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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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3:33

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

CDC Data Centres – half owned by infrastructure investor Infratil – says it has secured the largest data centre contract in Australia’s history, a 555 megawatt deal that takes its total contracted capacity to over one gigawatt. The 30-year contract is with an as-yet-unidentified United States high-end investment-grade customer and is inclusive of renewal options of up to 20 years. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:09

The Huddle: Do we agree with the new NZ citizenship...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Minister for Internal Affairs has unveiled a new multi-choice test for migrants looking to get New Zealand citizenship. Applicants would have to answer 20 questions and get 15 correct to pass. Do we think this is fair? The BSA is on its way out, with Minister Paul Goldsmith saying it's no longer fit for

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Full Show Podcast: 06 May 2026

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2026/05/06

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 6 May, 2026, we talk to Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith about the axing of the Broadcasting Standards Authority. Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden explains the citizenship tests for would-be migrants. A parent coach tells us about an online guide to help parents navigate social media with their children. And on The Huddle, Jack Tame and Phil O'Reilly discuss whether the BSA was past its use-by date. Get

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2:11

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The BSA...

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2026/05/06

Well, blow me down - I did not think that Paul Goldsmith had the courage or the inclination to do something as bold as actually scrapping the Broadcasting Standards Authority. I thought it was all talk when he kept dropping it as a possibility but it turns out I was wrong. He’s announced the BSA is gone; the laws will be drawn up in the next few months and they’ll be passed before the next election. Why this surprises me is because this is culture war-adjacent stuff. This is exactly the kind of

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4:04

Chris Smith: CMC Markets managing director on ASB...

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2026/05/06

ASB is set to launch their own answer to Sharesies with their new app. ASB Share Central will include a mobile app and desktop platform, and it will allow Kiwis to make their own investments into shares. CMC Markets managing director Chris Smith says it's 'exciting' ASB wants to take this step, and they're looking forward to working with the bank on this project. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:44

Brooke van Velden: Internal Affairs Minister on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

The Minister for Internal Affairs says an incoming multi-choice test for those seeking citizenship shouldn't be a barrier for people seeking to become a New Zealander. The test will be imposed for people seeking citizenship from late next year. Applicants would have to answer 20 questions and get 15 correct to pass. Minister Brooke van Velden says says examples could be - what are our laws around domestic violence, or whether women and men have equal rights. She says it's about understanding shared

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3:02

Dr Helen Beattie: Veterinarians for Animal Welfare...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

Pet cats are good at catching and hunting wild animals, but there's been concerns raised over what this means for the safety of our native fauna. It's good for pet cats to roam, but growing awareness of the devastating impact they can have on our wildlife means owners need to take more responsibility, according to experts. Veterinarians for Animal Welfare Aotearoa managing director Dr Helen Beattie says it's difficult to keep a pet cat confined to the home and it's important to keep them safe. She

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3:05

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on...

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2026/05/06

There's hopes the Iran war won't bring a big bump in unemployment. Stats NZ data shows the rate reached 5.3 percent in the March quarter, down from 5.4 percent in the three months to December. Infometrics expect it'll rise again throughout 2026. Principal Economist, Brad Olsen, says they're not expecting any mass firings. "It's more that those hiring intentions are likely to be more subdued - i.e., businesses probably won't be as keen to hire into the future just because of how uncertain things

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4:12

Paul Goldsmith: Media and Communications Minister on...

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2026/05/06

The Broadcasting Standards Authority's not long for this world, with Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith announcing today it'll be scrapped. He says the body to monitor TV and radio is past its use-by date - and media can self-regulate using the Media Council. No time-frame's set, but legislation will be drafted in coming months. Goldsmith says times have changed. "The world's moved on and it's obvious to everybody how we get our information has changed dramatically, and it was sort of

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5:54

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

The Broadcasting Standards Authority is being binned, and the Government's moving to let media companies regulate themselves. The Authority was established in 1989 - but the Government says the media landscape's changed beyond its control. Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith says print media already regulates itself through the Media Council, which broadcasters can join. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this move reflects the changing media market, and it'll

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3:45

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the US working to...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

Donald Trump's refusing to say what will constitute a breach of the Iran ceasefire - telling reporters they'll find out. The US President said he's making 'tremendous' deals on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says two US commercial ships, along with military destroyers, have already safely moved through. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says the US is looking to bide some more time as the conflict continues. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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3:13

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Kanaloa Rugby...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

Consortium Kanaloa Rugby, a group pitching to save the disbandment of the Moana Pasifika Super franchise, claims to have the necessary backing to take over the licence. However, chief executive Tracy Atiga says their bid to put up $15 million dollars - including debt settlements - is being ignored by the current owners. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave unpacked what we know so far. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:39

Sheridan Eketone: Parenting Place coach on the launch...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/06

Spark and Parenting Place have launched an online course designed to help parents navigate social media. New research has revealed over one third parents feel out of their depth, and nearly one in five have to navigate meltdowns or arguments in order to manage devices. Parenting Place coach Sheridan Eketone says many parents have claimed they're feeling 'overwhelmed' with the new developments in social media and this course will help them manage the risks. "It gives all the perspectives, so we're

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4:18

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the growing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

There's growing speculation over Keir Starmer's future as Labour leader - especially with the local elections looming. Labour faces losing more than 1,800 council seats across England, including in key areas that have supported the party for decades. UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's unknown who could replace Starmer, but there's some choices being floated. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:25

Paul Bloxham: HSBC Chief Economist on Australia's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

Australia's Reserve Bank has lifted the country's Official Cash Rate 25 basis points, to 4.35 percent. The move was expected by economists and financial markets, fearing the Middle East oil crisis could worsen inflation before it gets better. HSBC Chief Economist Paul Bloxham explained the move further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 05 May 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 5 May, 2026, we hear from Local Government Minister Simon Watts on an ultimatum to councils to amalgamate or the Government will do it for them. ACT leader David Seymour explains why he wants pharmacists to treat more illnesses and prescribe antibiotics. We hear why services to treat kidney disease are stretched throughout the country. And on The Huddle, Carmen Parahi and Jordan Williams debate whether it's good for schools to let

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3:58

Hamish McKay: The Country spokesperson on whether...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

Despite the mounting concerns about the economy and the ongoing Middle East conflict, New Zealand's rural sector is booming. Reports reveal farm worker pay growth has levelled off after a post-Covid period of rapid growth. The Country's Hamish McKay explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:06

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: ACT's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

So at lunchtime today, I was catching up with one of our advertisers just across the road, having a cup of tea. He owns a health-adjacent business and we got chatting about community pharmacies - like the one I go to - and what they can do to survive at a time when the big players, like Chemist Warehouse, are taking over. I said to him that I feel community pharmacies need a real unique selling point. You can get almost everything you want from anywhere now, right? I think they need permission to do

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9:22

The Huddle: Do we agree with ACT's plan for pharmacists?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

Tonight on The Huddle, Tō Waha Media's Carmen Parahi and Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Schools across Canterbury are splitting the athletic pupils from the rest of the pack by having the faster children run the cross country - and the others doing the fun-run. Do we think this is the right move, or are we encouraging kids to lose? ACT wants pharmacists to take on more medical services in order to alleviate the

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4:20

Catherine McGrath: Westpac CEO on the bank bracing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/05/05

Westpac's CEO says they have noticed changing customer habits in the backdrop of a tougher economy. The bank's half-year profit is up four percent, with its net profit rising to $545 million dollars. It's down 19 percent on the previous six months. CEO Catherine McGrath says businesses are getting good at controlling what they can. "There's a little bit less money being spent on things like hospitality and retail spend - with businesses, some of them are pausing a bit on whether they want to do

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