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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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2:49

Terry Collins: AA Principal Policy Advisor on U-GO...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/20

The tide looks to be changing for Gull as the leader of low-priced petrol offerings. Fuel-finding app Gaspy is reporting Taupo's Gull Ātiamuri has been undercut by Z-Energy's Waikaraka U-GO in South Auckland. AA Principal Policy Advisor Terry Collins says Gull paved the way with its New Zealand- owned self-service model. He explained it has a low cost entry, with electronic payment options meaning stations don't need staff - and the fuel's there. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:24

Scott Simpson: ACC Minister on the ACC pausing a $45...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/20

The ACC Minister denies his comments last week played into the agency now pausing its sexual violence prevention programme. Scott Simpson suggested he was looking at narrowing the scope of ACC responsibilities to sexual abuse victims. ACC has confirmed it's paused the nationwide rollout of Hikitia - as it aligns itself with Government plans. Simpson now says there's no connection, and he has no intention to shed ACC's responsibilities. "All they've done is just pause this programme while they have a

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4:24

Chris Bishop: Leader of the House explains why...

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2025/05/20

The Leader of the House says postponing the debate on Te Pāti MāoriMPs' sanctions is the right thing to do. Debate began today on proposed suspensions for the Te Pāti Māori MPs who did a haka during voting on the now-rejected Treaty Principles Bill. But 20 minutes in, the Government moved to adjourn it - to leave this week free to be all about the Budget. The opposition were blindsided. Chris Bishop says he was under no obligation to tell them. "There'll be many a chance for people to have their say

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5:48

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on the...

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2025/05/20

A stay - for Te Pāti Māori MPs expecting debate on possible suspension today. The Privileges Committee recommended suspensions for Rawiri Waititi, Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Hana Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke for a protest haka during voting on the contentious Treaty Principles Bill. But 20 minutes after the debate began, Parliament's voted to adjourn it. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls unpacked today's events - and discussed why National wanted the focus off this matter during Budget week. LISTEN

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4:06

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/20

Australian's opposition has split - officially ending the Liberal-National coalition. National leader David Littleproud has confirmed his party will stand apart from Sussan Ley's Liberals, but he's leaving the door open. The coalition had an election thrashing this month. Leader Peter Dutton lost his seat and Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese scored a second term. Australian correspondent Murray Olds unpacks what this means for both parties going forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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3:46

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host ahead of the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/20

Sonny Bill Williams is adamant that his upcoming boxing bout against Paul Gallen will be the last time he steps in the ring. The former All Blacks and Kiwis star has finally been confirmed to fight State of Origin league enforcer Paul Gallen on July 16 in Sydney. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:31

Sam Warren: Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance...

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2025/05/20

New figures from the Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance show Auckland Council has invested $3 million on communications and advertising alone for the green waste bins. This follows the email campaign aimed at mayor Wayne Brown opposing the $36 million spent on the green bins so far. Auckland Ratepayers' Alliance spokesperson Sam Warren says this doesn't make sense from an economic perspective. "Auckland Council spends about $36 million a year on the programme - that's a lot. And only a third of

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4:20

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK and EU's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

Negotiations to reset the UK's post-Brexit relations reached a turning point - with leaders holding talks ahead of an upcoming summit. Both regions recently reached a 12-year deal giving fishing access for EU boats in UK waters. UK correspondent Gavin Grey explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:10

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

Moody's cut the US credit rating by one notch, citing rising debt and interest payments that outpace those of similar sovereigns. The downgrade to 'Aa1' from 'Aaa' follows a change in the outlook on the sovereign in 2023 due to wider fiscal deficit and higher interest payments, according to new data. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:22

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

Commercial users of gas are likely to be hit hard by 'unsustainable' prices this year, according to sector regulators. The Gas Industry Company’s latest quarterly report said average spot prices rose sharply in the first three months of 2025 as production continued to decline and demand remained relatively constant. Energy Resources Aotearoa CEO John Carnegie explains what this could mean for the sector. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:38

The Huddle: Will the Te Pāti Māori saga overshadow...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

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! Is Auckland Council out of line for making the owner of a Mt Eden villa remove the new windows because they violate heritage rules? Is this over the top? Budget 2025 is due out this week - but will the Te Pāti Māori saga overshadow it? Is Gary Lineker's recent controversy proof adults should stay off social media? LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:38

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

I've got a life tip for you - Grownups should not post their opinions on social media.Case in point, Gary Lineker. Now, Gary is about to announce that he's leaving his job at the BBC because of a social media post. This, in the UK, is very big news. Gary's a very popular host. He's the highest earner at the BBC because of how popular he is. He gets a salary of about $3 million New Zealand dollars, he's a former professional football player - I wager that if you ask anyone in the UK who Gary Lineker

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90:59

Full Show Podcast: 19 May 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 19 May 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis speaks to Heather ahead of Budget Day later this week. Is she worried the debate about the suspension of Maori Party MPs will overshadow her big week? US Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley has details about former President Joe Biden's terminal cancer diagnosis. Butter has got so expensive that people are buying boxes of cheap butter from Costco. Former Costco boss Patrick Noone explains why

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9:15

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister says more 'small...

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2025/05/19

The 2025 Budget is due out this week - and the Finance Minister's feeling hopeful despite the concerns around Te Pāti Māori's antics. Prime Minister Chris Luxon made it clear earlier today that National will not make any concessions on the Privileges Committee's recommendation to suspend three Te Pāti Māori MPs from Parliament. Nicola Willis says this week is all about the Budget - which aims to address concerns Kiwis have about the cost of living. "We just need to focus on the things that will make

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4:42

Alex Witten-Hannah: lawyer on the case where Mt Eden...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

The owners of a Mt Eden villa has voiced disapproval after Auckland Council demanded they remove double-glazed windows from their house to comply with heritage rules - claiming the order is 'expensive' and 'unnecessary'. The new windows have aluminium frames instead of the traditional timber frames - and open up to the outsides, rather than side upwards like the traditional sash windows. Alex Witten-Hannah, a lawyer representing the homeowners, hopes the council will take a 'common-sense' approach

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2:25

Patrick Noone: former Costco managing director...

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2025/05/19

A bustle of butter-buying at Auckland's Costco - where it costs $10 a kilo. Stats NZ figures show the price of a block of butter has soared 65 percent in the past year. Videos on social media show shoppers piling boxes of the spread into carts at the bulk-buy supermarket. Former Costco managing director, Patrick Noone, says the store's very unlikely to try to stop bulk buying. He explained they did it once when eggs were short - but if they can supply it, they'll let people buy as much as they can

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2:54

Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

The Associate Energy Minister says reversing natural gas policies will take time. Production fell 20 percent in the first quarter - compared on the year before - to 22.85 petajoules. Industry spokespeople say available gas is depleting and exploration of new fields is banned. Shane Jones says the last Government wanted the sector shut down - and faith needs to be restored it has a future. "Since 2018 and 2019, when the curtain came down on the industry, people stopped drilling and people lost

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3:28

Malcolm Mulholland: Patient Voice Aotearoa chair...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

There's concerns over extreme staff shortages in rural hospitals - as the Government announces funding to help urgent and after-hours care. Patient Voice Aotearoa has revealed more than 20 rural hospitals across the country are looking for one or more locum doctors. The Far North's Dargaville, Bay of Islands, and Kaitaia hospitals are doctor-less - and relying on telehealth. Chair Malcolm Mulholland says it's unclear how we can staff extra services - and we have to do more to keep doctors here

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5:26

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor with...

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2025/05/19

The Finance Minister says the Budget's designed to give businesses even more confidence for the future. The Budget, released on Thursday, will put aside $65 million over four years, for loosening rules that might put off overseas investors from choosing New Zealand. Nicola Willis says we can't let debt keep blowing out forever - and would risk the economy crumbling away if we allow major extra taxes or excessive borrowing. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls speculates about other future

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5:02

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/05/19

Grieving Australian families feel 'insulted' by silence around the death of two teens in Laos last year. Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles died alongside four others staying at Nana Backpackers hostel - after accidentally drinking methanol in alcohol shots. In latest news, up to 13 people may face charges related to food and health security, eliminating evidence, and unlawful business. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the parents of the victims have been met with silence from Laos

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