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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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New Zealand
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Cairns Helicopter Crash
Nicole Mckee
Greece
Wellington Girls' College
Hamish Kerr
Jobseeker Benefit
Building Industry Survey
Warriors
Reserve Bank
China
Louise Upston
Airbnb
Phillip Polkinghorne
Pauline Hanna
The Wiggles
Rave
Firearms Reform

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, 10 April, 2026, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown signs the country's first city deal. He tells us why he couldn't get the bed levy across the line this time.

Judge Ema Aitken gets to kee... more

Hands up—who knew the ANZ Premiership starts tomorrow?

This is netball.

I’m guessing not many hands went up, which is a worry. It’s somewhat forgivable, given the state of netball’s head office at the moment. It doesn’t have a permanent CEO, and ... more

A new alliance has formed to oppose the proposed LNG facility including groups like Master Electricians, Consumer New Zealand, and the Sustainable Energy Alliance.

Smart Energy Alliance spokesperson Gareth Williams told Heather du Plessis-Allan, "o... more

First Lady Melania Trump made a seemingly unprompted announcement earlier today denying any ties with Jeffrey Epstein.

Speculation has arisen online that she made this statement to get ahead of some news that may come out about her, but Reuters Wh... more

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Bruce Hopkins
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 27 March 2026
Mark Stirton
Chief Executive of The Warehouse Group
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Episode: Mark Stirton: Warehouse Group CEO is 'pleased' with first half results
Sonandi Khaldanais
Mother of a six-year-old boy with Down syndrome
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2026
Shane Curry
Herald editor at large, media insider
The Herald
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2026
Sam Emery
Australia Correspondent
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 26 March 2026
Samantha Marsh
Senior Public Health Researcher, University of Auckland
University of Auckland
Episode: Dr Samantha Marsh: senior public health researcher at UOA on Meta and Google losing court case over social media harm
Shayne Currie
The Herald's editor at large and media insider
The Herald
Episode: Shayne Currie: NZME editor-at-large on police revealing the Tom Phillips documentary will screen on Netflix
Tony Giles
Wellington Lions CEO
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Episode: D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the White Ferns winning their T20 series against South Africa
Sonandi Geldenhuys
Mother of a six-year-old boy with Down syndrome
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Episode: Sonandi Geldenhuys: mother of six-year-old boy with Down Syndrome on the family being told to leave the country

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Heather du Plessis-Allan
Host of the program on Newstalk ZB; lead interviewer guiding political, business, and policy conversations.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 205 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
    Australiaa year 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 Zealand2 years 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 Zealand2 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    James
    2 years ago
  • Smug and very wrong.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    James
    2 years ago

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#79
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#18
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#122
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Full Show Podcast: 25 March 2026
Q: What are the implications of the Fisheries Act backdown for fishers and recreational anglers?
The guests discuss potential reworking of size limits and the political calculus of backtracking, noting that the policy was controversial and seen as politically toxic, but the backdown may reduce immediate tensions while leaving room for a future, clearer framework.
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government refurbishing Channel Infrastructure’s empty Marsden Point fuel storage tanks
Q: Is government funding on the table to support refurbishing the tanks?
There hasn't been a direct request for funding, but officials note it would be welcome and that political figures have discussed the possibility, contingent on policy and budget decisions.
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government refurbishing Channel Infrastructure’s empty Marsden Point fuel storage tanks
Q: Could this storage expansion actually help alleviate current shortages?
It could add capacity in the longer term, but the refurbishment timeline and regulatory hurdles mean it wouldn't provide an immediate fix for current shortages.
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the NZX dropping 1.53 percent amid Iran conflict
Q: Which sectors are the most affected right now and why?
Tourism and travel-related stocks are hit hardest due to travel disruptions globally, alongside fuel-intensive companies that are sensitive to oil prices, with many still down double digits.
Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the NZX dropping 1.53 percent amid Iran conflict
Q: How has the NZX been holding up in the current environment?
The NZX has been volatile and down roughly six percent in March, with some recovery on specific headlines, but overall sentiment remains fragile due to global tensions and higher input costs.

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This show takes a punchy, straight-taced approach to current events, with heavy emphasis on politics, economics, and public policy in New Zealand. Episodes frequently feature interviews with politicians, industry leaders, and academics, paired with sharp questions that probe the implications of policy changes, budget decisions, and regulatory shifts for everyday life and the economy. A few episodes stand out for their live analysis of major royal and international topics, but most discussions stay rooted in domestic issues like housing, transport, education, and energy costs. The host's direct interviewing style and willingness to challenge guests on contentious points help listeners grasp how political decisions translate to real-world out... more

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2. Mark Stirton
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