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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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Prime Minister Starmer 'ready' to put UK troops on the ground in Ukraine
Sir Keir Starmer would put British troops in Ukraine to help guarantee a peace deal. The US and Russian Presidents are holding talks on the war - but excluding EU...
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A2 Milk shares surge as economic outlook improves
A2 Milk has upped its first-half net profit by 7.6 percent - overtaking expectations - and announced its first dividend of 8.5 cents a share. Its infant milk formula...
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Freightways reports increase in revenue despite economic downturn
One of our largest freight companies says it's yet to see economic green shoots. Freightways is reporting a 6.5 percent increase in profit in the six months to December. But...
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Minister Willis reveals another supermarket player expressed interest in NZ
The Economic Growth Minister says she's had another supermarket express their interest in setting up shop here. Nicola Willis has repeated the call we need more...
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The Huddle: Are we all getting sick of QR codes in restaurants?
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...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 17 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 17 February 2025, US and Russian negotiators are set to begin peace talks to end the war in Ukraine...
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'Really complicated': Immigration lawyer raises questions about Daman Kumar's case
A New Zealand-born Indian teen facing deportation has been granted a brief reprieve. It's now been paused, as Associate Immigration Minister Chris Penk decides whether...
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New Restaurant Association survey reveals Kiwi diners 'mixed' when it comes to QR codes
Kiwi diners have mixed feelings on replacing human service with technology, with many preferring face-to-face interaction. Those 46 and older showed negativity towards...
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OCR preview: Economics expert warns against cutting cash rates
An economics expert says cutting the Official Cash Rate is unwarranted. The Reserve Bank is set to release its first 2025 OCR decision on Wednesday. Many economists...
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'Geopolitical injustice': Kiwi K.A.R.E concerned about Ukraine's absence from US-Russia negotiations
There's concerns the US and Russia are having peace talks without involving anyone else - including Ukraine. Ukraine's European allies are set to gather in Paris...
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Barry Soper: Disgraceful conduct from Destiny Church - does the Government need to intervene?
There's renewed calls to evaluate Destiny Church's charitable status and tax treatment after their actions last weekend. Followers of Destiny Church - the religious...
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Peter Dutton unveils plan to 'deal with' insurers if coalition wins Government
Peter Dutton has vowed to 'deal with' insurers if they do not drop premiums in higher risk areas. The devastating floods in north Queensland have drawn attention...
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Auckland FC v Western United: Kiwi side boosts lead on A-League ladder
Motivation for revenge has inspired Auckland FC to yet another win in football's men's A-League. A pair of quick goals to end the first half has helped the league-leading...
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'There's going to have to be a conversation': Expert issues warning ahead of Russia-Ukraine war emergency talks
Trump's advisers are on their way to Saudi Arabia to begin negotiations with Russia to end the war with Ukraine - but Ukraine appears to have been left out of the...
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Sports Huddle: Could the All Blacks take on Joe Schmidt?
Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson and Sports Journalist Nick Bewley talk all things Super Rugby: The impact of Will Jordan and Scott Barrett, the team...
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Colin Mansbridge: Critical tweaks to the Crusaders
The first Super Rugby Pacific game is kicking off tonight. Crusaders boss Colin Mansbridge joins the show to discuss the season and the changes his team has made....
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Munich attack: Counterterrorism investigating asylum seeker
German Counter-terrorism officers have taken over the investigation into the incident yesterday in which a car drove into a crowd in Munich. At least 30 people...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 14 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 14 February 2025, there’s more upheaval in the health sector with the Director General of Health...
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Peter Lewis: Fears of China's deception in Cook Island's deal
Cook Island’s Prime Minister Mark Brown is in China as a deal is being signed between the two country’s. Has China spoken about what the deal involves? Asia Business...
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Why are sportswomen paid less than men?
The top 100 highest paid athletes in the world are all men. Christiano Ronaldo holds the top spot at US$260 million last year. How can women catch up? Auckland...
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Gary Petley: 'Huge' impact for Tokoroa in paper Mill shutdown
Tokoroa’s Kinleith Mill owner has confirmed plans to permanently end paper production. From June the change will be implemented and roughly 230 factory workers...
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Seymour pushes for longer parliamentary term
David Seymour is pushing for New Zealand to adopt a four-year parliamentary term. The ACT Party leader says in a longer term, select committees would be organised...
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Elliott Smith: 'Blockbuster' games on the way for Super Rugby
Super Rugby is back - can the Crusaders redeem themselves? Rugby Commentator Elliott Smith discusses major player losses, what to expect in the Blues v Chiefs match...
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Jason Walls: Health officials may be being pushed out
Another week has seen another Ministry of Health official’s resignation. Was Dr Diana Sarfati pushed out? A former defence and foreign minister is sounding the...
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What is going wrong in the health sector?
In another downfall for the health sector, the Director-General of Health Diana Sarfati has resigned. Sarfati will leave the role “promptly.” The news comes as...
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Controversial Robert F Kennedy Jr sworn in as Health Secretary
Donald Trump has announced more tariffs, and Robert F Kennedy Jr has been sworn in as Health Secretary – what will he do with his new powers? It’s Valentine's Day!...
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School spending sees Principal's Pilates classes paid for
Questionable spending by schools has been flagged by the Auditor General. According to a new report, 54 schools had spent money in ways that personally benefited...
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Russia-Ukraine peace talks: Fears Kyiv will be sidelined in US response
US President Donald Trump has confirmed talks to end the war in Ukraine will start immediately, although the US is indicating it won't regain all its territory. A...
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Trump tariffs: How are businesses reacting to the market uncertainty?
The expanded tariff measures announced by President Donald Trump are contributing to economic uncertainty held by multiple companies, according to experts. Major...
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Farmer outrage as Southland farmland set to be converted into forestry
A series of livestock sales making way for blanket afforestation on a productive hill-country station on the Hokonui Hills in Southland isn't being received well...