Mike's Minute: Who's worse – Elon Musk or Disney?
- Type
- Read article
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
-
Ukraine fires UK-made missiles into Russia
European allies of Ukraine are bracing for a response from Russia. Ukraine has fired US, and now UK-made missiles into Russian territory. UK correspondent Enda...
-
Nvidia's third-quarter earnings surpass expectations - report
Nvidia's reported third-quarter earnings have surpassed expectations - and left the chip maker feeling optimistic about its future. The company's earnings delivered...
-
Denmark agrees to world-first tax on agricultural emissions
Denmark has agreed on how to implement the world’s first tax on agricultural emissions - including flatulence/farting/burping by livestock. This comes after months...
-
Reserve Bank likely to cut rates in final meeting of the year - experts
The Reserve Bank is set to meet for the last time this year to review the Official Cash Rate. Economists predict a cut will come - but it's unclear if the Bank will...
-
The Huddle: Will the gang patch ban make a difference?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Erica...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 21 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 21 November 2024, the Director-General of Health Dr Diana Sarfati speaks to Heather about new...
-
Westpac head defends tougher emissions targets for Kiwi farmers
Westpac has been accused of hypocrisy over punishing Kiwi farmers for their emissions while investing in fossil fuels. Westpac is among the major banks that introduced...
-
Kiwi 'mumfluencer' Maria Foy reveals why she's pulled back from sharing her kids on social media
As social media advances, some parenting influencers have pulled back on posting their kids for fear of their digital footprint and other safety concerns. The founder...
-
'We have rules for a reason': Tinetti calls for consequences following Stanford insult
Labour's Jan Tinetti says consequences for rule-breaking in the House should apply across the aisle. Tinetti claims Education Minister Erica Stanford called her...
-
Government spending policies dragging out recession, experts warn
Experts are warning the Government's policies designed to reduce the deficit and bring down inflation are worsening the impact of the recession on households and...
-
Puberty blockers report: Director-General of Health predicts use will drop
The Director-General of Health says she expects puberty blocker prescriptions to continue to fall. The Ministry of Health has released an evidence brief showing...
-
Barry Soper: Did Erica Stanford insult female Opposition MPs?
Labour's Jan Tinetti has accused Education Minister Erica Stanford of using derogatory language in the House. Stanford was forced to apologise, after the Speaker...
-
Melbourne teen dies in Thailand from suspected methanol poisoning
A Melbourne teen has died in Thailand after drinking a suspected methanol-laced cocktail in Laos. Bianca Jones is the fourth person to die associated with the poisoning,...
-
All Blacks v Italy: What can we expect ahead of Sunday's clash?
There's plenty for Scott Robertson to ponder ahead of the final All Blacks team naming of the year. The New Zealand side is expected to face off against Italy this...
-
Australian school moves to give students smartphones - with a twist
An Australian school is taking a unique approach to educating students about social media and internet safety. Pymble Ladies’ College has launched a 'Wise Phones'...
-
Private ceremony to be held for Liam Payne's funeral
The funeral of former One Direction star Liam Payne will be held in a private ceremony in the Midlands, UK. Payne died on October 16th after falling from a hotel...
-
Robotic-assisted surgery: How technology is enhancing hip replacements
More and more surgical procedures around the world are being carried out by trained robots. The latest field to benefit from the use of robotic technology is orthopaedic...
-
Reserve Bank official accuses banks of not properly investing in innovation
A senior Reserve Bank official has taken aim at the big banks and accused them of stifling innovation and competition by underinvesting in technology. Addressing...
-
The Huddle: Why is Auckland Transport fining people for parking in their own driveways?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
-
ADHD: Experts fear condition 'over-diagnosed'
ADHD diagnoses and prescriptions have surged around the world - but there's concern from experts that we might be overdoing it. In New Zealand, prescriptions for...
-
Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 20 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 20 November 2024, the new Police Commissioner Richard Chambers tells Heather he will bring...
-
Power bills set to go up for Kiwi households by April 2025
There's more power pain to come next year - as Kiwi households can expect a slight increase to their bills come April. The Commerce Commission has warned the average...
-
NZ promises $10 million to UN fund designed to help climate change response
New Zealand has pledged $10 million to a global fund to help developing countries respond to climate change damage. Minister-in-charge, Simon Watts has made the...
-
'Tough to take': 230 jobs on the line as Kinleith Mill proposes production halt
There's concern for hundreds of Kiwi workers as one of New Zealand's biggest pulp and paper mills looks to halt production. Tokoroa's Kinleith Mill plans to halt...
-
Screen time rules linked to reduced childhood obesity - study
There's proof regulating children's screen time can reduce the risk of childhood obesity. An Auckland University study has found cutting young children's device...
-
Police Commissioner Richard Chambers outlines plans for NZ's front line
New Zealand's new Police Commissioner is keeping an open mind about arming front line staff. Deputy Commissioner Richard Chambers is replacing Andrew Coster - and...
-
Barry Soper: The new Police Commissioner will have to hit the ground running
The nation's new top cop is prepared to step into the role. Richard Chambers has been appointed the new Police Commissioner by Minister Mark Mitchell - and he's...
-
Trump and Musk watch SpaceX’s Starship launch end with water landing
SpaceX's sixth Starship test flight splashed down in the Indian Ocean following today's highly-anticipated test mission. The booster earlier plunged into the Gulf...
-
Super Rugby Aupiki and Super W set to clash in Women's Super Rugby final
There's hope a women's trans-Tasman Super Rugby final is a sign of things to come. The Super Rugby Aupiki champions will face the Australian Super W winners in a...
-
Transport Minister encouraging NZTA to cut down on 'exorbitant' spending
The Transport Agency has spent nearly $800 million on traffic management in the past three years, according to new reports. The Government has revealed the spend...
-
-
Watch: Gang members arrested in pyjamas during West Auckland raid
- Type
- Read article
