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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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Iran
Inflation
Strait Of Hormuz
New Zealand Economy
Reserve Bank Of New Zealand
Australia
Donald Trump
Covid-19
Labour Party
Oil Prices
Auckland
Air New Zealand
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Auckland, New Zealand
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Health New Zealand
Chris Hipkins
Lord Of the Rings

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, 8 May, 2026, Winston Peters insists he won't support efforts by the National Party to raise the retirement age.

We talk to one of the women who's accused Sir Rod Drury of inappropr... more

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon plans to start lifting the pension age if National get back into government after the coming election.

Bipartisan support will most likely be needed to make this happen as parties, like NZ First, are staunchly again... more

If it’s not already obvious to you, the fact that Maiki Sherman has lost her job should now make it very clear: the media—especially the state broadcasters, both of them—are about to find out what it means not just to make and report the news but to ... more

Opportunity Party, previously TOP, are coming in hot this election with a brand new leader Qiulae Wong.

Wong joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to discuss the party's campaign policies including universal basic income.

She says the Opportunity Part... more

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Tony Kemp
Former Warriors coach
Warriors (former coach)
Episode: Tony Kemp: Former Warriors Coach shares worries over Papua New Guinea's involvement in NRL
Ron Mark
Former Defence Minister and NZ First MP
New Zealand First
Episode: Ron Mark: Former Defence Minister says there's too much uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz
Pamela Snow
Co-director of the Latrobe University Science of Language and Reading Lab
La Trobe University
Episode: Prof. Pamela Snow: Australian Language expert praises NZ's literacy teaching
Helen Clark
Former Prime Minister
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
Michael Riddell
Former Reserve Bank economist
New Zealand Economics/Financial Media
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
Samuel Leeson
Participant on flotilla bound for Gaza
Gaza flotilla participant
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
Tim Wilson
Politically engaged commentator and Max Institute contributor
The Huddle / Maxim Institute
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
Oscar Kitely
Artist and local government politician
Halter / Dunedin local politics
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026
Tim Robinson
Chairperson for North Chamber
North Chamber of Commerce
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 30 April 2026

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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
  • Pity about how ZB organises their channels

    Show itself is great, however PLEASE create a channel for full shows only and turn off Apple auto chapter creation as they are rubbish.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Russ-nz
    New Zealanda month ago
  • 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
    3 years ago

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#12
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Prof. Pamela Snow: Australian Language expert praises NZ's literacy teaching
Q: What about parents' role in this shift?
Parents are important but not responsible for teaching children to read; schools hold accountability for reading outcomes, though engaged, language-savvy families can still productively support literacy at home.
Prof. Pamela Snow: Australian Language expert praises NZ's literacy teaching
Q: How should progress be measured given newer, higher-quality tools?
Teachers will notice changes early, but researchers must avoid comparing apples to oranges by aligning measurement tools and data lenses to the current high-quality progress monitoring methods the system uses now.
Prof. Pamela Snow: Australian Language expert praises NZ's literacy teaching
Q: How long do you reckon before we start seeing the benefits of the structured literacy?
It will take consistent, patient application over several years; evidence from the UK suggests changes began appearing in data after about five years, and OECD-level effects are becoming visible over time as the system sustains the approach.
Tim Robinson: NorthChamber chair on the proposed $4.50 Northland Expressway toll
Q: Could a weekly cap or other pricing structures make tolls more acceptable?
Robinson discusses the possibility of flexible pricing, including ideas like a weekly cap, and emphasizes the importance of considering who travels most and how pricing affects different user groups, particularly private travelers versus freight.
Tim Robinson: NorthChamber chair on the proposed $4.50 Northland Expressway toll
Q: Do you think $4.50 is too expensive for Northland residents?
Robinson argues that while the price might be high for some, the broader economic benefits and potential long-term growth could justify the toll, and mentions the need for a regional development angle and funding for future projects.

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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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