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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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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.

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 14 November 2025, we have officially missed our climate goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. So why are we sending a massive delegation to the talkfest that is Cop30? Lab... more

OK, quick quiz for you.

Think of the Labour Party.

Who is the climate spokesperson?

Yeah, no, you didn't get it right because it's Deborah Russell.

I know.

I didn't think it was that either.

I didn't know it.

And you know what, it's my ... more

A shareholder vote to approve a takeover bid for Comvita has not gathered enough votes to proceed.

The bid from Florence to buy Comvita at 80 cents a share required 75% support from shareholders to go through.

Although the official vote count... more

Whitcoulls is being accused of censorship and moral panic - because it's hiding a literary journal with risqué content.

Copies of Folly Journal have been pulled off Whitcoulls shelves around the country and are now only offered when customers ask ... more

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Max Rashbrook
Founding trustee at the Idea Institute
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 13 November 2025
Kent Duston
Spokesperson for the Banking Reform Coalition
Episode: Kent Duston: Banking Reform Coalition spokesperson on the state of the Government's banking inquiry
Don Braid
Group Managing Director of Mainfreight
Mainfreight
Episode: Don Braid: Mainfreight CEO on the company's 20 percent profit drop
Matthew Hague
Lawyer and former police officer
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025
Mike Seaborn
Tauranga City Council Head of Transport
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025
Sue Chetwin
Chair of the Grocery Action Group
Episode: Sue Chetwin: Grocery Action Group chair on the new Costco store planned for Drury
Theresa Payton
CEO of Fortalice Solutions and former White House Chief Information Officer
Fortalice Solutions
Episode: Theresa Payton: Fortalice Solutions CEO on the growing concerns about AI's development
Edwin Paul
Chair of the India New Zealand Business Council
India New Zealand Business Council
Episode: Edwin Paul: India New Zealand Business Council chair on the Government's progress on an India-NZ trade deal
Te Ururoa Flavell
Former co-leader of the Māori Party and political commentator
Māori Party
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 10 November 2025

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Heather du Plessis-Allan
Host of Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive with a focus on current news, politics, and societal issues.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 197 ratings
  • Heather flirted with Mark Robinson

    I loved listening to Heather du Plessis-Allan flirting with NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson when he kept trying to dodge questions and be a politician haha.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happychappy1234
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great show

    Only leave full show so can turn on automatic downloads so I don’t get spammed with all the 2-5minute segments. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Tuki
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Fantastic!

    So refreshing to listen to Heather who is thorough & doesn’t take any nonsense. Very rare these days. Please keep up the great work Heather!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paua bay Sur
    New Zealanda year ago
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    James
    2 years ago
  • Smug and very wrong.

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    James
    2 years ago

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Engaging and informative discussions about current events and important issues.
Some feedback indicates a perception of a biased or confrontational approach, leading to mixed reactions.
The show is viewed as a must-listen for those interested in political discourse.
Listeners express a desire for longer, uninterrupted segments rather than short clips.
Heather du Plessis-Allan is appreciated for her assertive interviewing style and depth of knowledge.

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#79
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#13
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#132
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Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025
Q: Do you think Andrew Coster is a bad guy or was he just bad at his job?
There are systemic failures at high levels, and so now we need a robust independent investigation to come in.
Full Show Podcast: 12 November 2025
Q: Cover up is a pretty big word. Does it look like a cover up to you?
We see something going on. I know as much as everybody else. What I see is a number of systemic failures throughout police, where the systems have fallen over.
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on New Zealand's overdue tax debt hitting $9.3 billion
Q: How much of this is accelerating due to interest?
The speaker indicated an uncertainty about the exact impact of interest on the accelerating tax debt.
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on New Zealand's overdue tax debt hitting $9.3 billion
Q: How did it get so high? Is this a COVID-related problem?
Yes, during the COVID period, the IRD focused on supporting businesses, and now they begin to crack down, resulting in a rise in tax debt.
Matthew Hague: lawyer and former police officer on the IPCA report into Jevon McSkimming's conduct
Q: Do we need further investigations?
It's very likely there will be an investigation now, probably started when the IPCA released their draft report.

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Candid commentary and thought-provoking discussions define the content, which spans a range of current events and societal issues. Listeners can expect insightful conversations with various experts, politicians, and industry leaders, providing a comprehensive view of New Zealand's political climate, economic challenges, and social dynamics. Unique segments may feature in-depth analyses of pressing matters such as the dairy industry, energy policies, and public health, all delivered with a distinctive and engaging narrative style that encourages critical thinking.

Moreover, the hosts often tackle controversies and debates that resonate widely, cultivating a space for honest discourse that challenges complacency and fosters informed citizenr... more

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