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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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4:24

Cath Cronin: Health NZ Deputy Chief Executive says...

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2025/03/25

Health NZ says it is investigating in depth as to how an 11-year-old girl was taken to a Hamilton mental health facility in a case of mistaken identity. She was mis-identified as a 20 year old patient seen climbing Fairfield Bridge's railings - then cuffed and injected with antipsychotic drugs. Health NZ Deputy Chief Executive Cath Cronin says they're deeply sorry and are working with the family. She says there is much she can't reveal at present. "We need to really understand what's happened here -

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3:58

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the investigations...

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2025/03/24

New reports have revealed power was available to keep London's Heathrow Airport open throughout the recent shutdown. Two other substations remained operational and capable of powering the airport - but the shutdown was called due to the time it took to switch from the damaged substation to the other two. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this update came as a shock to many people who got stranded. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:20

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on...

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2025/03/24

The global economy has gone through an interesting few months - and it's got markets worried. Trade concerns are impacting markets all over the world, especially the US. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2025

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2025/03/24

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 24 March 2025, Children's Minister Karen Chhour says she's shocked by revelations of Oranga Tamariki's grievous privacy breaches, including informing a woman's former partner of her address - leading to her physical abuse. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop tells Ryan Bridge he's ready to rip up the RMA - but what's it going to be replaced with? Ryan has a bouquet for a Rotorua councilor .... and Local Government NZ argues councils

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6:33

Tim Carter: Synlait acting Chief Executive on the...

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2025/03/24

A return to profit for troubled Canterbury milk processor Synlait. Its half-year result to January's end shows earnings of $63 million before interest, taxes, and depreciation. It follows a tough 2024 for Synlait, which saw a shareholder bailout via a $218 million capital raise to repay debt. Acting Chief Executive Tim Carter explains how the company managed to bounce back. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:05

The Huddle: Does Auckland need a new stadium?

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2025/03/24

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Local Government NZ is warning against putting a cap on council rates, worried this will have a negative impact on its interest payments. But should we accept councils just ramping up rates that exceed inflation by multiples every year? Winston Peters delivered his State of the Nation speech this weekend. He mentioned

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7:25

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's...

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2025/03/24

The Finance Minister says there will be an announcement in the next week on the Government's next steps to encourage more competition in the supermarket sector. Nicola Willis has previously indicated intentions to encourage a third player into the market to challenge the two incumbents. She explained while it's good to have a niche provider opening - unless someone is opening multiple stores, it's hard to get competition impact. "I've been engaging with a range of smaller players, and that's

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3:56

Sam Broughton: Local Government New Zealand President...

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2025/03/24

Local Government New Zealand is warning a proposed rate cap on councils will increase debt costs and place additional burdens on ratepayers. This comes after S&P Global Ratings released its downgrade of the New Zealand local Government institutional framework score last week - lowering the credit ratings of 18 councils and three council-controlled organisations. LGNZ President Sam Broughton says capping rates would stop local councils from properly investing in their communities. "New Zealand's

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2:57

Ben Sigmund: former All White ahead of the team's...

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2025/03/24

The All Whites are welcoming direct entry for Oceania to next year's Football World Cup - ahead of kickoff in their qualifying final against New Caledonia at Eden Park. It's the first time the winner from the region automatically qualifies for the tournament. Former All White Ben Sigmund is feeling hopeful ahead of the big match. "If they play like they did on Friday night against Fiji - I think they'll be too good and too classy and bring it home for sure." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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2:48

Karen Chhour: Children's Minister slams Oranga...

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2025/03/24

Oranga Tamariki's privacy standards are in the spotlight after a critical review. The report highlighted nine cases it described as a 'snapshot of issues'. They include a locked cabinet of client files being donated to charity, and social workers giving a mother's and child's address to a father accused of rape. In another, a mother suffered more abuse - after her file was shared with her child's father. Minister for Children Karen Chhour says that case was particularly tough reading. "That gives me

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2:53

Chris Bishop: RMA Reform Minister on the Government's...

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2025/03/24

Land owners will have more control of their property under the Government's new Resource Management Act system. It's scrapping the RMA to replace it with two acts focused on land use and environmental protections. Cabinet is hoping to pass it before the next election - to be in place before councils start 2027 long-term plans. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says building and expanding will become much smoother. "So as long as you meet the standards and you're using your own property - you can go

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6:49

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

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2025/03/24

There's potential for some bi-partisanship as the Government reveals key features of a replacement Resource Management Act system. Two replacement acts will include clearer environmental boundaries and prioritise property rights. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says it also has common sense ideas - like standardised zoning countrywide. He says he'll reach out to Labour and the Greens to look for areas where they can work together. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explains

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4:11

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the...

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2025/03/24

Over in Australia, the Albanese-led Government has recently promised to extend energy rebates until the end of 2025, providing another $150 in energy bill relief. The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to giving Australians cost-of-living relief ahead of the upcoming federal election. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the upcoming Budget will also unveil more relief solutions for prospective voters - and set the tone ahead of the election. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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3:22

Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host ahead of the All...

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2025/03/24

The All Whites are gearing up to punch their ticket to the football World Cup. New Zealand square off against New Caledonia at Eden Park tonight. The winner secures automatic entry to next year's tournament, while the loser faces an intercontinental playoff. Sportstalk host Elliott Smith explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:27

Dr Juliet Chevalier-Watts: Waikato law professor...

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2025/03/24

There's been growing calls to make churches pay more in tax - and the Government is set to review this in the upcoming Budget. But after over a decade of research, one academic has changed her mind and now believes churches should pay less taxes and receive more funding from the Government. Dr Juliet Chevalier-Watts, Associate Professor at Waikato University's Faculty of Law, says she's been researching the economic impact and value of religious charities in New Zealand. "It blew my mind...and quite

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6:55

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Ipsos...

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2025/03/21

The Government's had its lowest Ipsos survey rating since 2017, as they were slapped with a 4.2 out of 10 by Kiwis. The top concerns were healthcare, hospitals, the economy, housing, and crime. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper talks to Ryan Bridge about the results, building consent delays, and Wellington councils portaloo tax issue. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 21 March 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/21

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 21 March 2025, the Government is vowing changes are coming to the building consent process.. after revelations that two in three approvals are delayed. The Warehouse boss tells Ryan Bridge how he managed to lead the company back to profit. Celebrity chef Al Brown explains why he's not serving Bluff oysters this year. Plus, Ryan comes under fire for his controversial ranking of this weekend's sports offering. Get the Heather du

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6:20

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on Heathrow Airport...

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2025/03/21

London's Heathrow airport is closed after a major fire at an electrical substation caused a power outage. 120 flights were in the air and had to be turned around or diverted. Heathrow is Europe's busiest airport. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Ryan Bridge about the shutdown, why former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon's no longer under investigation, and Finland's ranking as the world's happiest country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:29

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on potential...

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2025/03/21

Donald Trump is hinting that China’s President Xi Jingping might be visiting the United States soon. This comes as the two nations are deep into a trade war. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis talks to Ryan Bridge about the potential meeting, why there's good news for exporters, and Kiribati’s deep-sea mining deal with China. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:35

Barry Soper wraps the political week

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2025/03/21

Christoper Luxon’s time in India has come to an end, relaunching free trade one decade after they fell apart. A timeline is yet to be secured. Meanwhile Winston Peters was in Washington as the US decides it needs a stronger presence in the Pacific. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper joins the show to discuss the international trips, the Green party’s rally for criminal Dean Wickliffe, and the latest GDP figures. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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