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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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2:07

Todd Stephenson: Finance and Expenditure committee...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/22

Parliament's finance and expenditure committee released the findings of its banking inquiry today, making 19 recommendations - 14 of which have cross-party support. It concluded there is no silver bullet for more competition in the sector. Committee member Todd Stephenson saysthe first step is reducing barriers to entry. He says a large part of that is capital requirements for new players. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:12

Jonathan Kearsley: US Correspondent discusses Eric...

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2025/08/22

Erik Menendez has been denied parole 36 years after he confessed to killing his parents. He and his brother Lyle were sentenced to life in prison in 1996 for murdering their parents Jose and Kitty Menendez. Since then, further details around abuse from their father have surfaced, leading to public debate over their sentencing. US Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley told Heather duPlessis-Allan that Eric Menendez will have to wait another three years before requesting parole again. LISTEN ABOVESee

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4:38

Miles Hurrell: Fonterra Chief Executive confident...

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2025/08/22

Fonterra is confident farmers will vote to sell major brands like Anchor and Mainland. It's reached a deal to sell its consumer and associated businesses to French dairy giant Lactalis for $3.845billion. The deal still needs the approval of shareholders. Fonterra Chief Executive Miles Hurrell told Heather du Plessis-Allan that the offer is above expectation, and there will be a $2 capital return per share. He says, while the public have a strong emotional connection with the brands - the feedback

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4:55

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Europe asking Trump...

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2025/08/21

Europe is calling on US President Donald Trump to deploy fighter jets in Romania in order to protect Ukraine, according to new reports. Military leaders from the U.K., Germany, France, Finland, and Italy have urged US officials to provide additional support to Ukraine as the conflict continues. UK correspondent Enda Brady explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:26

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the success of...

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2025/08/21

While experts are weighing up the results of US-based tech giants, one Chinese company is dominating markets. Tencent is a Chinese multinational technology conglomerate - and one of the highest-grossing multimedia companies in the world based, on revenue. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:41

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra lifting...

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2025/08/21

Fonterra has increased its farmgate milk price forecast for the 2024/25 season to $10.15 per kg of milksolids from $10.00/kg, and has narrowed its forecast range for the current season. The forecast range for 2024/25 has narrowed from $9.70-$10.30 per kilo of milk solids (kgMS) to $10.10-$10.20/kgMS, with the final price to be released alongside the co-op’s final result, due in September. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:38

The Huddle: Do we need to appreciate what we have here?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog's David Farrar and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! David Seymour says the coalition isn't saving as much money as ACT would have. What do we make of this? Police Commissioner Richard Chambers gave an interview to the NZ Herald saying we should feel lucky to live in New Zealand. What do we make of this? A Wellington restaurant is asking people to sign a contract before taking leftovers home.. to ensure

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Full Show Podcast: 21 August 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 21 August 2025, no more embarrassing plane-breakdowns! Defence Minister Judith Collins tells Heather she's gone shopping for new helicopters and planes with a total bill of $2.7 billion. You're now allowed to tell everyone what you're being paid.. but is that a good thing? Stacey Penn lost her job after she was injured while struggling with a pit bull that had charged into a jewellery shop. She says the dog was already a known

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2:16

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

I'm gonna say thank you to the Police Commissioner, Richard Chambers, for maybe reminding us to be grateful for what we have. He gave an interview to the Herald today and he said he thinks there is a fair bit of punching down on New Zealand going on at the moment. And he thinks that's unfair. He says: "With the world going a little crazy, I count us lucky that we are where we are." Now, given how much doom and gloom there is at the moment, it may surprise you to know that the accompanying poll in

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5:58

Jason Walbridge: SkyCity CEO on the company's 42...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

SkyCity is pushing forward with a new capital raise, after confirming a significant drop in profit. Underlying profit's plummeted 42 percent, according to new reports. Costs have also been rising, particularly for regulatory compliance, online gaming, and the soon-to-open Auckland convention centre. SkyCity CEO Jason Walbridge says he believes they're acting in the best interests of the company - despite the concerns. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:38

David Seymour: ACT leader says the Government's not...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

The ACT leader has promised less spending and fewer public servants. It comes after numerous redundancies in the public sector, following calls for efficient spending as the coalition's budgets were being delivered. David Seymour says the Government is not cutting costs as much as ACT would. "We said that we wanted to reduce the number of public servants back to pre-Labour levels, and we also said that we wanted to reduce spending by about 8 or 9 billion each year." Seymour's reiterating the

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4:00

Judith Collins: Defence Minister on the Government's...

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2025/08/21

The Defence Minister says it's important for New Zealand to have the right equipment as the Government unveils its newest defence spend. The Government is set to invest $2.7 billion into two new Airbus A321 planes and five new MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to replace the Air Force’s Boeing 757s and the Navy's older Seasprite helicopters. Judith Collins explained that it was important to get the right equipment at the right price range. "We're a bit faster than some people getting them because we're

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2:03

Tim King: Tasman District mayor on the impact of the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

There's belief the job losses at the Eves Valley Sawmill will have a significant impact on the area. Manufacturing company Carter Holt Harvey is proposing to close the mill, which would result in 142 jobs lost. It's wanting to consolidate its structural timber manufacturing to one site - in Bay of Plenty's Kawerau. Tasman mayor Tim King, lives next door to the mill and says there's no chance to change the company's mind. "The most significant impact - and most immediate - is on those 142 people

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3:11

Jordan Boyle: employment lawyer on the House passing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

Workers are now able to speak freely about their salaries, and it's got experts speculating about what this means for Kiwis. The House passed a new law last night preventing employers from taking legal action against workers talking about their pay. The bill, introduced by Labour's Camilla Belich, essentially renders pay secrecy clauses unenforceable. Employment lawyer Jordan Boyle says New Zealand already has a culture of keeping pay private. "People may feel a little bit more freedom to ask, but

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5:19

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

The Government's speaking about the importance of deterring threats, as it confirms a multi-billion dollar defence spend. It's investing $2.7 billion dollars for two new Airbus A321 planes to replace ageing planes that have broken down numerous times. The new planes will be delivered in 2028. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper talks about the potential implications of this spend. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:19

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Israeli PM...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

Tensions between Israel and other nations have escalated, with Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Australia's Anthony Albanese of 'betrayal'. Australia is standing by its decision to recognise a Palestinian state, with a formal declaration to be made at the United Nations General Assembly in September. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Netanyahu also accused Albanese of 'abandoning Australian Jews', prompting further concerns. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:54

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Auckland FC...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

The entry of Auckland FC into the women’s A-League competition has been delayed for two years. It was confirmed on Thursday by the Australian Professional Leagues (APL), the governing body of the A-Leagues, that the new licence will be granted for the 2027/2028 season. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:46

Stacey Penn: victim of Auckland pitbull attack speaks...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/21

A pitbull launched itself from a moving vehicle and stormed into an Auckland jewellery store, injuring an employee during the incident. Auckland Council confirmed the owner was given an infringement notice and education on dog control after the attack. Stacey Penn says the punishment for the owner 'wasn't fair' and further consequences are needed. "The fact that she's already been warned previously and still chose to drive around with her dog in her car - she'd been told to muzzle it and didn't

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4:13

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on UK inflation jumping...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/20

UK inflation figure rises in data just released, and it's prompted concerns among experts. The 3.8 percent rise in inflation over the 12 months to July this year is the largest increase in inflation since January 2024. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explains what this means for the economy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:58

Remy Morgan: Milford Asset Management expert on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/08/20

The Reserve Bank cut the OCR by 25 basis points to three percent today, but the markets still saw some surprises. Today's cut was divisive, with 2 of the 6 committee members voting for a 50 basis point cut. Remy Morgan from Milford Asset Management explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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