Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
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HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
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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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Trump accuses Ireland of 'stealing' US companies
US President Trump has accused Ireland of stealing the US pharmaceutical industry and the tax revenue that he believes should have been paid to the US. Irish premier...
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Explained: Why has Tesla's share price dropped?
Tesla's share price has taken a dive in recent months. Donald Trump's ascension to the US Presidency initially helped boost the share price, but it's since dropped...
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Southland farmers call for wild ducks to be labelled as pests
Southern farmers are in a flap about wild ducks, calling for the mallard breed to be designated pests so they can be killed throughout the year. Southland’s Federated...
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The Huddle: Is it time to change how we vote in local elections?
Tonight on The Huddle, AUT chancellor Rob Campbell and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Immigration: Has the Kiwi brain drain peaked?
The number of people leaving the country long-term hit another new record in the year to January - but monthly data suggests the brain drain has peaked. Stats NZ...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 13 March 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 13 March 2025, investors are stoked with what they've been hearing at the Government's big...
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'Work in progress': Expert unpacks day one of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit
Investors are keen to see a long term pipeline of work - before committing to spending their money here. More than a hundred companies, managing about six trillion...
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'We need to sort it': Nelson mayor says in-person voting would boost local election turnout
There's increasing suggestions turnout in local body elections would improve with a move to in-person voting. Local Government New Zealand wants postal voting scrapped...
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Married At First Sight Australia: Regulatory body launches investigation into series
The latest season of Married At First Sight Australia has been plagued by scandals on and off the screen - and now a regulatory body has launched a wider investigation. SafeWork...
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'Not true': Physicians disputing Govt claims following bowel cancer screening changes
Physicians are coming down hard on the Government's evidence being used to prop up their changes to bowel cancer funding. Last week, the Government announced it...
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Minister Bishop outlines hopes for Infrastructure Investment Summit
The Minister in charge of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit says deals will mostly be done in the coming weeks, months and years ahead. More than...
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Barry Soper: Thoughts ahead of Jacinda Ardern's first children's book
Dame Jacinda Ardern is releasing her first children's book, called 'Mum's Busy Work'. The former Prime Minister says it's told through the eyes of a child, based...
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Westpac boss urges Australians to stop complaining about tariffs
Over in Australia, Westpac's head is urging people to stop complaining over the new tariffs set out by the Trump administration. The US President has recently confirmed...
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Super Rugby: Beauden Barrett set to miss games following hand injury
The Blues are prepared to spend around a month of Super Rugby without Beauden Barrett. Barrett will certainly miss the next two games against the Chiefs and Crusaders...
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Wellington High Court ruling leaves law firms, Government staff, scrambling
There's widespread uncertainty among developers after a Department of Conservation wildlife permit was deemed unlawful. The High Court in Wellington made the decision...
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UK helped Ukraine and the US to reach ceasefire agreement
New reports reveal the UK had been working behind the scenes in helping the US and Ukraine to reach an agreement over a proposed ceasefire deal with Russia. Ukrainian...
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Investors concerned as US markets see significant drop
Investors have voiced concerns over declining US market growth - resulting in a significant drop. US President Donald Trump also didn't rule out a recession in a...
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IMF report issues warning to Govt over deregulating banks
The International Monetary Fund is cautioning the Government against bending over backwards, deregulating banks in a bid to spur more competition in the sector. Finance...
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Jason Walls: What can we expect from the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit?
Delegates from some of the world's largest banks and investment firms have arrived in Auckland for the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Summit. Cabinet...
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The Huddle: Will Russia agree to the ceasefire deal with Ukraine?
Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Kiwiblog's David Farrar joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day...
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Food scrap bins: Hamilton City Council staffer defends bins as Whanganui ditches them
One Hamilton City Council staffer is speaking in defence of food scrap bins. Whanganui District Council has made the decision to ditch food scrap bins for good-...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 12 March 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 12 March 2025, with a Ukraine ceasefire deal now on the table - is Russia going to agree?...
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'Extraordinary engineering': Minister Shane Jones celebrates new Pohokura gas well
The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply. A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Taranaki was switched...
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NZCTU voices disapproval with the Government scrapping living wage contract rules
Unions are disputing the Government's reasoning for scrapping living wage contract rules. This move is part of a wider proposal to simplify the procurement process...
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'Unfortunate': Expert responds to Trump rejecting Australia's bid for tariff exemption
It's unclear if Australia will hit the US with counter-tariffs after Donald Trump's recent announcement. The US President has confirmed Australia won't be exempt...
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Russia unlikely to agree to proposed temporary ceasefire, expert warns
A Ukraine ceasefire could be a while away yet, according to one expert. Ukraine's agreed to a US-proposed 30-day ceasefire with Russia, after Washington and Kyiv...
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Barry Soper: 'Extraordinary' earnings for NZ banking sector amid economic downturn
Banks are hanging tough despite tough economic conditions. A KPMG report has found the sector's net profit for 2024 increased just 0.25 percent from the previous...
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US Department of Education set to lay off nearly half its workforce
The US Department of Education has initiated mass layoffs, reducing its workforce by nearly 50 percent. Impacted staff will be placed on administrative leave from...
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes key role in Manchester United's new stadium plan
A hint of irony from Manchester United's new stadium plans, at least from a New Zealand perspective. Part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is behind plans to build a new...
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Briscoe’s Rod Duke urges Govt to boost economy amid profit slump
Briscoe Group's revenue has stayed virtually flat, with profit taking a hit. Total revenue for the owner of Briscoe Homeware and Rebel Sport decreased 0.06 percent...
