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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

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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2:21

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Rowland Smith...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

Kiwi shearer Rowland Smith has advanced to one of the nation's biggest competitions. He just made the Shearing Sports New Zealand team for the 2026 Golden Shears World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:06

Julie Haggie: Transparency International NZ executive...

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2026/02/10

The Anti-Corruption Taskforce's first report suggests public sector fraud is almost certainly under-reported. It analysed six agencies - including Corrections, Inland Revenue and Sport New Zealand. The Serious Fraud Office-led taskforce found 446 suspected cases of internal fraud or corruption, over 15 months. Transparency International NZ executive director Julie Haggie says this is a 'significant' report highlighting many internal issues. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:12

The Huddle: Do we think the Government is trying to...

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2026/02/10

Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government is imposing a levy to help pay for an import liquefied natural gas facility, which it says will save households $50 a year on power bills. Do we think the 'extra tax' accusations are fair? What will Labour do with this? Trade Minister Todd McClay confirmed Winston Peters was right about the India FTA not letting us

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2:05

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Does...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

Look, I hate to say it, but it’s starting to sound like Winston Peters was right about that India Free Trade Agreement, and that the Government is not being straight up with us about what’s in the document. It appears the agreement does stop us from being able to cap the number of Indian students who come here. Now, that’s not the end of the world, given there actually isn’t a cap on them at the moment - or, frankly, on students of any nationality. The Government also always retains the ability to

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3:06

Simon Watts: Energy Minister explains Government gas...

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2026/02/10

The Energy Minister is clearing up some misconceptions after yesterday's newly announced LNG import facility sparked backlash. The Government yesterday announced plans for the storage site in order to maintain energy supply, and a levy will be used to fund infrastructure costs. Simon Watts says the Huntly Power Station isn't cutting it anymore and New Zealand needs more gas. "We need gas and we need those molecules, and that's the problem we're facing. And importation will allow us to get that gas."

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99:05

Full Show Podcast: 10 February 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 10 February, 2026, Todd McClay on the student controversy surrounding the India free trade agreement. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith on why a retail crime advisory group's been disbanded months earlier than intended. We hear about plans for a gold mining operation in the West Coast town of Reefton. And on The Huddle, Jordan Williams and Ali Jones try to make sense of a levy for an LNG import facility - or is it a tax? Get the

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5:05

Stew Hamilton: Mercury Energy CEO on the Government's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

A potential insurance policy for those who can't move away from gas for energy, as the Government charges ahead with its plans for an importing facility. The terminal will be housed in Taranaki - with the Government aiming to have a build contract locked down mid-year. It's imposing a levy to help pay for an import liquefied natural gas facility, which it says will save households $50 a year on power bills. Mercury Chief Executive Stew Hamilton says New Zealand is running out of gas, faster than

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3:18

Penny de Borst: Wellington Culinary Events Trust...

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2026/02/10

Two of Wellington’s major foodie events are among those receiving fresh support from the Government’s Major Events and Tourism Package. The funding round covers events across sports, food, culture and innovation. Wellington On a Plate and Beervana are set for a boost - alongside Tauranga’s AIMS Games, Nelson’s arts festival and New Plymouth’s Winter Fest. Wellington Culinary Events Trust general manager Penny de Borst says the funding will be used for talent attraction and marketing. "We're bringing

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2:17

Simon Delander: Rua Gold vice-president on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

A small West Coast town might be about to strike gold again. Canadian mining company Rua Gold has discovered a 2.5 kilometre stretch of gold and other minerals at Auld Creek near Reefton - with plans announced to fast-track an underground mine. The company aims to produce 60,000 ounces of gold annually by 2028. Vice-president Simon Delander says they're also going after the antimony. He explained that's a strategic mineral - and there's lots of interest in Japan and the US. LISTEN ABOVESee

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6:26

Todd McClay: Trade Minister defends concerns raised...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

The Trade Minister's hitting back at suggestions the India Free Trade Agreement will lead to a flood of immigration. Foreign Minster Winston Peters has said the agreement won't let us specifically cap Indian student visas, among other commentary on the deal. Todd McClay's confirmed that's the case but says they can cap student visas from all countries - as long as India isn't specifically discriminated against. "Others are saying is that hundreds of thousands of people, or tens of thousands of

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3:11

Paul Goldsmith: Justice Minister defends early end to...

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2026/02/10

The Justice Minister says his retail crime advisory group has been successful and productive. It'll been cut short, ending in May - not the planned September - after three members resigned last month. It leaves just two members, chair and dairy owner Sunny Kaushal and liquor retailer, Ash Parmar. Paul Goldsmith says he could have appointed more people for the next six months or wrapped it up early. "The simpler thing to do was say - look, you've got a couple of things you need to finish, you've got

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5:25

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

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2026/02/10

Parliament's wading into debate whether a levy the Government announced yesterday is indeed a levy, or in fact a tax. The so-called 'levy on electricity' will fund building an LNG import terminal. Labour was quick to label this a 'gas tax', but Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Energy Minister Simon Watts maintained this project would bring down people's power bills. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper unpacked today's discussions in Parliament. LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:27

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the clash...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit sparked chaos and protests in Australia, with 27 people arrested in Sydney following Monday night's rally. Thousands of people gathered at a protest rally held by Palestine Action Group, but some members of the crowd wanted to march on to NSW Parliament. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says protestors tried to break through police blockades, forcing police to take action. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:04

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Zoi...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/10

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott's dedicated her fourth Olympic snowboarding medal to her support network. The New Zealander claimed silver in the big air at Milan-Cortina, a third consecutive Games podium finish in the discipline. Her feat marks New Zealand's first medal of the 2026 Games. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:46

Sam MacDonald: Christchurch City Councillor on the...

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2026/02/10

Concerns have been raised over a new app that was originally designed to help Christchurch ratepayers - but hasn't lived up to its promise. Christchurch City Council staff have so far spent $6.2 million developing a one-stop-shop app that is actually little more than a new website, prompting outrage and worries from the Council. Christchurch City Councillor Sam MacDonald says the appointed IT experts are working through the issue to try and solve it. "We were a bit surprised when they came to us

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4:03

Mike Pearse: UK correspondent on whether Prime...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/09

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership has been flung into doubt, with the resignation of his closest aide. The UK Prime Minister's chief of staff Morgan McSweeney's quit - taking responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson as US ambassador. Mandelson's being investigated for claims he'd passed sensitive information to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. UK correspondent Mike Pearse explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:54

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on what...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/09

More companies are reporting their profits from the final portion of 2025, and it's sparking investigation into what investors need to pay attention to. Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:32

The Huddle: Do we need this new LNG facility?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/09

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Regional Development Minister Shane Jones is defending the financial track record of his regional funds - and says he's still committed to supporting investment in the regions. Do we support this? There's growing debate over whether touch typing needs to be taught in schools. Do we think this is necessary or do we need to teach the

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5:37

Greg Foran: Former Air New Zealand CEO on taking over...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/09

The former boss of Air New Zealand is jetting off to America. It's been reported Greg Foran will be named as the new chief executive of retail giant, Kroger. It operates supermarkets and multi-department stores throughout the US, and is regarded as one of the country's big four retailers. Greg Foran says he'll have his hands full but he's looking forward to it. "It's a business, does about $150 billion a year and just over 400,000 associates work there, there's about $3,000 stores, multiple brands -

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7:51

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/02/09

The Finance Minister says the newly announced facility for importing liquefied natural gas will save Kiwi households more money. The Government plans to impose a levy on electricity users to pay for the importation facility, expected to be around a billion dollars. A contract's expected to be signed later this year. Nicola Willis says this will help fund a more secure energy supply, meaning lower costs for households. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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