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*.
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Gail Downey: Storm of the century hitting the UK
A potentially life-threatening storm is hitting the UK, with millions of people being urged to stay home. Three thousand job cuts are to be lost as UK supermarket...
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Peter Lewis: Who will buy TikTok?
How has China reacted to Donald Trump's threat to put a 10% tariff on China as early as February 1st? Is China warming up to allowing TikTok to be sold as part...
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The Huddle: Why can't the All Blacks get Richie Mo'unga back?
Tonight on The Huddle, Deputy Sports News Director Elliott Smith and Sports Journalist Lavina Good discussed the historic rugby game to be played in the small town...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 24 January 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 24 January 2025, Act leader David Seymour says we should consider more privatisation, including...
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Blair Jones:
Kirwee, a town west of Christchurch with a population of 1180, is gearing up for the biggest game in the town's history. The Blues and the Crusaders will play a...
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Josie Vidal: Mining can contribute to more economic growth
The government has hinted at a "major" mining announcement next week, and the sector is welcoming a push for mining to play a bigger role in the country's economic...
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Wētā Workshop reaches Hollywood heights with Oscar nominations
Wētā VFX has received three Academy Award nominations for their work on Alien: Romulus, Better Man, and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. 2000 people work within...
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Tama Potaka: Emergency housing numbers down 75%
The Government has reduced the number of people in emergency housing motels by 75%, reaching their target five years early. There are now just under 600 households...
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Is privatisation the answer to New Zealand's healthcare woes?
Despite not being the leader of the country, David Seymour has delivered his State of the Nation address. The ACT Party leader said New Zealander's need to stop...
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Ratana 2025: Where does The Treaty's Principle Bill stand?
Politicians have descended on Ratana. During several speeches, the fate of The Treaty's Principle Bill was called into question. Meanwhile David Seymour has delivered...
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Sued, blocked, assassination revelations: Donald Trumps first week in power
A judge has blocked Donald Trump's order to stop birth right citizenship, calling it "blatantly unconstitutional." The implementation of the policy has been halted...
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Jason Pine: Nottingham Forest secure Kiwi Chris Wood
Kiwi Chris Wood has resigned with Nottingham Forest, but will he come home when his contract finishes in 2027? Auckland FC continue to defend their name as the...
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Andrea Teng: Why diabetes rates will see a 90% increase
New research from Otago University has painted a grim picture for the future health of Kiwis... More than half a million of us will be living with diabetes by 2044...
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UK looks to tighten knife sale laws after Southport attack
The Southport attack has prompted the UK to toughen up the laws on buying knives as the killer awaits sentencing. Under new legislation, anyone buying a knife online...
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NZ Merino set to investigate alleged animal welfare violations
Two farms have been suspended from New Zealand Merino’s ZQ quality standard supply programme after undercover videos appeared to show animal welfare breaches. People...
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Liam Dann: Is Chris Luxon right about our 'culture of saying no'?
Prime Minister Chris Luxon laid out his vision for growing the economy as part of today's State of the Nation address - and pointed the finger at the country. Luxon...
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The Huddle: Will Putin respond to Trump's threats?
Tonight on The Huddle, AUT chancellor Rob Campbell and Infrastructure NZ CEO Nick Leggett joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The...
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Why you might be following Trump on Facebook and Instagram without knowing
Facebook and Instagram users have recently noticed their accounts have started following President Donald Trump, his wife Melania and Vice President JD Vance without...
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Science shake-up: Crown Research Institutes to merge into three mega science groups
There's belief the science sector is on the right track with a major overhaul. Seven Crown Research Institutes will now merge into three public research organisations. Another...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 23 January 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 23 January 2025, the Prime Minister says we need to do away with our 'no'-attitude to grow...
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UK tabloids issue apology to Prince Harry, settlement reached
Prince Harry's decision to settle with News Group Newspapers may have been the smart move, according to one expert. He'd been suing the group - which publishes the...
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Ben Shelton slams Australian Open interviewers for not being 'respectful'
Australian Open semi-finalist Ben Shelton has taken the Grand Slam's on-court interviewers to task for being 'disrespectful' to players. Shelton initially laughed...
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'We want a single focus': New Government agency aims to bring in overseas funding
The Trade Minister says he wants deals through the door this year - with a Government goal of tempting overseas funding. A new agency called Invest New Zealand will...
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Jason Walls: No surprises in Luxon's State of the Nation address
The Prime Minister isn't concerned opening up to more mining could harm New Zealand's reputation. More mining and drilling is on the cards under a new Government...
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Australian election: Voters flock to Dutton in new polls
As the Australian election year gets underway, voters appear to be looking for a change in leadership. New polling data shows Peter Dutton holds a 39–34 lead over...
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Snowballing costs put Winter Games NZ on ice
Confidence snow sports will continue to thrive in New Zealand, despite the Winter Games being put on ice due to an avalanche of rising costs. CEO of Snow Sports...
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'Room for growth': Tourism Industry Aotearoa approves of proposed visa changes
Tourism Industry Aotearoa is excited about the Government's new growth agenda. Minister-in-charge Nicola Willis is considering visa changes, hoping to pull in more...
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Turkish ski resort fire kills 76, people forced to jump from windows
A huge fire killed at least 76 people as it ripped through a hotel at a popular ski resort in northern Turkey. The blaze at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Kartalkaya...
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Trump's return to the White House set to impact key NZX companies - report
Donald Trump officially got the keys back to the White House earlier this week - and his return to power could have an impact on NZX-listed businesses. Fisher &...
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India testing the waters on NZ trade agreement - report
New reports indicate the Indian Government is sounding out the nation's biggest businesses to determine how they feel about a trade agreement with New Zealand. The...
