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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Barry Soper wraps the political week
It’s been another big week in politics. The Government has committed 12 billion over four years to defence, Winston Peters thinks the Prime Minister’s free trade...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 11 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 11 April 2025, the Government's expanding the definition of who is a veteran... but is it just...
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Peter Lewis: China presenting itself as defenders of global trade
China appears to beattempting to form a united front against Washington, by drawing on support from other nations. President Donald Trump has temporarily backed...
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Jeff Ilott: 'Sky's the limit' in Government's move to use local wool in construction
The Government has announced local wool products will be used in future construction and refurbishments of state buildings. It's part of the New Zealand First coalition...
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Sports Huddle: Neurological effects putting people off rugby
Oceania Football Confederation Communications Manager Matt Brown and Sportstalk Host D’Arcy Waldegrave join the Sports Huddle this week. Team New Zealand boss...
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Ryan Bridge: You've got to hand it to Winston Peters
You've got to hand it to Winston Raymond Peters. On this his 80th birthday... he's jetting round the Pacific representing his country. Keeping us close to our friends...
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Kate Hall: Temu products to become cheaper after Trump's major tariffs
Chinese retailers like Temu and Shein could be looking to increase their influence in New Zealand. The e-commerce giants will have excess stock after US President...
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Grant Dalton: Team NZ withdrew offer for Peter Burling
Longtime helmsman Peter Burling is departing Emirates Team New Zealand due to contracting disagreements. Burling was the youngest helmsman to win an America’s Cup,...
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Chris Penk: Entitlements unchanged as veteran definition expanded
The Government is changing the definition of a veteran, expanding the term to cover roughly 100,000 more ex-soldiers, sailors and aviators. However, eligibility...
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Barry Soper: Luxon 'too busy' to attend Treaty Bill vote in Parliament
The Prime Minister is defending his absence from Parliament yesterday as the Treaty Settlement Bill was voted down. He said he doesn’t regret not being there as...
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Dan Mitchinson: Investigations underway into Hudson River helicopter crash
6 people have been killed after a helicopter crashed in New York City’s Hudson River. Three adults and three children were on a sightseeing flight when the helicopter...
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Jason Pine: Peter Burling is just the first domino to fall
Peter Burling is bidding farewell to Team New Zealand, after leading the team to three America’s Cup wins. Is Sail GP affecting the retention of sailors for the...
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New bill set to allow alcohol sales on public holidays moves through to Select Committee
A Labour MP is pushing for change on alcohol sales on certain holidays. Kieran McAnulty's new bill will let licensed businesses already open on ANZAC Day morning,...
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Prime Minister Starmer warns UK economy will struggle regardless of tariffs
Over in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned the economy is likely to struggle regardless of the tariff situation. US President Donald Trump has adjusted...
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The Huddle: Was the Treaty Principles Bill saga worth all the debate?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Explained: How can we make investments in a volatile market?
It's been an interesting week for global markets - with figures dropping or rising at a rapid rate. As Donald Trump's tariffs spark fear - or elation - among investors,...
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How are Kiwi beef exporters handling the US tariffs?
United States beef prices haven't budged much since the implementation of the 10 percent tariff by President Donald Trump - but Kiwi exporters aren't safe. A subsequent...
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Trump's tariff u-turn: How fears of a bond market crisis prompted the change
Reports indicate the bond market ultimately prompted Trump to pull back on his stream of tariffs. The US President announced on social media that he paused tariffs...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 10 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursdsay, 10 April 2025, the Treaty Principles Bill is dead, but its architect David Seymour is already...
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OCR cut: Expert explains why banks take so long to pass savings on
The OCR dropped 25 basis points again yesterday - but many homeowners have wondered why their mortgage rates haven't followed. Many people currently on floating...
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New research reveals only one in three parents have rules for their kids' social media use
New independent research conducted by Talbot Mills reveals only one in three parents have established rules around their kids' social media usage. While the overwhelming...
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Explained: What do the China-US trade tensions mean for the rest of the world?
US President Donald Trump today forged ahead with tariffs of 125 percent against Chinese goods - escalating the US-China trade war. Trump’s sweeping tariffs have...
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'Absolutely a possibility': ACT's David Seymour open to Treaty referendum after bill struck down
Going, going - almost gone. MPs from all parties other than ACT are shutting down the Treaty Principles Bill today, with passionate displays of rhetoric. It's been...
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Barry Soper: Uproar in the House today over the Treaty Principles Bill's second reading
The Treaty Principles Bill is dead, voted down by all parties except ACT - 11 to 112 - before a packed gallery. Fiery moments included Labour's Willie Jackson being...
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Australian stock market bounces back after earlier slump
Over in Australia, stocks have surged after an earlier crash brought about by Donald Trump's new tariffs. The ASX climbed more than 6 percent in early trade, while...
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Joey Manu reportedly considering release from French rugby contract
The race for Joey Manu's signature on both sides of the Tasman - across both oval-ball codes - appears on. The Sydney Morning Herald reports the former Rooster -...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: Barbara Edmonds and Labour were wrong about the tariffs
Trump's tariff backdown proves that Nicola was right and Barbara was wrong. Willis took the cool, calm, collected approach. Take advice, watch closely, don't react...
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US markets analyst unpacks why Trump may have paused the tariffs
A US markets analyst suspects Donald Trump is trying to buy time by lowering tariffs on most countries to a blanket 10 percent for 90 days. But the US President's...
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UK Government could potentially nationalise British Steel - report
Over in the UK, the Government could potentially nationalise British Steel as fears grow that the company's blast furnaces in Scunthorpe could run out of raw materials...
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OCR update: What will the Reserve Bank examine amid ongoing trade concerns?
The Reserve Bank is keeping a watching brief internationally as Donald Trump's new tariffs kick in. The central bank cut the Official Cash Rate another 25 basis...
