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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

Newstalk ZB
New Zealand
Auckland
National Party
Labour Party
New Zealand First
Donald Trump
Wellington
Newstalk ZB
Artificial Intelligence
Opportunity Party
Spacex
Winston Peters
United Kingdom
United States
Christopher Luxon
Iran
Federated Farmers
China
Spark
National Land Transport Fund

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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I'm astonished, can I say, that Marty Grenfell, the boss of Tauranga City Council, thinks no one has to quit over the landslide and the damning report. And frankly, that there are not outright calls for him to quit from the mayor and the local MP.

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We need to talk about Harry and Meghan again because now that they're moving back to the UK, it has completely, unsurprisingly, reignited the debate over there over whether the UK taxpayer will or should fund the security for Harry and his family.

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John Glover
Mayor of Queenstown Lakes District
Queenstown Lakes District Council
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2026
Paul Allison
Rugby commentator
Newstalk ZB
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2026
Dan Mitchison
US correspondent
Newstalk ZB
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 14 August 2026
Chris Eames
Education Professor at Waikato University
Waikato University
Episode: Chris Eames: Waikato University Education Professor shocked by lack of climate change teaching
Azaria Howell
Senior Political Reporter, Newstalk ZB
Newstalk ZB
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2026
Todd Blackadder
Former Crusaders coach
Rugby/Sports
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2026
Roger Gray
Port of Auckland Chief Executive
Port of Auckland
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2026
Pearl Valla
Gloria Vale leaver, court case participant
Gloria Vale Leavers
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2026
Dane Dugan
CEO of Autism New Zealand
Autism NZ
Episode: Full Show Podcast: 07 August 2026

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Heather du Plessis-Allan
Host of the show with a reputation for direct questioning and strong political commentary.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 210 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 Zealand5 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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Listeners value Heather's direct, no-nonsense interview style.

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#12
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Full Show Podcast: 13 August 2026
Q: Do you think the caucus would have voted differently if the variant poll had shown a different outcome?
Azaria Howell suggests it's speculative, but poll momentum and the perceived inability to govern without Opportunity could have influenced caucus decisions.
Qiulae Wong: Opportunity Party leader on the latest 1 News-Verian poll showing neither side could form a Government without it
Q: What is your focus beyond tax policy—what are the concrete actions to grow the economy?
We have strong policies on tackling competition, investing in innovation, and addressing energy markets to grow the economy and reduce living costs, which will appear in our bottom line.
Qiulae Wong: Opportunity Party leader on the latest 1 News-Verian poll showing neither side could form a Government without it
Q: What about raising the youth offending age in the near term?
That policy has been part of our past discussions but it is not a current, fixed policy; we would focus more on system reform and potential bottom-line considerations rather than immediate changes.
Qiulae Wong: Opportunity Party leader on the latest 1 News-Verian poll showing neither side could form a Government without it
Q: Do you take the same attitude to universal basic income as a long-term goal?
UBI comes with the land tax and would be part of a bundled package, representing a tax switch that could be implemented together if we proceed.
Qiulae Wong: Opportunity Party leader on the latest 1 News-Verian poll showing neither side could form a Government without it
Q: Are you prepared to give up the land tax?
I don't expect tax reform to happen overnight; we need buy-in from other parties and the public, and we can set clear bottom lines in the coming weeks to show voters where we stand.

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- A current affairs show focused on national politics, policy, economics, and notable business and sports topics. Interviews with government ministers, party representatives, industry leaders, and high-profile figures drive debate on energy policy, budget implications, governance, and how policy plays out in everyday life for New Zealanders. Notable for its combative, straight-talking interviewer, willingness to challenge ministers, and a strong emphasis on policy detail alongside timely news.

- Recurring strengths include sharp interview technique, clear stance on issues, and a track record of pulling diverse voices into conversations about governance, economy, and social issues. It often pairs policy discussions with real-world impact on ... more

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