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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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4:18

Dr Mark Williams: neuroscientist on the new data...

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2025/03/06

New research reveals Kiwis check their devices for notifications up to 50 times per hour. According to a survey by Kindle, 86 percent of respondents check through their notifications before they go to sleep - which has been found to contribute to increased stress levels and poor sleep quality. Neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams says many people have also developed 'phantom buzz' syndrome as a result of always needing to be connected to their phones. "Their brains are so wired to be constantly getting

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2:28

Maurice Williamson: former New Zealand Consul-General...

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2025/03/06

There's support for the Foreign Affairs Minister sacking Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK. Goff questioned President Donald Trump'sunderstanding of history at a public Chatham House event. Winston Peters says that's ultimately made his position as High Commissioner untenable. Former New Zealand Consul-General to LA, Maurice Williamson, says diplomats are clearly warned not to convey personal views. "It wouldn't matter if you were talking about Japan or China or anything - that's the role of

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3:39

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the bowel cancer...

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2025/03/06

The Health Minister says higher testing rates are key to better bowel cancer outcomes. The Government is lowering eligibility for free screening to 58 from late this year. It's using funding set aside from the previous Government's plan to lower screening for Māori and Pasifika - who have worse early onset death rates - to 50. Simeon Brown says this will save more lives - but he explained they'll stillpay attention to those communities. "We're also going to be doing a lot of work with Health NZ to

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5:03

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on...

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2025/03/06

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sacked Phil Goff as British High Commissioner. The Foreign Minister acted after Goff - a former Labour leader and Cabinet Minister in Clark's Government - questioned Donald Trump's understanding of history. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Trump needs to be handled with care, as the US President could retaliate and impact New Zealand's 'bread and butter'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:07

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the...

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2025/03/06

Australia's Prime Minister is reassuring locals bracing for Cyclone Alfred that the Government has their back. The category two storm is expected to hit tomorrow between the Sunshine Coast and northern New South Wales. More than 200 NSW schools are closed, the Defence Force is activated - and Qantas and Virgin are suspending Brisbane flights. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says over 20,000 homes will also need to be evacuated before the cyclone touches down. LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:51

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps...

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2025/03/06

Kane Williamson has rotated the strike with a Lahore cat at the media conference after New Zealand's 50-run Champions Trophy semi-final cricket win over South Africa. He didn't need nine lives with his 102 alongside Rachin Ravindra's 108 as part of 362 for six to cat-apult the Black Caps into a decider against India in Dubai on Sunday. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:49

Jessica Walker: Consumer NZ Acting Head of Research...

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2025/03/06

There's renewed calls for an outright ban on card payment surcharges. Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission's considering lowering interchange fees, but there's no guarantee it'll reduce what consumers pay. It says a proper ban would be more consistent and fairer for buyers and merchants. Research Acting Head Jessica Walker says there's been adjustments to interchange fees in the past - and there's doubt this latest change will be different. "What we're calling for is for the Commerce Commission

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6:46

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on JD Vance denying he...

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2025/03/05

The US vice-president is back-pedalling over a comment he made - thought to be in relation to key allies, the UK and France. JD Vance said a US stake in Ukraine's economy is a better security guarantee than 20,000 troops from 'some random country' that hasn't fought a war in 30 or 40 years. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says Vance has denied this statement was targeted - but didn't elaborate which countries he was referring to. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:55

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio...

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2025/03/05

It's a big week for the New Zealand stock market, and one expert is taking a look at the highest performers. As results reporting continues, some companies are bringing in more for investors than others. Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:03

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business...

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2025/03/05

Major question marks over the shock-resignation of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr. Orr's laid out areas of his work he's proud of, but gave no reason for quitting almost half-way through his second, five-year term. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny unpacked the reactions to this announcement. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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100:30

Full Show Podcast: 05 March 2025

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2025/03/05

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday March 5 2025, Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell joined Ryan Bridge to discuss Adrian Orr's shock resignation as Reserve Bank Governor. Trade Minister Todd McClay has also confirmed he's keeping a close eye on potential trade disruptions that could impact New Zealand as Trump's tariffs kick in. Former ACT leader Richard Prebble also unpacked the combination of factors that led to him stepping down from the Waitangi

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6:30

The Huddle: Why did Adrian Orr step down now?

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2025/03/05

Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and AUT chancellor Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr stunned the country by announcing a shock resignation earlier today. What do we think caused this? Did he want to leave - or was he pushed out? Recycling bin inspectors will be fitted with body cameras in a bid to reduce abuse on the job. What do we make of this? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener

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3:51

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the...

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2025/03/05

One expert has delivered a grim outlook for share markets around the world. Stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico. Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan says markets surged after the election with thoughts that Trump might promote growth. He says there might not be a quick fix for the issue. "I suspect it's going to be something that could last a lot longer, and we could be in a more serious downward trend that lasts for up to 12

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7:22

Richard Prebble: former ACT Party leader explains...

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2025/03/05

A combination of factors led to former ACT Party leader Richard Prebble stepping away from the Waitangi Tribunal. He's resigned after being appointed in October. The tribunal was established in 1975 in a bid to deal with unresolved Treaty grievances. Prebble claims the Tribunal doesn't take any notice of Parliament - and says it believes there's two Treaties. He says it's creating more grievances. "It's a rewriting of history - and I know historians do re-interpret history, but one thing you can't

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2:17

Mark Orams: sailing professor floats the idea of the...

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2025/03/05

Auckland has expressed interest towards Emirates Team New Zealand around returning the next America's Cup defence to the City of Sails. Tataki Auckland Unlimited have confirmed they are in talks around potentially hosting the 38th edition, likely to be held in 2027. Sailing professor Mark Orams says the interest is there, but it requires investment from multiple key partners. "What is the return on investment - and can we be confident that it's worth the investment for the greater good of New

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5:09

Todd McClay: Trade Minister unpacks what Donald...

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2025/03/05

The Trade Minister says he's taking potential disruption to trade very seriously. US President Donald Trump has sent stocks tumbling across the world after lumping tariffs on China, Canada and Mexico, who are promising retaliation. Todd McClay says it'll directly affect New Zealand companies in those countries - such as Fisher and Paykel in Mexico. He says it could move us even closer to China, especially for products like beef. "They will still need the beef that they're bringing from the rest of

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3:03

Michael Reddell: former Reserve Bank economist on...

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2025/03/05

There's surprise among economists and industry experts after Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr abruptly resigned today. Orr was almost halfway through his second five-year term. Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell says no one's received an adequate explanation as to why Orr chose to depart today - and it's not good enough. "Maybe he really is just exhausted - but still, you don't just walk out on the same day, on the eve of a really big conference being hosted tomorrow." LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:45

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on...

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2025/03/05

Today's surprise resignation by Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has left experts with plenty of questions. Neither the Prime Minister nor Finance Minister are giving any details of why the most powerful, non-elected person in Government has abruptly quit. Not only have Nicola Willis and Chris Luxon gone to ground - the Reserve Bank will not answer media questions about the departure. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper suspects Adrian Orr may have found other opportunities elsewhere - and

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5:53

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump...

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2025/03/05

Donald Trump says tariffs will make the US rich again. The President's been delivering his first Congress address since commencing his second term. He's talked up the 119 sweeping changes he's already pushed through - drastically reshaping domestic and foreign policy. He says the US has been ripped off for decades by nearly every country on earth - and he won't let that happen any longer. US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley says Trump was also quick to fire back at the Democrats in the audience who

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3:10

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

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2025/03/05

Black Caps coach Gary Stead is adamant South Africa will be unfazed by a pointless trip to Dubai heading into tonight's Champions Trophy semifinal in Lahore. South Africa flew to Dubai in case they played India in the semis but instead boarded a plane back to Lahore after the Black Caps lost to India to finish second in their group. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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