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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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6:11

Best of 2024: Barry Soper - Northland pylon collapse...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/26

The Electricity Authority's report in to a toppled pylon has found the collapse was entirely avoidable. The Transpower pylon north of Helensville fell - cutting power to 88,000 people in Northland - after unsupervised, inexperienced maintenance crews undid three legs at once. The report found there was evidence removing all the nuts wasn't a one-off event. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this incident came with significant economic impacts to Northland. LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:17

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the verdict expected...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

A charity boat was bringing 147 migrants that they'd rescued in the Mediterranean to Italy but the Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini refused. This has now come to court andMatteo Salvini is accused of kidnap and dereliction of duty over that refusal to allow the the boat to dock, and prosecutors in Sicily have asked judges to sentence him to 6 years in jail. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey joins the show to talk about this and the Minister who's responsible for tackling corruption in UK

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7:14

Sir Roger Douglas: ACT Founder supports Shane Jones

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Sir Roger Douglas is disappointed with the ACT Party's response to this week's bleak Treasury forecasts. Douglas supported NZ First MP Shane Jones' response to the figures in which he made in an urgent debate in Parliament. David Seymour has 'annoyed' his party's founder. ACT Party Founder Sir Roger Douglas discusses this with Ryan Bridge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 20 December 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 20 December. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:02

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

China has been desperate to boost its economy but the consumer does not want to spend. Youth unemployment is close to 20% in the country, which is a contributor factor as well as worries around healthcare. The South Korean Government has voted to impeach President Yoon and now the constitutional court has 180 days to review that decision. There is a potential for a merger between two car makers Nissan and Honda. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:23

Ryan Bridge: Do's and Don'ts for the beach this summer

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

It's my last day at work for the year... and I'm off to the beach... Every year... because I'messentially an angry and quite grumpy person.... I go to the beach and I get mad. Angry at people doing dumb stuff... The problem with the beach is it's public. I can't yet afford my own private one. Until then... here's my top five 5 things NOT to do at the beach this summer: Rubbish Bins. They get full quickly. So everybody just piles their shit sky-high a biohazard version of jenga. Don't do that..

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12:53

The Huddle: Sports News Director Clay Wilson and...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Tonight on the Huddle, Newstalk ZB Sports News Director Clay Wilson and Sports Journalist Jim Kayes discuss all things sport of the week. The Huddle agrees Liam Lawson bagging a spot on Red Bull's team is an example of perseverance and talent. ESports are disappointed because they have missed out on funding this week. The Huddle discusses. How do we feel about sport on Christmas day? This and more on The Huddle. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:07

Richard Martin: Entertainment reporter on YouTuber Mr...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

YouTuber Mr Beast has come out with his own reality TV show called Beast Games. The show will see one thousand contestants playing to win a grand prize of $5 million. Entertainment reporter Richard Martin joins the show to discuss this and the new 'Bluey' movie on its way. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:38

Frank Frizzelle: Professor and Bowel Cancer New...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Palmerston North Hospital is cutting back on some of its bowel cancer screening procedures, and Health New Zealand is unable to say if this is happening in other regions around the country. 852 patients who are at a high risk of developing cancer are on the waiting list for a colonoscopy in Palmerston North. Professor and Medical advisor at Bowel Cancer New Zealand Frank Frizzelle said this will result in people having cancer who otherwise would not. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:14

Mitch McCann: International correspondent on Luigi...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione has been extradited to New York. Earlier this week the 26-year-old faced 11 charges at the state level, but now the FBI and and the US government have levelled federal charges against him. 41% of young voters say the killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO was acceptable, according to new research. The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a month-long ban on drone flights over much of New Jersey after thousands of drones flew over military bases

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5:35

Barry Soper: Senior Political Correspondent on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Labour's finance spokesperson Barbara Edmonds has posted to Facebook an incorrect graph that claims the Ardern-Hipkins government has reduced New Zealand's debt by $31 billion in its second term. Finance Minister Nicola Willis said Edmonds mistake was extraordinary fiscal ignorance. The government is pushing forward with replacing the Air Force's passenger jets despite the current economic climate. Labour, Te Pāti Māori and the Greens are figuring out ways to team up. Senior Political Correspondent

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2:20

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on Liam Lawsons place...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

What everyone hoped would happen has happened: A kiwi has made it to a full time drive with Formula One. Liam Lawson goes into the Red Bull team alongside big name Max Verstappen. Auckland FC will play back at home tomorrow. Weekend Sport host Jason Pine think they are able to keep their winning momentum going, despite a few injuries among the players. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:40

Barrie Thomlinson: Founder of Toyota Racing Series on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/20

Liam Lawson has been promoted into Red Bull's senior team in Formula One. He'll race alongside Max Verstappen next season after Red Bull parted ways with Sergio Perez. Founder of the Toyota Racing Series Barrie Thomlinson says Red Bull will have chosen Lawson based on his future talent. Thomlison says if Lawson performs at a high level, he will likely be the person to replace Max Verstappen. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:55

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the new study...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

A new study has revealed the amount of steps you take per day could lead to a reduction in depression symptoms. Spanish researchers have debunked the earlier finding that 10,000 steps a day is the optimal amount - and revealed that 7,000 will translate to better mental health outcomes. UK correspondent Enda Brady unpacks the results of the study - and reveals the role step trackers can play in generating positive results. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:46

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the US Federal...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

Over in the US, share prices have slumped after the US Federal Reserve hinted at a slower than expected pace for rate cuts in the new year. The Federal Reserve set its key lending rate in a target range of 4.25 percent to 4.5 percent - down a full percentage point since September. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:23

Jamie Mackay: The Country host hints towards his ag...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

The Country's Jamie Mackay has been catching up with politicians and farming experts to discuss their picks for Ag Person of the Year. There's been a diverse range of favourites - but who is Jamie's? He revealed his favourites for 2024, ahead of his final show for the year. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:04

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

This was a dire week for the economy - but experts say things can only go up from here. Stats NZ revealed that GDP was down 1 percent in the September quarter, and had been down 1.1 percent the previous quarter. This is the biggest drop since 1991, excluding the Covid-19 lockdowns. Despite the gloomy outlook, NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says this will likely be as bad as things get before things pick up. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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100:48

Full Show Podcast: 19 December 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 19 December 2024, the GDP has taken a massive fall, plunging New Zealand into the biggest recession since 1991. Former Finance Minister Steven Joyce talks to Ryan Bridge. The Prime Minister won't be going to Waitangi on Waitangi Day next year. Waitangi national trust chairman Pita Tipene says he's disappointed. The Huddle debates the economy, and what you might find if you come to visit Stuart Nash unannounced. Get the Heather du

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8:52

The Huddle: Can we acknowledge the Reserve Bank made...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Labour Cabinet Minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government is looking to strengthen free speech at universities. Should universities be allowed to decline hosting controversial speakers? It's been a dire week for the economy - with today's GDP results revealing we're in the worst recession since 1991, excluding the Covid-19 lockdowns. Can we get back on

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5:59

Ruth Riviere: Mastercard New Zealand Country Manager...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/12/19

Mastercard is pushing back against the Commerce Commission's plan to put a cap on credit card fees. The Commission says regulation for credit and contactless payments could deliver $280 million in savings a year for merchants and consumers. But Mastercard New Zealand says the draft decision is disappointing, will undermine competition, and set back the local economy. Mastercard NZ Country Manager Ruth Riviere says these suggestions by the Commerce Commission will bring down interest in investing in

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