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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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Hamish Kerr
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Reserve Bank
China
Louise Upston
Airbnb
Pauline Hanna
Phillip Polkinghorne
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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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Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 17 October.

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Health Minister Simeon Brown was met with booing at the senior doctors' annual conference before accusing doctors of "crossing an ethical line" and threatening compulsory arbitration.

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Leela Ashford
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Dylan Thompson
AA's road safety spokesperson
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Greg Sheridan
Foreign editor at The Australian
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Gabriel Boyd
Auckland University Students Association president
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Brendan Larson
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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 195 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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#177
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Apple Podcasts
#29
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Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the low voter turnout in the local body elections
Q: Do you not think that we need to cut it right back?
Willis expresses her view that the postal voting system is too complicated and a simpler process is needed.
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the low voter turnout in the local body elections
Q: Did you vote in the local body elections?
Nicola Willis confirms her participation in the elections.
Toni Boynton: Whakatane Māori Ward councillor voices disappointment with 25 councils voting to scrap Māori
Q: Is, am I right in thinking that every six years, councils review what they're, which wards they've got, and whether they need to add or remove wards?
Yes, that's correct. Boynton explains that only Māori wards face referendums, highlighting an unfair practice within the review process.
Toni Boynton: Whakatane Māori Ward councillor voices disappointment with 25 councils voting to scrap Māori
Q: Do you see this, by the way, as a good result? Are 17 of them staying?
Boynton emphasizes that having the referendums at all is not a good outcome, referencing the discriminatory nature of their removal in the first place.
Nathanael Melia: Victoria University climate researcher on the Government bringing down methane targets
Q: How realistic is it for farmers to achieve the 14 percent target?
Achieving even the lower end of the target is challenging for farmers, and significant investment in research is needed to realistically meet the higher target of 24 percent.

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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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7. Greg Sheridan
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