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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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6:06

Maree Tassell: iFindProperty founder on the growing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

There's been a significant increase in property flippers and it's prompted concerns from experts. One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies has complained to the Real Estate Authority about the increase - following a sharp drop in 2023. iFindProperty founder Maree Tassell says there's a lot of deception that comes with flipping properties, and vendors often don't find out until it's too late. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:00

The Huddle: What can we learn from the Covid inquiry?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

Tonight on The Huddle, Sarah Trotman from Business Mentors and former Health NZ Chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19 were released today, concerning lockdowns and vaccine mandates. What did we think of this? What can we learn? Wellington mayors and social leaders wrote an open letter opposing the Government’s proposed move-on orders targeting rough sleepers and beggars. What do

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2:21

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: This Covid...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

The big Covid inquiry - the Royal Commission of Inquiry - is out and to be honest, I don’t think it’s a game-changer. It doesn’t tell you anything you didn’t already know or at least strongly suspect. Aucklanders, who were the most affected, lived through it. We already knew that Grant, Jacinda and Chippy kept us in that 2021 lockdown for too long. We already knew the Auckland border could have been lifted earlier. Now we simply have the proof in writing that we were right. If there is a revelation

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99:04

Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 10 March, 2026, Aucklanders were in lockdown for longer than even Ashley Bloomfield recommended during Covid - we hear from the Covid Minister at the time, Chris Hipkins. How New Zealand's playing a big part in research on a male contraceptive pill. We talk to the owner of Formerly the Blackball Hilton about a demand to get rid of their outdoor tables and chairs. And on The Huddle, Sarah Trotman and Rob Campbell have a passionate

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4:28

Matt Goodson: Salt Funds Management managing director...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

Stock markets have rebounded and oil prices have dropped below yesterday's forecast, following recent comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump indicated the war in the Middle East could be over 'very soon', and it's led to ripple effects across sharemarkets all over the world. Matt Goodson from Salt Funds Management says it's unclear if the US can walk away from this conflict or if the Strait of Hormuz will reopen in time. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:21

Chris Hipkins: former Covid Response Minister defends...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

The former Covid Response Minister, Chris Hipkins, is being questioned over the latest findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry. The report was released today - finding New Zealand's approach was good overall, but the Government was too slow in some areas, and some restrictions went too far. Chris Hipkins says he thinks it's a fair report, although he doesn't accept every recommendation. "I think the terms of reference were heavily politically loaded. And I actually think the Royal Commission

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3:22

Cynthia Robins: Formerly the Blackball Hilton owner...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

A legendary West Coast pub has removed its popular outdoor seating under threat of a $20,000 fine. It was decided the Formerly the Blackball Hilton's tables and chairs fell outside the licensed boundary. Owner Cynthia Robins says they've been there for decades - and never caused a problem. "They're becoming much more strict with what's within the licenced area. We said - well, until this is resolved, we just can't have the tables there? Well, now I feel like the town doesn't look as inviting

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2:40

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand needs to look at ways to cut costs as the war in the Middle East impacts fuel prices. The airline's adjusted fares - lifting domestic flights $10 and long-haul flights $90. It's suspended its guidance from less than a fortnight ago, expecting second-half earnings similar to the $59 million first-half loss. Irene King says the airline could slash its spending. "They really have never addressed the cost side of their business post-Covid - and they really

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5:38

Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the findings from...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

The Health Minister has raised some concerns after the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19’s final report was released. The report found that New Zealand's approach was good overall, but the previous Government was too slow in some areas, and some restrictions went too far. Simeon Brown says the data shows that the previous Government kept New Zealand locked down for far too long and spent too much money, and the nation is still facing the consequences. "The reality here is, the Royal

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6:12

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

The Government's turning a spotlight on Chris Hipkins over newly released Covid inquiry findings. The Royal Commission's second phase report's found overall that New Zealand responded well, but highlighted concerns - including the length of Auckland's lockdown. Health Minister Simeon Brown says it shows the previous Government extended the Auckland lockdown, in spite of official advice saying it was safe to lift. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says the Covid period was tough

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5:35

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

Australia will deploy a military surveillance ‌aircraft to the Middle East and send missiles to the United Arab Emirates, but the Government's ruled out sending troops. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says this support will help the Gulf countries defend ⁠themselves against attacks from Iran - but he's claimed Australia is 'not a protagonist' in this conflict. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Donald Trump reportedly phoned Anthony Albanese earlier today. LISTEN ABOVESee

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4:07

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Sophie Devine...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates will return to the White Ferns for five games against South Africa, as the defence of the T20 World Cup looms in June. Neither featured in the Zimbabwe series - the first time a New Zealand squad was named without one or the other since 2006. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:57

Dr Rohit Katial: NZ Clinical Research physician on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/10

Progress is being made on a world-leading male contraceptive. The next stage of tests run by New Zealand Clinical Research will give participants multiple doses to see if the oral pill is safe for daily use. Phase one demonstrated it was tolerable after a single dose. Lead research physician, doctor Rohit Katial, says they'll also learn how long effects last. "Even though you might stop taking the drug, it might take a bit longer for the sperm levels to come back up, so all of that will be

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4:59

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Starmer and Trump...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

Sir Keir Starmer and Donald Trump have spoken for the first time since the US president condemned the UK's response to the Iran conflict. Reports claim the two leaders discussed the situation in the Middle East and military cooperation between the UK and US. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says many details of the call are unknown, but it can't have been pleasant for Starmer. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:23

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

There's growing concerns about the economic impacts of the war in Iran. Crude oil prices have topped $100 US dollars a barrel for the first time since 2022 - and our petrol prices surged another 14 cents over the weekend. Harbour Asset Management's Shane Solly says these attacks are directly impacting key fuel sources, which has got economists worried about future prices. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:19

Anna-Marie Brennan: Waikato University Senior...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

There's growing debate about the future of asteroid mining, as technology keeps making new advancements. These new developments have prompted concerns about how this process can be regulated, as it looks more likely asteroid mining will take off by the end of the decade. Waikato University Senior Lecturer in Law Anna-Marie Brennan says there's plenty to be mined from asteroids - and it will likely reduce the environmental impacts on Earth. "But at the same time, a lot of researchers, a lot of

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11:43

The Huddle: Will National roll Luxon eventually?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! There's bee plenty of speculation over the weekend about Luxon's political future, but after today's round of interviews, it's unlikely he's going anywhere just yet. Do we think National will roll him eventually? The Government will be keeping an eye on fuel prices as the conflict in the Middle East continues. There's growing calls

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99:06

Full Show Podcast: 09 March 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 9 March, 2026, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones warns we may have to ration fuel if the Iran war drags on. More people are learning Te Reo Maori - but there's an issue with getting enough teachers. A Waikato University lecturer tells us we're close to mining asteroids - and New Zealand's playing a big part. And on The Huddle, Trish Sherson and Josie Pagani debate whether the Prime Minister really is facing a leadership threat

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2:16

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Has Luxon...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

Look, I know we’re all going to have different points at which we think the media reaction to a news story gets silly but for me, that point was this morning. Members of the media chasing the Prime Minister through Wellington Airport, asking whether he was considering resigning and whether he had the full support of his caucus seemed a little bit silly to me.Silly because it’s not as if he’s gone to ground for the past four days, is it? He was on morning media today - two radio interviews and at

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8:25

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the Government's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/09

The Government is actively monitoring the impact international fuel prices are having on the price we're being asked to pay at the pump. Crude oil prices have topped $100 US dollars a barrel for the first time in three years - and our petrol prices surged another 14 cents in the weekend. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says the Government's working with key industries to keep an eye on prices, in case there's a global shock. "We can assure New Zealanders that there's enough fuel for at least 60 days,

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