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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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 19 December 2024
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 19 December. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday...
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Mastercard fight back against proposed Commerce Commission cap
Mastercard is pushing back against the Commerce Commission's plan to put a cap on credit card fees. The Commission says regulation for credit and contactless payments...
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Government aims to change free speech rules impacting universities
A new bill looks to make universities less 'risk adverse' over freedom of speech. When introduced in March, it will amend the Education and Training Act and require...
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'A much more elegant solution': Air NZ launches new measures to make bag recovery easier
Travellers with Air New Zealand can now use Apple AirTags to find their lost luggage. The carrier is enabling a feature letting customers share the live location...
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'Disappointing': Waitangi National Trust chair responds to Luxon opting out of Treaty Grounds event
A Northland Maori leader says Waitangi Day could be more volatile than ever. Prime Minister Chris Luxon's decided against attending celebrations at the Treaty Grounds. He...
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Former Finance Minister says Kiwis deserve explanation following GDP dip
People will have questions, after one of the country's worst quarterly GDP dips in decades. Stats NZ figures show New Zealand's gross domestic product crashed down...
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Barry Soper: No surprise Luxon's skipping Waitangi celebrations at Treaty Grounds
The Prime Minister's revealed he will not be at the historic Treaty grounds for Waitangi Day celebrations next year. Chris Luxon says he'll instead take part in...
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Raygun demands $11,000 from comedy club over planned stage musical
Australian Olympic breakdancer Rachael 'Raygun' Gunn is demanding $11,000 in legal fees from the owner of a Sydney-based comedy club who planned to stage a show...
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F1: Could Liam Lawson take Sergio Perez's vacant seat?
Liam Lawson might have his nose in front, but Red Bull insist no decision has been locked in over Sergio Perez's vacant seat for 2025. The Mexican driver has negotiated...
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'Terrible for our community': Far North Mayor issues warning after second dog attack at Taipā Beach
The Far North District Council has issued a warning after a string of dog attacks in the region. An 8-year-old girl was hospitalised after being attacked by a dog...
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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...
