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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'Desperation and frustration': Former SolarZero employee on the company's downfall
More details have emerged in the wake of SolarZero’s shock liquidation, which affected 160 employees. The company revealed on Tuesday that the business was unable...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 28 November 2024
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 28 November. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday...
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Captain's call: Former Labour MP doesn't support potential ban
The 'captain's call' may become a thing of the past - and former Minister Stuart Nash isn't a fan. New changes impacting party policy decisions are going to a vote...
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Decision to bar Candace Owens from entering NZ dubbed 'unlawful' by Free Speech Union
The Free Speech Union is considering legal action over a far-right US commentator being banned from the country. Candace Owens promotes antisemitic conspiracy theories,...
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'We're tracking down the cause': Investigations ongoing into Waikato River arsenic levels
Test results reveal drinking water in Waipā and Waikato District has slightly elevated arsenic levels - and Auckland's supply is back within safe levels. Auckland's...
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'None of these decisions were easy': Former Covid-19 Response Minister responds to inquiry findings
The former Covid Response Minister says our vaccine mandates during the pandemic went too far. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has received the first...
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Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe barred from Parliament
Independent senator Lidia Thorpe was suspended from Parliament after she threw pieces of paper at Pauline Hanson after a row over racism erupted. Labor Senate leader...
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Black Caps v England: Williamson hits 50 after NZ lose third wicket
England have brought themselves back into the game late on day one of the first cricket test against New Zealand in Christchurch. Soon after removing Kane Williamson...
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Fake meat decline: Have we had our fill of alternatives?
A chef says meat replacements turned out to be a bit of a fad and they've declined in popularity. Plant-based food manufacturer Sustainable Foods has recently gone...
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Assisted dying bill: Former UK leaders voice opposition to legislation
The UK is moving closer towards the vote on the new assisted dying bill - but some former leaders don't approve. Boris Johnson, Liz Truss and Baroness May are among...
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OCR update: Were the markets left disappointed by today's cut?
The OCR was slashed by 50 basis points today - but some markets believe it could have gone lower. Some experts believed a chunkier 75 point cut was on the way before...
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Plan to relocate Westport amid rising flood risk considered
A plan to relocate the flood-prone West Coast town of Westport is being considered. Westport has been repeatedly inundated by flooding - with disasters escalating...
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OCR update: Borrowers may need to keep enthusiasm in check, expert warns
Many mortgage holders will be relieved to hear that the OCR has been brought down by an addition 50 basis points. Despite this, one expert is warning that borrowers...
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The Huddle: Do the paper bags need to go?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Nick Mills from ZB's Wellington Mornings joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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Elevated arsenic levels detected in river supplying Auckland and Waikato water, Govt briefed
Elevated levels of arsenic have been detected in the Waikato River, affecting water supplies in Auckland and Waikato. The Government has been briefed this evening...
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Explainer: How did Kmart manage to thrive during the economic downturn?
Kmart's New Zealand operation is approaching the $1 billion turnover mark, as it plans to open its largest store in the country yet. BusinessDesk reports annual...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 27 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 27 November, the OCR has dropped another 50 basis points to 4.25 percent. Infometrics Principal...
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'Annoying': Early Edition's Ryan Bridge hits out at paper bag charges
Newstalk ZB's own Ryan Bridge has hit out at the cost of paper bags at the supermarket. Woolworths currently charges customers 40c per paper bag after plastic bags...
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PriceMe sends warning to shoppers over misleading Black Friday deals
Price comparison service PriceMe has issued a warning about deceptive Black Friday deals. New research reveals 76 percent of the 100 most popular products last year...
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Proposed Health NZ job cuts spark concerns from PSA
There's fears of potential flow-on effects from more cost-cutting at Health New Zealand. The Public Service Association says the health agency is cutting a net 1478...
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Rate relief: What comes next for the OCR?
There's questions over what will come next for the OCR after today's 50 basis point cut. The Reserve Bank has hinted more cuts will come in the new year. However,...
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Barry Soper: Slow recovery ahead for NZ economy
Homeowners can expect some relief - as the Reserve Bank cuts the OCR down in its final update of the year. The central bank has slashed the rate 50 basis points...
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Mexico hints towards retaliatory tariffs in response to Trump threat
Mexico’s president, Claudia Sheinbaum, has claimed Donald Trump's proposed tariffs would do nothing to stop the flow of migrants coming through the US border. Sheinbaum...
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NZR in talks to move 2025 All Blacks v France clash to the US
New Zealand Rugby are weighing up the option of taking an All Blacks home test against France to the United States next year. The move comes a month after confirmation...
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Bus and train fares could surge by 2025 to meet NZTA targets
The Transport Agency is telling bus and train providers to take in more money, which could force fare hikes. Wellington's Regional Council is rejecting the call...
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Elon Musk throws support behind poll calling for second UK election
A petition calling for a second UK election is growing in support - and tech billionaire Elon Musk has voiced his support for it. Musk labelled the UK a 'tyrannical...
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Trump's second term could have consequences for agricultural trade, Rabobank warns
Donald Trump's return to the White House could lead to a more complex landscape for global food and agricultural trade, according to a new report by Rabobank. Rabobank...
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Donald Trump threatens Mexico, Canada and China with new tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to hit Mexico, Canada and China with new tariffs as soon as he takes office. In a post on social media, Trump promised...
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OCR update: Could the Reserve Bank have Christmas cuts coming?
The Reserve Bank is set to make its final decision for the Official Cash Rate for the year tomorrow afternoon. The general consensus among experts is that the OCR...
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The Huddle: Should we expect a capital gains tax?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
