Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
4pm-7pm Weekdays
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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The Huddle: What do we think of the US election results?
Tonight on The Huddle, Ali Jones from Red PR and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union 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: 07 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 7 November 2024, Donald Trump's the new US president-elect, so what does this mean for NZ trade...
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Recorp opening: Kiwi start-up rolls out first NZ-made aluminium cans
Kiwi start-up Recorp, backed up by some of New Zealand's biggest names in business, has opened up its new aluminium facility. The company is promising to be the...
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US Election 2024: What happens to Donald Trump's criminal cases?
Donald Trump is set to return to the White House - but the question remains over what will happen to his dozens of criminal charges. The former President will be...
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Treaty Principles Bill: Ngāti Toa iwi head unimpressed with legislation
There was controversy in Parliament today, following the introduction of ACT's Treaty Principles Bill. If adopted, it would set out the principles of the Treaty...
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New Zealand could become an exception to Trump's trade plan - Winston Peters
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves worrying about Donald Trump's trade agenda. Trump has soared to victory in the...
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Barry Soper: Tensions and protests heating up following Treaty Bill legislation
David Seymour’s Treaty Principles Bill has been introduced to Parliament today, sparking protests outside the Beehive. The Bill was introduced a full 11 days earlier...
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All Blacks v Ireland: Ethan de Groot left out of test match
An available-again Ethan de Groot has been unable to break into the All Blacks 23 for Saturday's test against Ireland. The loosehead specialist has been left out,...
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'What could have been done?': Democrats looking at next steps following US election loss
There's uncertainty among the Democrats as Donald Trump prepares to take up the White House reins. The Republican Party has attained a decisive victory, winning...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Let's put Donald Trump's win into perspective
Let me tell you, it was absolutely no surprise to me to see my Facebook friends going crazy over Trump winning the election last night - and there's been plenty...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: There are few things more political than a political leak
To the Treaty Principles Bill. Despite David Seymour's best efforts to pretend that there's absolutely nothing to see here, there is no doubt in my mind that the...
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US election has taken over headlines worldwide
The US election has taken over headlines worldwide, with the UK’s news cycle battling time zones to print the latest in their morning papers. Meanwhile, the UK...
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Crowds at Harris HQ empties out
Kamala Harris will not speak tonight. Donald Trump is making his way towards his headquarters. NZ Herald Deputy Political Editor Thomas Coughlan is at Harris’ HQ...
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The Huddle: Tim Wilson and Maurice Williamson on US presidential campaign, Treaty Principles Bill change of schedule
Former US correspondent Tim Wilson of Maxim Institute and Auckland Councilor Maurice Williamson, former US Consul General join the Huddle to discuss the US presidential...
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Trump leads in key swing states
Trump is leading in swing states and pollster John Zogby tells Heather du Plessis-Allan the “path to victory” for Kamala Harris is narrowing. Zogby says within...
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Westpac sets tougher climate targets for kiwi dairy farms than Australian counterparts
Westpac has set tougher climate targets for Kiwi dairy farmers than it has for their Australian counterparts. The bank wants to reduce the emissions of all dairy...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 06 November 2024
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 6 November 2024, Donald Trump is on track to win the US election. Heather speaks to Republican...
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“He will face a lot of pushback”: Former Trade Minister on Trump’s proposed import tariffs
New Zealand business wait with bated breath to find out who will become president in the US. It currently seems that Trump will take the win. He has promised big...
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Unemployment rises less than expected
Unemployment rose less than expected in the September quarter – from 4.6% to 4.8%. This comes slightly below the financial market expectation of 5%. Infometrics...
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Kamala Harris expected to speak soon
Democrat and former US ambassador to New Zealand Mark Gilbert is at Howard University, Kamala Harris’ election night headquarters where she is expected to speak...
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“An experiment that went wrong for the Democrats”: former Senate debate moderator on Harris trailing in swing states
The votes continue to be counted, and it is looking like an uphill battle for Kamala Harris. Donald Trump leads in all swing states except Nevada. US political...
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“He’s extraordinary when you think about his survivability”: Barry Soper on Trump's potential to return to presidency
The New York Times is calling Donald Trump as the likely winner of the US election, projecting 297 Electoral College seats. Only one President in history has returned...
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Former US ambassador to NZ believes Trump will win crucial battleground states
Crucial battleground states are flip-flopping between blue and red as ballots pile up. Former US ambassador to New Zealand Scott Brown believes Donald Trump will...
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“Sometimes you get things done early, you go early": David Seymour on schedule change for Treaty Principles Bill
The Government has brought forward the introduction of the Treaty Principles Bill. The legislation will be introduced to Parliament on Thursday, more than a week...
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“Not in the strongest position right now”: Jack Tame on latest in US election
The US election is ticking into its last hours. As voters are putting pen to paper, conflicting views on key priorities will set a challenge for whoever ultimately...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan: The latest on the US election
Let me get you up to speed on what is happening in the US election. At this point, it is still really early. There's a lot yet to happen, but it's feeling a hell...
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What would a Trump win mean for relations with the UK?
The US election results will start flooding in tomorrow - and UK officials are weighing up the implications of a Trump or Harris victory. Donald Trump winning his...
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Meat and wine exporters bracing for tariffs ahead of potential Trump presidency
Meat and wine exporters are scrambling to get a handle on the possibility of higher tariffs in a key market if Donald Trump wis the presidency. The Republican presidential...
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Unemployment figures likely to reach 5 percent, experts warn
The Reserve Bank has warned the economic downturn is expected to get worse before it gets better, with unemployment being expected to worsen. The bank's biannual...
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IRD admits to sending 'raw' taxpayer data to Meta
Inland Revenue has admitted to providing Facebook owner Meta with the names, addresses and other contact details of 268,000 taxpayers in 'raw' unencrypted form. This...
