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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Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform Party leads in UK poll for the first time
Nigel Farage's right-wing Reform UK Party overtook the Labour Party to become the country's most popular political party in a new YouGov poll. The poll showed that...
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Australian rate forecast: Could cuts be coming this February?
Australia has kept their official cash rate on hold for an entire year - but one expert believes that's likely to change. The nation has been committed to bringing...
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GDT auction: What are experts predicting for February?
Experts are hoping for a good result ahead of tonight's GDT auction. Jarden economists are expecting a 4 to 5 percent lift - off the back of a solid auction in January. The...
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Treasury warns 'significant reforms' will be needed if the Government sticks to current track
Treasury has warned the Government that 'significant reforms' or 'reductions to public services' will be needed in the not-too-distant future if it sticks to its...
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The Huddle: Will these new changes help Kāinga Ora?
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from Maxim Institute and former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 04 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 4 February 2025, Kainga Ora has got a turnaround plan, and it involves selling off 900 old state...
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Banking regulations: Can the Government force banks to lend to petrol stations and mines?
The Prime Minister has taken aim at the chief executives of New Zealand’s largest banks saying it was 'utterly unacceptable' that some were withdrawing banking services...
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'We're very excited': Super Rugby Pacific CEO optimistic as new award introduced for 2025 season
There's optimism from the head of Super Rugby Pacific that players and coaches will stay genuine with their votes for the competition's new award. The Player of...
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Wellington property: House price dip unlikely to impact rates bills, expert warns
Wellington housing valuations have taken a dive, with no suburb unscathed. QV valuations show house values have fallen 24.4 percent since 2021, with the average...
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'We want to be like Ireland': Expert explains the benefits of a lower corporate tax rate
New Zealand could have one of the least competitive corporation tax rates - but that could change by May. The Prime Minister has hinted this year's Budget could...
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'We'll focus on the core functions': Kāinga Ora chair outlines new plans for agency
Kāinga Ora is focused on bringing down its building costs going forward. The Government is taking aim at its pricing - saying it is refocusing the state landlord...
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Barry Soper: What can we expect from Peters' meeting with the Mexican ambassador?
Mexico's ambassador met with Winston Peters at Waitangi today following last week's infamous comments made by Shane Jones. The NZ First MP made headlines after he...
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NSW transport minister resigns following revelation she used taxpayer-funded ministerial car for personal trips
Jo Haylen has quit as the New South Wales transport minister after it was revealed she used a ministerial car for personal purposes. It recently emerged that Haylen...
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Super Rugby Pacific introduces Player of the Year award
Super Rugby Pacific chief executive Jack Mesley feels they've landed on the best possible format for the competition's new Player of the Year award. Captains and...
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Climate Minister confirms commitment to targets amid Paris Agreement debate
The Climate Minister is reiterating support for climate targets. Act leader David Seymour's suggested New Zealand could pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement -...
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Former Spanish football head to go on trial over World Cup kiss
The former president of Spain's football federation, Luis Rubiales, is set to go on trial later today. Rubiales stands accused of sexual assault for kissing the...
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Markets dip as Trump set to deliver new tariffs - report
President Donald Trump is set to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China - and the markets took a tumble overnight. Canada and Mexico are facing 25 percent...
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Trump tariffs: Can New Zealand establish an FTA with the US?
One expert believes the US could potentially establish a Free Trade Agreement with New Zealand. Donald Trump is set to meet with the leaders of Canada and Mexico...
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The Huddle: Are Luxon's Waitangi Day plans a cowardly way out?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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"We can't take tax off the table": Finance Minister hints at potential corporate tax cuts
The Finance Minister's floated potential tax cuts for corporations. Speaking to Ryan Bridge about economic growth, Nicola Willis says our corporate tax rate is...
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Grammys 2025: Recapping the winners, performances and big controversies
The 67th Grammy Awards took place today - and plenty of the biggest names in music got to take home some awards and accolades. Chappell Roan won the Grammy for best...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 03 February 2025
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 3 February 2025, Trade Minister Todd McClay speaks to Ryan Bridge as fears of a US trade war...
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Palmerston North City Councillor open to proposed fizzy drink ban at sports grounds
One councillor's standing by a proposed fizzy drink ban, despite community pushback. Palmerston North City Council has proposed to include Central Energy Trust Arena...
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Barry Soper: Luxon needs to front up this Waitangi Day
The Prime Minister's revealed he'll be spending this year's Waitangi Day in the South Island. Chris Luxon is not visiting the Treaty Grounds this week - he's instead...
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'Unbelievable': One dead as floods rage through Queensland, more rain to come
Northern Queensland floods are yet to reach predicted levels. Parts of the north-east have had about a metre of rain since Friday, and a woman died when a rescue...
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NFL set to expand games over to Melbourne - report
Melbourne is closing in on securing a NFL regular season game in 2026. The Herald Sun reports that Melbourne has beaten Sydney to the race to win hosting rights...
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'We take it very seriously': Commerce Commission insists safety a priority after Bed, Bath & Beyond fine
Bed, Bath & Beyond has been fined $230,000 for selling more than 27,000 products without proper labelling or instructions. The company sold 3700 sets of children's...
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Trade Minister warns Trump tariffs likely to impact Kiwi businesses
New Zealand's Trade Minister isn't speaking out against Donald Trump's tariffs just yet, but admits they'll impact Kiwi businesses. The US President has imposed...
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Job hunt struggle: More teenagers finding it harder to find work - report
There's belief the job market is tougher for teens without any experience than ever before. Hawke's Bay local Kaitlin Elsworth has spent two years searching for...
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Gail Downey: UK's new criminal offence for people smuggling
People smuggling is seeing a crackdown in the UK after roughly 37,000 people crossed the Channel in small boats last year. The new criminal offence will see tough...
