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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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4:49

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks getting...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/15

Kiwi rugby fans are speculating about what's changed after the All Blacks got trounced in their second test against South Africa. The 43-10 result in Wellington marks the side's highest margin of defeat - a week after extending their undefeated run at Eden Park to 51 matches. Sportstalk host Jason Pine speculates further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:29

Jacksen Love: Flamingo co-founder on the increase in...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/15

ACC claims for e-scooter injuries have almost doubled since 2020, with the number expected to continue increasing. They cost taxpayers almost $14.5 million in 2024 - while $10.3 million has been paid out so far this year. Christchurch is leading the pack in scooter injuries, with over 400 claims lodged so far in 2025. Flamingo co-founder Jacksen Love has blamed a lack of proper regulations, but he's hoping new policy changes will improve things. "We welcome the recent Government announcement that

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98:41

Full Show Podcast: 12 September 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 12 September 2025, the big protest across the Harbour Bridge in Auckland has been called off because of high winds. Relieving Waitemata District Commander Stefan Sagar tells Heather why police were going to let the protest happen, even though NZTA said no. Have secondary teachers lost their room with a whole week of strike action next week? PPTA president Chris Abercrombie defends the strike. There's angst in Wellington because

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1:48

Perspective with Heather duPlessis-Allan: The police...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

Weather aside, I actually think police did do the right thing saying yes to that march taking place across the harbour Bridge, which will now not take place tomorrow but at a later date. My biggest problem with it would be that it would set a precedent, but it's actually not setting a precedent because the precedent was probably already set last year by the anti-Treaty principles Hikoi, which happened in November. And now as a result, we are dealing with the predictable problem of letting one

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4:28

Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent discusses...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

Following the resignation of former Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, candidates have begun stepping forward to take his place. In the running is Shinjirō Koizumi, son of a former Prime Minister and the current agricultural minister and Takaichi Senai, who aims to become Japan’s first female Prime Minister. Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis told Heather duPlessis-Allan that this election could ‘break the mould’ of exclusively elderly men running for the position of Prime Minister. LISTEN

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4:05

Hanyani Shimange: Former Springbok and Supersport...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

The second All Blacks Springboks game tomorrow night's happening in Wellington. The All Blacks have made 6 changes to the starting side after their 24-17 win last weekend and South Africa have made 7 changes. Former Springbok and Supersport Journalist Hanyani Shimange told Heather duPlessis-Allan that the team is confident heading in to Wellington. ‘You guys got us at Eden Park, the record stands, but we're confident for tomorrow.’ LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:47

The Huddle: Can the All Blacks make it a 2 for 2 over...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

Tonight on the Huddle: Rugby commentator Jeff McTainsh and sports journalist Nikki Styris join Heather duPlessis-Allan to discuss the latest sports news. Can the All Blacks beat the Sprinboks a second time round? Will the Warriors survive against the Panthers? and what's happening next in the Netball coach shuffle? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:02

Travis Mackay: Quicksand Limited Director says gold...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

A Wellington company wants to prospect for gold near a nature reserve. A local family has applied for permits to explore for gold and other minerals directly next door to Zealandia eco-sanctuary. Quicksand Limited Director Travis Mackay says they've got a permit for panning at the moment. He says they're exploring non-destructive, non-toxic methods. Mackay says they don't want people coming to the area thinking they can do heavier riskier operations. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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2:37

Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President discusses upcoming...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

The Public Service Commissioner says teachers are putting themselves ahead of students as they again vote to strike. Brian Roche says the pay offer to teachers -which includes a 4.7 percent pay rise over 12 months - was a very good one. PPTA president Chris Abercrombie told Heather du-Plessis Allan that teachers have many sticking points with the latest offer. But he won't say exactly how many teachers supported the strike. He says that's the union's policy - but there was overwhelming support from

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3:30

Stefan Sagar: Acting Waitemata District Commander on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

Police say protest organisers made the right call, by postponing tomorrow's Auckland Harbour Bridge protest due to weather. Southbound lanes were to close to accommodate the tens of thousands of pro-Palestine protestors.. The march will now take place from Aotea Square to Victoria Park, while a new bridge crossing date is decided. Acting Waitemata District Commander Stefan Sagar told Heather du Plessis-Allan that he acknowledges the organisers for heeding their advice. Saga says with winds

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4:57

Barry Soper: Senior political correspondent on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

The Pacific Islands Forum wraps up in Honiara - and the standoff with the Cook Islands remains unresolved. Barry Soper told Heather duPlessis-Allan that the blockbetween Mark Brown and Christopher Luxon is still present, despite the two leaders acting 'cordially' to one another. 'interestingly, we saw Chris Luxon with Mark Brown, and they seem to be getting on quite well, but the standoff remains.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:39

Jonathan Kearsley: US Correspondent gives latest...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

The killing of US conservative activist Charlie Kirk is causing deep divide. He was shot while speaking at an event at a Utah University and later died in hospital. US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley says several people have lost their jobs for making comments after the assassination. He says it's caused other disruption as well, with a fight breaking out in Iowa after someone shouted profanities about Kirk. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:30

Maurice Williamson: Auckland Councillor discusses...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/12

Frustration over claims police overruled the Transport Agency by allowing tomorrow's pro-Palestine march to take place on the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Tens of thousands of protestors are expected to cross the bridge in the morning, disrupting travel. Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the agency told him they said no to the protest, but Police intervened. He says Police told them the bridge had to close, to maintain civil obedience. Williamson says protestors

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5:14

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the growing calls for...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

British Labour MPs are breaking ranks to call for Lord Peter Mandelson to be sacked over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Sir Keir Starmer is facing growing pressure from within his own party to sack the British Ambassador to the United States over his friendship with the late financier and convicted paedophile. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacked the backlash further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:28

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the rise in global...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

Over the last few years, more international retail giants have moved to establish themselves in New Zealand. Costco opened its first store in West Auckland a couple of years ago, and Ikea is set to open up its first New Zealand-based store in Auckland in December. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie reveals why these changes are taking place. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:44

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on foresters voicing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

Some foresters are starting to regret rushing into carbon credit farming, according to new reports from the Forestry Owners Association. Chief executive Dr. Elizabeth Heeg says more foresters are facing backlash and concerns have been raised. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:09

The Huddle: Does Stuart Nash have a real future...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

Tonight on The Huddle, Infrastructure NZ chief executive Nick Leggett and CTU economist Craig Renney joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Right-wing activist and speaker Charlie Kirk was fatally shot and killed in Utah earlier today. Are we worried about what this means for the future of political discourse? Stuart Nash has resigned following his infamous comments about what makes a woman - did he have choice in the matter? And what could this mean for his

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7:13

Neil Holdom: New Plymouth mayor on ACT proposing to...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

The ACT Party is looking to roll out some new policies as the local elections draw closer. One key proposal involves scrapping voting rights for unelected council members - impacting mana whenua appointees and youth councillor positions. New Plymouth mayor Neil Holdom has been quick to weigh in on these changes, and suggests the Government has bigger things to worry about. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:29

Wallace Sititi: All Black speaks ahead of second...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has rewarded form in naming his squad of 23 for Saturday's Rugby Championship test against the Springboks in Wellington. He's made six changes to the line-up, including omitting Reiko Ioane and Emoni Naarawa - and Finlay Christie and Fletcher Newell drop to the bench for Noah Hotham and Tyrel Lomax. Meanwhile, Samisoni Taukei’aho slips in at hooker for Codie Taylor, who failed a head injury assessment. Loose forward Wallace Sititi is going to remain on the squad, and

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98:36

Full Show Podcast: 11 September 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/09/11

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 11 September 2025, US political figure Charlie Kirk has been shot dead and his killer is still on the run. US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley says the shooting comes at a critical time for America. Former Silver Fern centurion Laura Langman tells Heather why she's furious that Netball NZ has stood down coach Dame Noeline Taurua. Are whingy Gen Z players to blame? Education Minister Erica Stanford speaks to Heather about the list

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