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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Far-right French leader calls for rally in support of Marine Le Pen
French far-right leader Jordan Bardella has called on people to rally in the centre of Paris this coming weekend in support of Marine Le Pen. Le Pen was recently...
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Liberation Day: Could New Zealand fly under the radar tomorrow?
Tomorrow at 9am NZT, investors, economists and financial experts will be tuned in to watch Donald Trump's much-anticipated update regarding tariffs. Many nations...
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The Huddle: Should Te Pāti Māori get their pay docked?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
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'We've been seeing a downturn': Auckland restaurateur reveals why KOL had to close
Another famed Kiwi restaurant has been forced to close its doors amid the ongoing economic downturn. Sid and Chand Sahrawat are shuttering Ponsonby's KOL, citing...
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Revealed: New details surface following Adrian Orr's shock resignation
The Reserve Bank wasn’t planning to announce former governor Adrian Orr’s resignation until after it had hosted a big international conference. But the unexplained...
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Government unveils new measures designed to crack down on 'cowboy builders'
The Government has unveiled some new measures designed to create more consequences for 'cowboy builders'. Tales of shoddy work have heighted concerns - encouraging...
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Property stats: Is the housing market set to take off?
Property sales have reached the highest point in years - but the number of unsold homes is at a record high. Barfoot & Thompson has revealed March was a record month...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 02 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 2 April 2025, a review has found a litany of failures led to an 11 year-old being mistaken...
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Perspective with Ryan Bridge: We'll soon find out what 'America First' means for NZ
Trump's tariffs are coming tomorrow - and he's basically playing God with the global economy. I've found the stuff we should know: The presser is 4pm Eastern time...
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'My blood was boiling': Napier B&B owner explains why he's turning away Americans
A Napier accommodation provider is doubling down on turning away Americans - saying it's a protest against the Trump administration 'betraying' Ukraine. Bluff Hill...
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ACT's David Seymour suggests Te Pāti Māori face punishment for skipping hearing
ACT Party leader David Seymour says Te Pāti Māori should be penalised for shunning their Privileges Committee hearing. Co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri...
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'Never should have happened': Health NZ apologetic following review into mistaken identity incident
Health New Zealand has apologised and says it's a top priority to make sure a case of mistaken identity never happens again. Police mistook an 11-year-old for a...
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Jason Walls: Recapping the Te Pāti Māori saga
Te Pāti Māori says it isn't sorry its MPs did a Haka in the house last year - and would do it again in a heartbeat. An MP has been called before the powerful Privileges...
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US prosecutors seeking death penalty for Luigi Mangione
The US Justice Department is seeking the death penalty if Luigi Mangione is found guilty. Mangione is on federal charges for allegedly shooting United Healthcare...
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Black Caps v Pakistan: Kiwi side leading in Hamilton
Pakistan will require a hero in Hamilton to avoid a crushing defeat in the second one-dayer against the Black Caps. The tourists, chasing 293 to win, are in dire...
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Famed prescription weight-loss drug gets green light for NZ usage
A prescription weight-loss drug embraced by celebrities now has the green light in New Zealand. Wegovy injections limit appetite and reduce food cravings. It...
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UK bracing itself for Trump tariffs ahead of 'Liberation Day'
The UK is expecting to be hit by new US tariffs on Wednesday, with Downing Street indicating a new deal with the US won't be reached in time. President Donald Trump...
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America's Cup debate: Could Auckland have afforded the event?
The Government's move to reject an Auckland America's Cup bid has been met with divided responses. The play for 2027 series can't go ahead without an extra $75 million...
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'Weren't convinced': HSBC chief economist explains why the RBA held the OCR steady
The Australian Reserve Bank has moved to hold the OCR steady at 4.1 percent following this afternoon's meeting. Interest rates started to drop in February - but...
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The Huddle: Do secondary school students need mandatory Shakespeare?
Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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Government announces changes set to reassure landowners about health and safety standards
Brooke van Velden says she's fixing unclear laws - on landowner liability for accidents on their land. The Workplace Relations Minister's announced changes to...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 01 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 1 April 2025, Auckland is officially out of the running to host the next America's Cup. Hospitality's...
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'Kooky': Christchurch community boards react to proposed pedestrian crossing
A proposed pedestrian crossing's become a bit of a joke - after differing views were shared from two Christchurch community boards. The southbound lane of Deans...
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Skink rescue mission took three weeks and $85,000 to accomplish - report
Questions have been raised over a three-week mission to locate and re-home three native skinks, at a cost of $85,000. It involved clearing vegetation along State...
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'Simplistic assessment': Hospitality NZ head 'disappointed' that America's Cup won't return
The boss of Hospitality NZ says the Government's reasons for not backing an Auckland America's Cup bid don't stack up. Auckland Unlimited has confirmed the denial...
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'We're pleased': NZR head satisfied as settlement reached with Ineos
New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson is relieved a quick resolution has been found to the Ineos stand-off. The petrochemical giant and NZR have reached a settlement...
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Barry Soper: Can Te Pati Māori get away with refusing to attend their hearing?
Te Pati Māori won't attend a Privileges Committee hearing tomorrow - despite being summoned over a haka performed by MPs during reading of the Treaty Principles...
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Australia holds OCR steady ahead of potential Trump tariffs - report
Australia's Reserve Bank has kept its Official Cash Rate unchanged - as it waits for the impact of tariffs expected from Donald Trump tomorrow. New Zealand's Central...
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Team NZ reveals the 38th America's Cup will not be hosted in Auckland
Auckland's chances of hosting the 38th America's Cup defence in 2027 have sailed over the horizon without Government investment. Team New Zealand has responded with...
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Curriculum update: Proposed English standards met with 'scepticism' by teachers
There's scepticism in the education sector over a newly proposed English curriculum. The Ministry of Education has released suggestions for year 7-to-13 studies...
