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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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Full Show Podcast: 22 January 2025

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2025/01/22

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 22 January 2025, Finance Minister Nicola Willis on our sticky domestic inflation and why Chinese tourists could bring a quick economic boost to the country. The Spinoff's Duncan Grieve reacts to news of almost 40 newsroom roles being axed at NZ Herald publisher NZME. Education experts are calling on the Government to do more to lift NCEA achievement rates of Māori kids. Plus, Resident Builder Pete Wolfcamp on news that Gen Z are

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Peter Wolfkamp: ZB's Resident Builder on Gen Z hiring...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/22

The revelation that almost a quarter of Gen Z adults would rather pay a professional to change their lightbulbs has raised concerns about self-reliance among young people. According to data out of the UK, some younger people spend up to £1,300 (NZ$2830) a year paying professionals to do household tasks, citing concerns around safety - lightbulbs being too hot, falling off ladders and a reluctance to tamper with electronics. The report also states that 30 percent of those surveyed could not identify

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3:04

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster hopeful...

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2025/01/22

Confidence another substantial Official Cash Rate cut's on the cards, with today's figures showing inflation is still under control. Stats NZ says the rate for the year to December remained unchanged at 2.2 percent. Inflation is well down from the 2022 high of 7.3 percent, but still higher than the 1.5 percent reached in 2021. Infometrics Chief Forecaster Gareth Kiernan says he's confident the Reserve Bank will slice 50 basis points from the OCR in February. "Non-tradeable inflation is still coming

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5:18

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister warns local councils...

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2025/01/22

The Finance Minister's fired a warning to local councils - saying it's time for spending discipline and restraint. Stats NZ data for the year to December shows the inflation rate remains unchanged at 2.2 percent. Simon Watts has picked up the Local Government portfolio from incoming Health Minister, Simeon Brown. Nicola Willis says in too many cases, rates have been out of control. "We are looking at this concept of putting some limits on the level of rate increases that councils can do." LISTEN

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5:18

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

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2025/01/22

National's sending a strong message about its goals for 2025 - to grow the economy. The party's holding its annual caucus retreat today, and Prime Minister Chris Luxon earlier addressed media with his goal for growth. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Government is looking to get back to basics with their latest plans. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:30

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on President Donald...

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2025/01/22

The US isn't appearing that united over new President Donald Trump's drastic reconfiguration of American policy. He's issued dozens of executive orders since taking office yesterday, and says more changes are to come. There's already pushback - with 22 states challenging his bid to end birthright citizenship - and many fearing for the justice system after his sweeping pardons of Capitol riot convictions. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says American Civil Liberties Union, immigrant organizations and

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4:18

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Novak Djokovic...

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2025/01/22

Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz admits he was outplayed in a four-set quarter-final defeat to Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. Alcaraz won the first set but concedes he was overpowered by Djokovic, on the hunt for a 25th grand slam and 11th in Melbourne. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:28

Alwyn Poole: education consultant on the growing...

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2025/01/22

Experts are urging the Government to step up and help boost achievement rates among Māori students. The latest NCEA data shows Māori students lagged 20 percent behind their Pakeha counterparts in reading, writing and maths. Education consultant Alwyn Poole says this is a huge disparity - and it's been a long-term concern. "There are loads of examples of children from a range of situations arriving at school at 5 years old and being significantly behind - and it's been well reported on." LISTEN

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6:27

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump's return...

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2025/01/21

Business executives, academics, Government officials and civic leaders are expected to gather in Switzerland for the World Economic forum - and there's one key name on everyone's lips. Donald Trump's return to the White House is set to be a topic of discussion, with experts set to participate in an upcoming '47th US Presidency, Early Thoughts' panel. UK correspondent Enda Brady says wars, misinformation and climate change are also expected to be discussed at length. LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:41

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australia's...

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2025/01/21

Over in Australia, the unemployment rate increased to 4 percent in December - raising questions ahead of a potential interest rate cut next month. Unemployment is one of the key metrics the RBA uses to inform interest rate settings, and a weakening market could encourage the central bank to reduce rates. HSBC chief economist Paul Bloxham explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:17

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on what Donald Trump's...

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2025/01/21

It's been a big week for the US, with Donald Trump returning to the Oval Office for his second term as US President. His plan for tariffs has sparked concern among many key industries, with Kiwi farmers wondering what this means for one of New Zealand's biggest red meat markets. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on retail...

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2025/01/21

Economists have revealed retail spending numbers were better than expected for the month of December. The total value of electronic card spending, including in non-retail services and other non-retail categories, rose a seasonally adjusted 1.5 percent to $9.23 billion in December from November, according to Stats NZ. That brought total spending in line with levels last seen in November 2023. Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen says this is a sign green shoots are returning to the economy

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11:13

The Huddle: Are we a nation of humourless whiners?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/21

Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and Auckland City Councillor Richard Hills joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Herald's written a list of the pickiest and most peculiar advertising complaints of 2024 - what do we make of these? Have we turned into a nation of humourless whiners? It's a big day for the US as Donald Trump returns to the Oval Office for his second term - and he's not wasting any time, having signed off on a

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Full Show Podcast: 21 January 2025

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/21

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 21 January 2025, Republican strategist Amy Tarkanian speaks to Andrew Dickens as Donald Trump gets to work at the White House. Nelson mayor Nick Smith wants to call in the US ambassador over the question of who split the atom first. Should you put a photo on your CV? Recruitment expert Megan Alexander on how to stand out when looking for a new job. Plus, the Huddle weighs in on Donald Trump, and whether Kiwis have become

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Megan Alexander: Robert Half Managing Director offers...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/21

It's a tough market for people on the job hunt in today's climate. Seek data shows job ads fell 2 percent in December - and were down 22 percent compared to December 2023. Recent surveys also indicated at least 64 percent of employees are also hoping for a pay rise this year. Robert Half Managing Director Megan Alexander says applicants need to demonstrate proactivity and initiative - and follow through on the promises made in interviews. "You have to definitely have the full package in today's

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Hilary Souter: ASA chief executive looks back at the...

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2025/01/21

New reports offer a look into the TV ads that struck a nerve in 2024. The Advertising Standards Authority received hundreds of complaints last year, but only accepted 100 for review. They include people disgusted about someone picking their nose, and outrage over cars not stopping at a pedestrian crossing. Chief executive Hilary Souter says they get a raft of complaints for all different reasons. "What's interesting to us about the people looking at ads is that they often pick up one issue in an ad

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Nick Smith: Nelson mayor hits back after Donald Trump...

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2025/01/21

Nelson's mayor is using a false claim from the new US President in his inaugural address to promote the city. Trump's list of Americans' claims to greatness included splitting the atom, which was achieved by Kiwi Sir Ernest Rutherford in 1917. Nelson Mayor Nick Smith's inviting the US Ambassador to visit the memorial to Rutherford. He says he wants to celebrate his heritage. "It was extraordinary that a small boy that grew up in a little place called Brightwater, Foxhill and Havelock who went to

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5:48

Amy Tarkanian: Republican strategist on Donald Trump...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/21

Donald Trump's swift actions from the day he's taken office could indicate he's learned since his first term. The 47th President has already signed a significant number of executive orders, relating to border security, inflation, and even gender issues. In just two orders, he revoked nearly 80 of Joe Biden's presidential actions, and he's pardoned more than a thousand convicts from the January 6 Capitol riot. Republican strategist Amy Tarkanian says Trump's showing he's prepared and eager for

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Chris Abercrombie: PPTA President voices concerns...

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2025/01/21

As kids get ready to head back to school, educators are worried about a lack of teachers - with a shortage of about 346 full time teachers sparking concerns. The PPTA's Chris Abercrombie says New Zealand is competing with the rest of the world for staff. He says New Zealand needs to be an attractive place for domestic teachers to stay, and for overseas teachers to move to. "The Government could be looking at increasing pay and conditions at their upcoming collective agreement - we know that pay

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5:39

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor previews...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2025/01/21

National's upcoming caucus retreat is set to take place tomorrow - as the Party recovers from Sunday's surprise Cabinet reshuffle. Prime Minister Chris Luxon raised a few eyebrows following his ministerial shakeup, with multiple MPs being moved down the rankings and losing their portfolios. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says Luxon cares about generating results, and he's not above chopping and changing to move forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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