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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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4:21

Dr Jay Gong: UOA School of Pharmacy lecturer on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/02

There's concerns tramadol could be getting over-prescribed, with more patients being given the painkiller. Pharmac data shows more than 270,000 people were prescribed the drug last year - an increase of 14 percent since 2019. UOA School of Pharmacy lecturer Dr Jay Gong says healthcare providers likely prefer prescribingtramadol over stronger painkillers. "There might be some perceived ideas around it - because it's a weaker opioid, it's maybe not as addictive and maybe in the long run, you might not

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5:02

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Denmark banning all...

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2025/10/01

Denmark will ban all civilian drone flights across the country over the coming days to ensure security as Copenhagen prepares to host a European Union summit. Mysterious drone sightings across Denmark since September 22 have prompted the closure of several airports, with Denmark hinting at possible Russian involvement, though Moscow denies the charge. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says people caught breaking the rules will face a fine - or up to two years in prison. LISTEN ABOVESee

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4:01

Eyal Aharoni: property mogul says earthquake...

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2025/10/01

A property mogul developing some of Wellington’s most infamous quake-prone sites has voiced support for recent Government changes, but says these won't slow down his large-scale projects. Eyal Aharoni is currently working on reopening the long-closed Reading Cinema complex on Courtenay Place and the nearby Amora Hotel, which closed in 2019 and 2017 respectively because of earthquake damage. Earlier this week, the Government confirmed it was watering down existing earthquake strengthening rules in a

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3:41

Michael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on the...

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2025/10/01

The Government recently unveiled its highly-anticipated energy sector announcement and it's prompted good news for the energy companies. The share price for New Zealand's major gentailers raised on the NZX, with Meridian seeing a 5 percent increase. Milford Asset Management's Michael Luke explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:40

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Here's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

If you were looking forward to today to learn how the Government would rescue the country from the energy crisis we face, you are already disappointed by now because you've looked at it and you've seen there's nothing here. There is nothing here that is going to stop us going through what we are going through right now. For months and months every winter for the last two winters we've seen the closing down of mills, extremely high power bills, and a shortage of gas - and all of that's going to

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101:01

Full Show Podcast: 01 October 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 1 October 2025, the Energy Minister gets a grilling from Heather over the Government's long-awaited energy plan. But both Consumer NZ and the Employers and Manufacturers Association say the changes won't make power prices any cheaper or save local industries. Sad news with the passing of Nigel Latta from cancer. His friend Nic Russell reflects on the impact he's had on Kiwis around the country. Fire and Emergency tries to explain

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6:32

Jon Duffy and Alan McDonald: Consumer NZ CEO and EMA...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

The Government finally unveiled its plan to address issues impacting the energy sector, and it's prompted a mixed response. The country's largest power companies have responded positively, and their shares have jumped on the NZX as a result. Meanwhile, consumers and other businesses have voiced concerns this doesn't address the status quo. Consumer NZ CEO Jon Duffy has criticised this announcement - and claimed this doesn't move the country forward at all. "Let's remember - last year, one in five

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11:20

The Huddle: Does the Government's energy announcement...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR 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! The Government finally unveiled its energy reform plan after plenty of anticipation. What did we make of it? Does it go far enough? Nigel Latta has passed away - what will we remember about him? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:31

Nic Russell: former friend to Nigel Latta pays...

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2025/10/01

Nigel Latta's being remembered for his sage parenting advice. The clinical psychologist, author and broadcaster died yesterday - aged 58 - after being diagnosed with stomach cancer a year ago. He's survived by his wife Natalie Flynn and five children and stepchildren. Friend Nic Russell says says his parenting books have had a wide ranging impact. "I definitely think a whole generation of Kiwis have been raised on his wise words of wisdom, really." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:36

Dr Parmjeet Parmar: ACT MP says Auckland University...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

ACT says Auckland University should pay back thousands of students who did compulsory Treaty of Waitangi and Te Ao Māori courses. The university's senate has now recommended making the courses optional - after criticism from staff, students and politicians. ACT's Parmjeet Parmar, says more than 8,000 students had to take the course this year. "They had to push some papers out, papers that they really wanted to do, papers that are relevant to the degree or their aspirations - so they'll have to do

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8:16

Simon Watts: Energy Minister on the Government's new...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

The Government's opted against a significant energy shake-up - rejecting calls to re-nationalise or split up the big gentailers. Instead, it'll offer the Crown-controlled companies more capital to invest in generation projects. Energy Minister Simon Watts explained the changes further here today. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:37

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

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2025/10/01

More Government cash for the three Crown-controlled gentailers. That's the biggest change to come from today's energy announcement - alongside plans for a new LNG import facility. Energy Minister Simon Watts says a report concluded sector players weren't confident they could ask the Government for money to fund new generation projects. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Sopers says the Government rejected plenty of other ideas on the table. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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5:11

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

A congressional deadlock's shut down the US Government. Congress failed to pass last-ditch attempts to extend federal funding failed, with Democrats and Republicans refusing to vote through each other's bills. The deadline's now passed - meaning the Government must strip back to essential services, and most federal workers won't be paid. President Trump's threatened major cuts. US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley says it's a monstrous situation. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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3:50

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the White Ferns...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

The White Ferns' ODI Cricket World Cup campaign gets underway tonight as they confront defending champions Australia in Indore. Central Hinds’ Flora Devonshire, Otago Sparks’ Polly Inglis and Bella James and Auckland Hearts’ Bree Illing will all make their World Cup debuts in the tournament. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave speaks ahead of tonight's clash. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:26

Megan Stiffler: Fire and Emergency NZ Deputy National...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/10/01

Fire and Emergency's new trucks don't have enough space for firefighter gear. It has spent millions of dollars on the 28 vehicles, but crews say the lockers are about 20 percent smaller than before. Their union says workers are considering cutting holes to make more room. Fire and Emergency Deputy National Commander, Megan Stiffler, says inventory lists weren't accurate. "There were some items that weren't listed on that, and that's the bit that I'm working with fire crews at the moment - to

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4:07

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the prime suspect in...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/30

Christian Brueckner, a suspect linked to the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has been released from prison - and he's calling for the 'witch hunt' against him to stop. Brueckner was recently released after serving a seven-year rape sentence, and he had to surrender his passport and wear an ankle monitor upon release. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the suspect hit out at the prosecutor who accused him of murdering McCann - and said he didn't 'feel free.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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4:56

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the Australian...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/30

The Australian Reserve Bank will keep the Official Cash Rate on hold at at 3.6 percent. The RBA's Governor, Michele Bullock, says Australia is in a 'difficult position', but they're committed to addressing inflation. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:56

Hamish McKay: The Country spokesperson on Fonterra...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/30

Fonterra's making the case to shareholders in a bid to sell off its iconic brands. French dairy giant Lactalis has agreed to pay $4.2 billion for the consumer business. The Country's Hamish McKay explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:22

The Huddle: Do we think Trump's Gaza peace plan will...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/30

Tonight on The Huddle, former Auckland mayor Phil Goff andConor English from Government relations firm Silvereye joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! US president Donald Trump recently unveiled a 20-point peace plan for Gaza. Do we think Hamas will agree to this? Could this be a gamechanger - or just another plan that goes nowhere? Should Kāinga Ora have negotiated better to get more for the Dixon Street apartments in Wellington? The CTU is calling for

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2:05

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: We need to...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/30

Now, we need to talk about the Reserve Bank's excuses for how it completely stuffed up its job and let inflation get away on it during Covid. We spoke about this on the show yesterday, it's done the review and it says, quote, - "in hindsight, an earlier and more aggressive tightening might have reduced inflation sooner." Yeah.Really, Sherlock? But this would have been difficult given the data available at the time. Now, basically what they're saying is: yeah, we could have done better if we could

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