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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Rules on UK car production relaxed as a result of Trump tariffs
The UK Government is stepping in to make things a little easier for car manufactures following Trump's latest tariff update. A ban on producing new petrol and diesel...
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NZ stocks make significant drop following latest Trump tariffs
The NZX50 index had fallen around 3.7 percent at the close of market today as Donald Trump's tariffs continue to reverberate globally. It hasn't had a fall of this...
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The Huddle: Should the Greens be upset about the billboards?
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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NZ timber exports escape Trump tariffs - for now
There is relief among New Zealand's wood exporters - who've escaped the import tariffs set by the US. Imports of timber and lumbar products into the US have dodged...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 07 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 7 April 2025, Defence Minister Judith Collins has revealed a huge boost for New Zealand's defence...
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'Uncertain implications': Nicola Willis issues warning about the impact of Trump tariffs
The Finance Minister has been getting updates about the financial fallout from the latest batch of Trump tariffs. New Zealand goods have been hit with a 10 percent...
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'Incredibly disappointed': Auckland FC CEO responds to weekend confrontation
Auckland FC says a fan was involved in an assault that left a man hospitalised. Police are considering charges against a 46-year-old man after the attack at Saturday's...
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'Unprecedented': Markets dropping as Trump tariffs 'ripple' through global economy
The NZX50 index had fallen about 3.7 percent at the close of market today - as Donald Trump's tariffs continue to reverberate globally. It hasn't had a fall of this...
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Minister Collins outlines benefits of $12b Defence Capability Plan
The Government's keeping its cards close to its chest on how it'll fund a mammoth defence splurge. It's injecting $12 billion over the next four years into building...
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Barry Soper: Why has the Government announced a $12b defence spend?
The Prime Minister says a multi-billion dollar boost for the Defence Force is about our national interest. The Government's unveiled its Defence Capability Plan,...
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South Australian drivers set to be monitored by AI cameras
Drivers in South Australia will be watched by artificial intelligence cameras aimed at cutting traffic and boosting economic activity. The South Australian Government...
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Liam Lawson placing 17th in Japanese Grand Prix
A pit strategy gamble has failed to pay off on Liam Lawson’s return to Racing Bulls. He has come 17th in Formula One’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Lawson was...
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Mental Health Minister confirms police will still respond to mental health callouts
The Government is assuring police will still respond to mental health callouts when needed. The Mental Health Foundation has launched a petition asking police...
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Ryan Bridge: He might have lost the battle, but has David Seymour won the war?
David Seymour's lost the battle but has he won the war? If the goal was to redefine the Treaty principles in one fowl swoop with a bill that didn't have the support...
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Hungary withdraws from International Criminal Court, welcomes Netanyahu
Hungary is withdrawing from the International Criminal Court at the same time it welcomed Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a visit. Netanyahu had an...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 04 April 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 4 April 2025, human error and incompetence were the main issues that led to the Manawanui's sinking....
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Peter Lewis: Trumps tariffs on Asia 'morally reprehensible'
Asia has been hit the hardest by Donald Trump's Liberation Day tariffs. China was dealt reciprocal tariffs of 34% - on top of the 20% tariffs the US President had...
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Barry Soper wraps the political week
It's been another big week in politics - Greens MP Tamatha Paul went under fire for DJ'ing anti-police anthems at a Wellington festival, while her colleague Benjamin...
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Ticket Fairy CEO: Company receiving abuse, racial hatred after event cancellations
Ticket company Ticket Fairy is receiving online abuse and racial hatred after cancellations to Juicy Fest and Timeless Summer Tour. The events were cancelled after...
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Sports Huddle: Why is Australia dominating Super Rugby?
Newstalk ZB’s sports news director Clay Wilson and sports journalist Nicky Styris join the Sports Huddle. It's been a terrible week for Liam Lawson who was dropped...
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Nick Tuffley: Trump's tariffs to have inflation fallout on NZ
Another major bank has advice for mortgage holders ahead of The Royal Bank of New Zealand official cash rate decision new week. The Royal Bank of New Zealand is...
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James Meager: 'Game playing' in Treaty Principles Bill submissions
The Justice Committee is recommending Parliament vote the Treaty Principles Bill down. Out of 300,000 submissions, 90% were opposed, but ACT leader David Seymour...
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Barry Soper: Coalition parties gain ground in new polls
Labour and Te Pāti Māori lose ground in recent polls, with ACT up 2.3% and NZ first, 7.5% The Greens rose by one percent to 11%. It comes as Greens member
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Dan Mitchinson: US market makes record drop following Liberation Day
Following Trumps Liberation Day tariffs, the Dow has plunged 1,700 points and the Nasdaq is down 0.5%. The market's seen its biggest drop since the start of the...
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Judith Collins: Manawanui distraction is 'not good enough'
Human error and failing to disengage autopilot has been confirmed as the root cause of a New Zealand Navy ship running aground and sinking in the Pacific, a report...
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Jason Pine: Can Liam Lawson impress at the Japanese GP?
It's a big weekend for Liam Lawson, who needs to impress after a disappointing start to the season with Red Bull. He's set to race in the Japanese Grand Prix's...
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Chris Major: Sky customers asked to replace satellite dish
Sky TV is finally switching to a new satellite after months of customers complaining about poor reception. The changeover will happen in the week starting 14 April,...
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'Frantic': How will the UK respond to Trump's new tariffs?
The UK will likely be pushing hard for a better deal after President Donald Trump unveiled the new tariffs set to impact the region. Trump announced new levies on...
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What could the new Trump tariffs mean for your mortgage?
There's been plenty of discussion about Donald Trump's new barrage of tariffs - and many Kiwis have been left wondering what it means for them. The new tariffs come...
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Trump tariffs: How did NZ's rural sector respond?
Donald Trump has finally unveiled his long-awaited batch of tariffs - and it's gotten a mixed reaction from New Zealand's rural sector. Red meat producers have voiced...
