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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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9:11

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

How is China feeling amid the trade war coming out of the United States? Tariffs have been on and off under Trump's direction, but when it comes to China they have been consistent. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis talks to Ryan Bridge about what's been happening in China in the aftermath. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:49

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent wraps the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

The man at the centre of the economy for eight years has resigned, leaving without notice or explanation. Adrian Orr stepped down from his role as Reserve Bank governor on Wednesday. Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper says it would be beneficial to hear from Orr. "He's either accepting absolute defeat in what he set out to do, or he's saying ... 'I've done the job, now I'm out of here.' LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:29

Stephen Jacobi: International Business Forum...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

U.S President Donald Trump has paused tariffs on Mexico and Canada, again, after first doing so one month ago. The executive actions mean products covered under the USMCA treaty won’t be subject to a tariff until April 2nd. What is the President’s game plan? Executive Director of the International Business Forum Stephen Jacobi talks to Ryan Bridge. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:31

Sports Huddle: Champions Trophy final, Fijian Drua...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

Sports Commentator Andrew Gouride and Newstalk ZB Rugby Commentator Paul Allison join Ryan Bridge on the Sports Huddle. Super Rugby is taking a hit after the Fijian team were forced to right in the back of a truck on their arrival in Napier. How bad is this for the tournament? The Champions Trophy is getting underway on Sunday – could the Black Caps win? What does the Huddle think of a new review saying Super Rugby franchises should be merged with provincial unions? LISTEN ABOVE. See

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3:18

Indra Singh: FBC Sports Journalist on Fijian Drua...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

The Fijian Drua have reported several travel issues before their Super Rugby game in Napier last month. A photo showing the rugby team crammed into the back of a truck has circulated online, leading to officials blaming a breakdown in communication as the culprit. FBC Sports Journalist Indra Singh talks to Ryan Bridge about the incident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:35

Miki Magasiva: Tinā director on the films massive...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

New film Tinā is shaping up to be a Kiwi classic and has already earned more than $1 million. The film ranks third as the biggest opening weekend for a New Zealand film. Director Miki Magasiva talks to Ryan Bridge about the movie and why it's connecting with audiences nationwide. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:16

Sarah Ndiaye: Byron Bay Mayor on Cyclone Alfred

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

Cyclone Alfred continues to head towards Queensland. Four million people are set to be directly affected according to the latest numbers. Several towns have been evacuated and thousands are without power. Byron Bay Mayor Sarah Ndiaye gives Ryan Bridge an update on the situation. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:17

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on reinstating the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

The Government is reinstating the board of Health New Zealand, only eight months after it was scrapped. Lester Levy was appointed as commissioner and replaced the board last year. What does the new model look like? Health Minister Simeon Brown said the recruitment process has begun for a new board and talks to Ryan Bridge about the change. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:26

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on Health...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

Health Minister Simeon Brown is making major changes by bringing back the board of Health New Zealand. It comes as an audit of the public health agency found financial difficulties and "significant concerns." Senior Political Correspondent Barry Soper tells Ryan Bridge one of those concerns was senior management not having a meeting for two years. "If it was laughable, you'd say it was an orchestrated litany of laughs, but it's not because it's not funny," he said. LISTEN ABOVE.See

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3:48

Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Trump’s pause on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

Cracks are showing in the relationship between US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Trump gathered his cabinet to distinguish what power Musk has. The President's new guidance says that DOGE will play an advisory role and that's it. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson talks to Ryan Bridge about the change, and Trump's pause on Mexico-Canada tariffs. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:37

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport Host on the ICC Champions...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/07

Can the Black Caps beat India on Sunday night to with the ICC Champions Trophy? The teams will come up against each other in Dubai at 10pm NZ time. The final follows a record-breaking victory against South Africa in the semi-final of the tournament. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:53

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK supermarkets...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Meal deals have been a staple across UK retailers - and some outlets are offering consumers a new lunchtime option. Companies like Asda, Sainsbury's and Tesco are offering up salads, sandwiches, wraps, pasta and more - and non-alcoholic beer has entered the mix. UK correspondent Enda Brady says this has been met with mixed reactions, with many labelling this move 'desperate'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:46

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why equity...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Equity markets across the world have taken a dive - and one expert has explained the sudden drop. Donald Trump's tariff threat and collective concerns about the administration's new Department of Government Efficiency have sparked aversion among experts. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:05

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

New Zealand’s red meat sector is on track for a strong rebound, with export returns and overall profitability expected to rise. According to Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s mid-season update, strong global demand is expected to boost results for the sector. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:37

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Good news for Kiwi motorists - they can look forward to lower fuel prices in the next few days. The price of oil is at its lowest level in more than three years as fears about lower global growth combine with Opec plans to boost production. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:12

The Huddle: Did Greg Foran make the right call?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog's David Farrar and former Labour minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foreign Minister Winston Peters made the decision to sack Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK after he questioned President Donald Trump's understanding of history. Was this the right call? The Government has revealed it plans to lower the age of eligibility for free bowel cancer screenings to 58. However, it's using funding set aside

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99:55

Full Show Podcast: 06 March 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 6 March 2025, Ryan Bridge talks to Jessica Walker - Head of research at Consumer NZ about calling for an outright ban on card payment surcharges. Health Minister Simeon Brown discusses the Government's announcement on lowering the age for free bowel cancer testing. Winston Peters has given Phil Goff the flick as the High Commissioner to the UK - was he wrong to comment on Trump? Plus, the Huddle discusses yet another significant

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3:31

Dr Deborah Powell: APEX National Secretary ahead of...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Medical lab scientists and technicians across the country are set to go on strike in the coming days. Rolling strikes will take place across Pauanui, Pathlab and various med labs - beginning on the 22nd of March. The union has revealed 123,000 fewer patient tests will take place as a result of the strike action. APEX National Secretary Dr Deborah Powell says important tests will still be carried out - but the results will be delayed. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:05

Michael Wood: E tū negotiator on Canadian billionaire...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

An Auckland-based Canadian billionaire previously linked to an alternative news venture has taken a substantial holding in media company NZME. NZME owns the NZ Herald, BusinessDesk and Newstalk ZB. E tū negotiator Michael Wood says many are concerned about a potential change in editorial direction. "The concern here is that we clearly have an individual that is highly motivated to take control of a major media entity in New Zealand and who is doing so, quite clearly, with the intent of promulgating

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2:37

Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/03/06

Air New Zealand is in for a change - with CEO Greg Foran resigning from October. He's told the board the airline is in a good place and this is the right time to step down. He took on the role in February 2020. Aviation commentator Irene King says the airline should take this opportunity to restore confidence at home. "Air New Zealand has really got to focus on its core New Zealand market - and I think some of that's been lost. The edge has gone off." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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