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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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6:31

Grant Watson: Synlait CEO on the company's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

Synlait Milk has reported a net loss of $182.1 million and stumped up with a one-off payment to try to keep supplying South Island farmers. The embattled dairy processor reported its full-year results to July 31 on Monday with revenue up 2 percent to $1.64 billion. It took a total non-cash impairment of $114.6 million during the year against its long-term assets. CEO Grant Watson says the 2024 financial year was a difficult one - but things look to be in a better position for next year. LISTEN

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10:17

The Huddle: Is Hastings' new sign really that bad?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and NZME editor-at-large Shayne Currie joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government's copped some backlash after it warned the new Dunedin Hospital could face some downgrades after costs blew out over $1 billion higher than expected. Are people right to be outraged? The Government has unveiled its latest Q4 action plan - with a focus on law and order, infrastructure and cost-saving. What do we

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7:58

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister responds to backlash...

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2024/09/30

The Finance Minister says the Government is still committed to funding Dunedin's new hospital. It's asked Health NZ for two options to deliver the project within budget after it claimed costs ballooned by over $1 billion. About 35,000 protesters took to the streets in Dunedin on Saturday. Nicola Willis says she understands the frustration, but argues the hospital has never been kept to a budget. But she says there needs to be enough money to go around. "We also have a responsibility to the people of

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Full Show Podcast: 30 September 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast with Jack Tame for Monday 30th September 2024, the Government has released its latest quarterly action plan and it's largely focussed on infrastructure. Chris Bishop talks Jack through the details. There are calls that "tough conversations" are needed around the future of small town New Zealand - Jack asks Regional Development Minister Shane Jones whether some towns just won't survive. We learn about the game changer that could boost

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4:00

Jules Radich: Dunedin mayor issues warning amid...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

Dunedin's mayor isn't backing down on fighting for the city's new hospital ahead of potential cuts. The Government has asked Health NZ for two options to deliver the project - within budget - after costs escalated to an estimated $3 billion from an original estimate of between $1.2b-$1.4b. About 35,000 people took to the streets in Dunedin on Saturday to protest the proposed downgrades. Mayor Jules Radich says there will be detrimental effects if it isn't built. "Number one- people will die. The

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2:18

Dr Juliet Ansell: NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO...

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2024/09/30

The wine industry is hoping a new programme will help double production. The Government is investing $5.6 million over seven years into the programme, Next Generation Viticulture. It aims to grow vines more efficiently, turning sunlight into grapes. NZ Winegrowers Research Centre CEO Dr Juliet Ansell says it will redesign canopy management. "It enables the vines to capture as much sunlight as they can - and encourage that sunlight to be transformed into fruit, rather than leaves orvegetative

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3:33

Steve Armitage: Hospitality New Zealand CEO on mayor...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown aims to disestablish the city's tourism and economic development agency. The mayor is progressing plans to fold Tātaki Auckland Unlimited back into council control and reduce its functions. He says the agency spent more than $700,000 on a campaign promoting Auckland to Aucklanders. He says these things need to stop happening with ratepayer money. Hospitality New Zealand CEO Steve Armitage Tātaki says is essential - and plays a pivotal role for the city's tourism. "There

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4:34

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the...

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2024/09/30

New toll roads could be on the horizon as the Government moves into its next quarterly plans. It says it's achieved 39 of its 40 third-quarter goals, largely targeting law and order. The 43 actions up next focus on infrastructure and economic growth. They include passing the fast-track approvals bill - but also look into introducing more road tolls. Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says they're unpopular, but they're a reliable method. "People think about other countries - toll roads are very

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5:03

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on...

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2024/09/30

Energy and Resources Minister Shane Jones has been caught up in a climate protest, while on a walk - over policy he's spearheading. A small group of protestors marched down Wellington's Lambton Quay opposing the Government's bill reversing Labour's ban on oil and gas exploration. They told Jones he should be ashamed of himself, a claim he loudly rebutted, saying they were being hyperbolic and extreme. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper unpacks Jones's response to the backlash. LISTEN

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6:21

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Qantas...

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2024/09/30

Qantas engineers across Australia walked off the job for two hours this morning - and they've warned more industrial action will come if their requests aren't heard. Staff throughout Brisbane, Sydney, and Perth airports have requested a 15 percent payrise with further rises in subsequent years. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says these strikes haven't impacted anyone's ability to travel as of yet. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:06

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps losing...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/30

The Black Caps have suffered a fourth consecutive test loss, after an innings and 154-run defeat by Sri Lanka in their second match in Galle. Resuming their second innings at 199 for five on day four, the visitors were dismissed for 360, which included half centuries by Tom Blundell, Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains what this loss means for their future chances. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:08

Shane Jones: Regional Development Minister unpacks...

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2024/09/30

There's growing concerns about the future of small town New Zealand - with one expert warning 'tough conversations' are needed. The closure of Winstone Pulp International's Ruapehu mills have cost the region 230 jobs, and the proposed shutdown of Alliance Group’s Smithfield meat processing plant in Timaru could cost over 600 more. Regional Development Minister Shane Jones says the need to achieve certain climate goals is driving down key industries - and negatively impacting regional New Zealand

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Full Show Podcast: 27 September 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/27

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 27 September. 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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2:58

Jules Radich: Dunedin Mayor talks mass protest...

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2024/09/27

The Dunedin Mayor says he is expecting thousands of people to protest tomorrow over a proposed downgrade for the city's new hospital. The Government has asked Health New Zealand to cut costs - after an independent review found it's hurtling toward an overspend. Mayor Jules Radich says he is urging the community to march against what amounts to clinical cuts for the critically needed facility. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan the Government must re-engage in contract negotiations. Radich says he

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3:17

Mark Wynne: Alliance Group Chair talks proposal to...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/27

The Alliance Group says a drop in our livestock numbers is behind a proposal shut a Timaru meatworks. It's called an all-staff meeting today to announce a proposal to close its Smithfield freezing works. It would stop sheep meat, calf, and night shift venison processing after this season, and remaining venison at the end of the year, at the latest. Group chair Mark Wynne told Heather du Plessis-Allan there's been a change in how farmers are using their land. He says the fundamental reason is

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5:09

Paul Hofman: Paediatric Endocrinolgist talks New...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/27

A view that puberty blocker use for trans youth in New Zealand needs tighter supervision. New Zealand's use of puberty blockers is seven times higher than comparable countries. Paediatric Endocrinologist, Paul Hofman says they shouldn't be banned as they can be effective in some cases. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan it's not settled science. Hofman says the evidence for puberty blocker's efficacy is not as strong as many think. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:17

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Liam...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/27

What about Liam Lawson? A kid from Pukekohe from potato country, has just been given a Formula One seat for the rest of the season. What an absolutely amazing achievement that is. There are only 20 seats available each season in F1. 20 seats. And the absolute best drivers around the world compete for those twenty seats. And a 22-year-old kid from New Zealand, population just slightly over 5 million, that's just a big city somewhere, just took one of those twenty seats. I mean, talk about

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5:26

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the rise and fall...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/26

Former industry giant Intel used to dominate the computer chip market - with significant presence in the world of PCs and servers. However, the company's market share has plummeted and it runs the risk of being bought out by rivals. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains what went wrong for the business. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra posting a...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/09/26

Kiwi dairy farmers can breathe a sigh of relief following Fonterra's successful results. The dairy giant posted a $1.1 billion dollar net profit and confirmed a 55 cent total dividend for the past financial year. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains what this news means for the wider dairy sector. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:32

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

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2024/09/26

Leading Kiwi retailer The Warehouse Group has posted a significant net loss off the back of a tough trading environment. The company today posted it announced a net loss of $54.2 million - a contract to last year's $29.8 million net profit. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says it's unclear if the Warehouse can recover from this. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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