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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Auckland
National Party
Labour Party
Opportunity Party
All Blacks
Wellington
Cost Of Living
Winston Peters
Warriors
New Zealand Politics
Air New Zealand
Christopher Luxon
Oranga Tamariki
Eden Park
Labour Party (new Zealand)
Newstalk ZB
Queenstown
Tom Phillips
Smart Glasses

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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Latest Episodes

King Charles has arrived in the Bahamas to begin his tour of the Caribbean, and he's acknowledged the 'suffering of the past' in regards to slavery.

There's growing calls for the King to make reparations for slavery, given Britain's historic role i... more

The Reserve Bank moved to keep the OCR on hold today, surprising experts who were expecting an increase.

The Monetary Policy Committee voted four votes to three to hold the cash rate at 2.75 percent.

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tib... more

The Reserve Bank moved to keep the OCR on hold, and it caused a stir among financial experts.

The markets had priced in a 95 percent chance that the cash rate would go up - resulting in a sharp weakening of the New Zealand dollar.

Milford Asset M... more

Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!

There's speculation an overhang could make Parliament bigger... more

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Jenee Tibshraeny
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Episode: Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the state of the 2026 finance debate
Jeremy Hutton
Milford Asset Management representative
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Episode: Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the election's impact on the NZX
Maurice Williamson
Auckland councillor
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Episode: The Huddle: Does Chris Bishop have a point about car parking?
John Pagani
Sustainability Consultant, former broadcaster
Independent consultant / sustainability advocate
Episode: The Huddle: Does Chris Bishop have a point about car parking?
Barbara Edmonds
Labour finance spokesperson
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2026
Chris Bishop
National Party transport spokesperson
National Party
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2026
Thomas Coughlin
Herald's Political Editor
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Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2026
Janae Tibsh-Raney
Herald's Wellington business editor
The Herald
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2026
Mike Lee
Marketing Professor at the University of Auckland
University of Auckland
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Heather du Plessis-Allan
Host of the drive-time news and views program with a straightforward, probing interview style.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 213 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 Zealand7 months 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
    Australia2 years 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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#17
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#171
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D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host speaks ahead of Auckland FC's A-League opener this weekend
Q: Kiwis 10, do you like it?
Waldegrave says the team looks impressive, highlighting its large, aggressive forward pack and talented backline.
Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on Air New Zealand teaming up with Virgin Australia
Q: What do you think the impact will be on prices for an Air New Zealand flyer?
Bowley expects no material price change, saying fares are primarily driven by supply and demand and that airlines use capacity to manage pricing.
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host speaks ahead of Auckland FC's A-League opener this weekend
Q: How do we feel about Auckland FC's chances given that they have lost their star coach?
Waldegrave says the club has lost several coaches and players, but a strong core and winning culture can help carry the team forward. He believes experienced players can bring younger players through and that the new staff should make adjustments without changing everything.
Andy Bowley: Forsyth Barr Head of Research on Air New Zealand teaming up with Virgin Australia
Q: Was it Qantas dumping Air New Zealand or Air New Zealand dumping Qantas?
Bowley says he does not know which airline initiated the change. He considers Virgin Australia a more natural partner, given Air New Zealand's earlier relationship with Virgin.
Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the reactions to Labour's 'Cost of Luxon' document
Q: Now, how are the Greens going to create close to 300,000 jobs?
Coughlan says most of the projected jobs are expected in Treasury forecasts regardless, while about 60,000 additional jobs are attributed to changing the investment boost into an innovation boost. He adds that the Greens' tax proposals could weigh on business investment and job creation.

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This program centers political and current affairs with a focus on New Zealand news, policy, and governance, often pairing sharp host-led analysis with live guests ranging from ministers and analysts to industry leaders. Recurring strands include government policy debates (transport, housing, taxation), royal and international affairs, major sports and business news, and timely regulatory issues (airbnb/short-term rentals, green standards). A notable trait is the host's direct, no-nonsense interviewing style and willingness to challenge official narratives, which keeps discussions brisk and opinion-driven while still unpacking data and context. The show frequently blends hard news with accessibility, bringing international perspectives and ... more

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