact our next inflation figures, according to new reports. The rate increased in the three months to March to 2.5 percent - up from...
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'We got it wrong': KiwiRail apologises after initially refusing to offer compensation for ferry disruptions
Interislander's operator is promising to cough up for ferry disruptions. A Commerce Commission investigation found KiwiRail may have breached the law by suggesting...
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Thomas Coughlan: Is Labour's hesitancy a good look?
Labour has clarified it does not support Te Pāti Māori’s policy for Māori to receive New Zealand Superannuation seven to 10 years before everyone else. Labour’s...
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Can Australia's AUKUS subs deal withstand rising costs?
Australia's AUKUS deal is facing additional pressures as the US is calling for an increase in defence spending. The US and the United Kingdom have both launched...
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Wellington Phoenix parts ways with former coach Paul Temple
The departing head coach of the Wellington Phoenix women's footballers concedes he's unsure what's next. Paul Temple has not been offered a contract renewal and...
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Western Springs Stadium: Auckland FC owners release new images
New images have given Aucklanders a closer look at the Western Springs Stadium proposal backed by Auckland FC and their billionaire owners. The images and a new...
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Donald Trump reportedly contemplating tariffs on pharmaceuticals
The Trump administration has hinted it could be looking into imposing tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the country. Pharmac has since claimed the impact...
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ANZ economist predicts additional OCR cuts amid global 'uncertainty'
ANZ is speculating interest rates will drop lower than previously expected - as the economy is predicted to need extra help to recover. The bank believes the OCR...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 16 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 16 April 2025, Wellington's worst kept secret is out of the bag: former Labour leader Andrew...
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Wellington Water Chief Executive defends controversial purchases - bought with ratepayer money
Wellington Water's boss is defending spending ratepayer money on skincare for staff and mindfulness workshops. The under-fire agency has confirmed it spent more...
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Finance Minister 'satisfied' with new balance struck over Reserve Bank funding
The Finance Minister is confident in the operational funding she's giving the Reserve Bank. Nicola Willis has signed the bank up to a new five-year agreement -...
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Researchers call for solutions as junk food ads found to target children
Researchers say junk food advertising needs tighter controls. A paper has found children aged 2 to 17 see twice as many ads for unhealthy food than healthier options. The...
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Andrew Little reveals what inspired him to run for Wellington mayoralty
Former Labour leader Andrew Little's feeling confident about his odds as he announces a bid to run for mayor of Wellington. He made the announcement this morning...
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Thomas Coughlan: What does Nicola Willis' latest move mean for the RBNZ?
The Finance Minister has unveiled a major reduction to the Central Bank's planned spending. The Government and the Reserve Bank have agreed to reduce operating expenses...
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Trump expresses interest in imprisoning US citizens in El Salvador
The US president is in no rush to reverse the wrongful deportation of a man to Central America. Donald Trump has been meeting with the president of El Salvador at...
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Mea Motu set to return to the ring later in the year
A new weight division to conquer for boxer Mea Motu as she eyes a return to the ring later this year. The former super bantamweight world champion will move up two...
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Explained: Expert assesses the odds of a volcanic eruption impacting Auckland
One expert has warned Aucklanders should be prepared for the chance of a volcanic eruption. Civil Defence estimates there's a 10 percent risk it could happen in...
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Birmingham bin strike set to continue after workers reject latest offer
A lengthy strike carried out by bin workers that has left rubbish piling up on Birmingham's streets will continue after union members rejected the latest offer from...
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RBA reportedly considering cutting interest rates ahead of May meeting
Over in Australia, the RBA says its upcoming May meeting would be an 'opportune time' to reconsider the OCR. Experts believe that the global uncertainty over U.S....
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GDT Auction: Will the tariffs leave an impact on dairy prices?
All eyes will be on tonight's Global Dairy Trade Auction to see if the tariffs will leave an impact on dairy prices. It's been two weeks since President Donald Trump...
