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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Santa Rally: Which stocks could look forward to a Christmas charge-up?
We're less than a week out from Christmas - and some key stocks could be well-placed for a Christmas charge-up. The 'Santa Rally' phenomenon refers to a strong share...
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NZ debt uptick likely to come with additional costs - S&P Global Ratings
The surprisingly large uptick in the amount of debt the Treasury is expected to issue in coming years will come at a cost, S&P Global Ratings warns. On Tuesday,...
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The Huddle: Should we require people to register their cats?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of...
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Vanuatu earthquake: Rescue efforts underway, water supply out
Fresh drinking water is an ongoing worry for those in Vanuatu following yesterday's 7.3 magnitude earthquake. Early reports estimate hundreds are injured and more...
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Greens propose compulsory microchipping, national cat register in new bill
Compulsory microchipping of pet cats could be on the cards with the introduction of a new Green Party bill. The party is proposing a law obliging people to chip...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 18 December 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 18 December 2024, the hotly debated Fast-Track Approvals Bill has become law. Infrastructure...
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Fast Track Approvals Bill: Infrastructure Minister expects surge in projects come February
There's expectations fast-tracked projects will kick in next year. The controversial Fast Track Approvals Bill passed its final reading in the House last night...
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Insurance Ombudsman debunks myth around driving with jandals
Drivers are being given the green-light to wear jandals behind the wheel. The Financial Services Ombudsman Karen Stevens has busted the myth insurance can't be claimed...
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Retail sector 'disappointed' as Easter trading bill struck down
There's disappointment that a bill has been voted down to remove trading restrictions on Good Friday and Easter Sunday. The MP conscience vote landed on 74 to 49...
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Barry Soper: Easter trading changes knocked down again
The ACT Party won't keep pushing to remove trading restrictions from Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Politicians have toppled a bill today in a conscience vote -...
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Mangione charged with murder, terrorism in UnitedHealthcare CEO killing
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has been charged with murder as an 'act of terrorism'. Mangione received...
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HPSNZ funding: Who lost out ahead of the LA Olympics?
Olympic medal-winning sports have been given a boost in funding heading into the Los Angeles Games - but not everyone got lucky. Rowing, Yachting, Athletics and...
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'Short-sighted': Esports NZ loses out on funding from High Performance Sport NZ
Esports New Zealand is feeling disappointment after being left out of a funding boost ahead of the next Olympics. High Performance Sport NZ has confirmed it will...
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UK Athletics stung by funding cuts ahead of 2028 LA Olympics
UK Sport has slashed UK Athletics' funding for the Los Angeles Olympic cycle by nearly £1.75 million - and the organisation isn't happy. It's an 8 percent cut,...
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HYEFU revealed: How can the Government get out of this?
The Government's half-year fiscal update paints a bleak economic picture for the years ahead. It revealed the Government's debt path is steeper than previously...
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The Huddle: Is it a council's job to make submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill?
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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New research reveals more Kiwis are using prescription drugs for recreational purposes
A new survey out of Massey University has sparked concerns surrounding the number of Kiwis using prescription drugs recreationally. One out of four survey respondents...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 17 December 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 17 December 2024, I see red, I see red, I see red! Finance Minister Nicola Willis talks to...
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Minimum wage increase: Expert reveals potential impacts on employment
Business advocates believe the latest minimum wage increase strikes the right balance during an economic downturn. The minimum wage will rise 1.5 percent - or 35...
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'We've listened to the sector': Accredited Employer Work Visa changes designed to help Kiwi businesses
The Government says changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa should make hiring migrants easier, and protect Kiwis in low-skilled jobs. Amendments from March...
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Orana Wildlife Park pauses animal transfers after major investigation
Christchurch's Orana Wildlife Park is moving forward, after two reviews into allegations of unreported animal deaths and an unsafe workplace. Both found Orana lacked...
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Finance Minister outlines path for getting Government books balanced
The Government's devised a new measure for counting its coins, which gives it a more positive look. Treasury reports the Government now won't hit surplus before...
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Barry Soper: A grim day for the economy
The Finance Minister's painting a grim picture of the economy - signalling the Government will further cut into the Public Service. Treasury's opened its books...
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Australian families caught up in suspected mass Fiji alcohol poisoning
Two Australian families are receiving medical assistance after a group of tourists fell ill in Fiji from suspected alcohol poisoning. Seven Australians who stayed...
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Black Caps beat out England in final farewell to Southee
A triumph to finish the test cricket year for New Zealand. They have won the third and final match against England by 423 runs in Hamilton, but lost the series 2-1. That...
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'Inhuman': Chief Ombudsman outlines concerns with prisoner treatment
The Chief Ombudsman says our treatment of New Zealand's most dangerous prisoners does not support rehabilitation. The Prisoners of Extreme Risk Unit holds 13 of...
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Israel to close embassy in Ireland, diplomatic corps withdrawn
Israel’s foreign minister says Israel will close its embassy in Dublin over the 'extreme anti-Israel policies of the Irish Government'. Gideon Saar said the Republic...
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Government looks to shake up Kiwisaver
The finance industry is approving a shake up to KiwiSaver. The Government is looking at loosening the rules about where people can put their savings - as part of...
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Calls growing to address overheating in townhouses
There's growing demand for changes to building regulations to prevent new-build townhouses from overheating in the summer. Homeowners from across the nation have...
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The Huddle: Do we agree with the Local Government Act changes?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
