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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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5:43

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent ahead...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/08/19

The latest 1News-Verian poll is due to be released tonight - and it's generated plenty of speculation. The previous poll had National on 38 points, Labour on 29 points, the Green Party on 13 points, ACT at 7points and NZ First on 6 points. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper outlines what to expect. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:58

Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the All Blacks...

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2024/08/19

The All Blacks have bounced back and defeated Argentina - but they'll need to maintain momentum for the Rugby Championships. While a convincing win in the rematch with Argentina was a big improvement on an upset loss in the competition opener - 35 of the 42 points they scored at Eden Park came in the first half. Sportstalk host Jason Pine explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:37

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the...

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2024/08/19

Sydney's long-awaited driverless metro train line has been launched, with up to 200,000 commuters being expected to use the service. The line runs from Chatswood in Sydney's north to Sydenham in the inner west via tunnels under Sydney Harbour. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says the project is expected to draw in more international visitors, offsetting the $20 billion spent on the project. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:58

John Carnegie: Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief...

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2024/08/19

Experts have warned the Government that there isn't enough gas for both households and industry - meaning users could face increased prices and potential shortages. The Green Building Council says households need to be encouraged to reduce their gas usage, freeing up supply for industrial exporters. Energy Resources Aotearoa Chief Executive John Carnegie says work needs to be done to find a better solution. "What we do need to do is look for solutions that actually protect all Kiwis' energy

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3:35

Kate Camp: Te Papa spokesperson on charging a $35...

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2024/08/16

Te Papa is going to start charging a $35 entry fee for international tourists starting next month. The national museum says it's because rising energy costs, insurance and paying staff is all becoming too expensive. The move's expected to bring in an additional $5-$10 million per year. Te Papa spokesperson Kate Camp told Heather du Plessis-Allan it will be good value for visitors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Full Show Podcast: 16 August 2024

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2024/08/16

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 16 August 2024, the Waitangi Tribunal says the Government's Treaty Principals Bill is discriminatory and unfair. Former Waitangi Tribunal historian Dr Sam Carpenter explains what the issue is. Consumer NZ is hitting out at supermarkets and the Grocery Commissioner after news that shoppers still regularly get overcharged at the till. Damien McKenzie has apologised to the All Blacks after missing a bus from San Diego back to LA -

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2:56

Sir Bob Charles: Christchurch Golf Club Patron on LIV...

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2024/08/16

Not everyone loves the idea of LIV golf holding an event in Christchurch. Rumour has it that the saudi-backed breakaway competition is looking at holding a tournament in the garden city, possibly as soon as next year. LIV officials have visited christchurch golf club to have a look. Sir Bob Charles is a patron of that club and told Heather du Plessis-Allan they're creating turmoil in the golf industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:28

Geoffrey Miller: International geopolitical analyst...

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2024/08/16

New Zealand and Australia have committed to working "in lock step" like never before over security issues. Christopher Luxon and Anthony Albanese have wrapped up their bilateral meeting in Canberra. Luxon says they have agreed to activate the alliance if either nation faces a severe cyber attack, and have invited defence ministers to renew closer ties. International geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller told Heather du Plessis-Allan when these leaders meet, it's turning everything up a notch each

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5:37

Sam Carpenter: Former Waitangi tribunal historian on...

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2024/08/16

The Waitangi tribunal released it's first take on the government's Treaty Principles Bill and it doesn't like it. The tribunal says it's unfair and discriminatory - and should be abandoned. The prime minister has already pushed back, saying it's a coalition commitment with Act to pursue the bill to first reading. Former Waitangi tribunal historian, Dr Sam Carpenter told Heather du Plessis-Allan it may cause confusion in the existing law and how principles are understood. LISTEN ABOVESee

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5:03

Gemma Rasmussen: Consumer NZ on supermarket pricing...

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2024/08/16

The Commerce Commission says shoppers are likely to be losing millions of dollars a year due to supermarket pricing errors. Grocery commissioner Pierre van Heerden has called them out for times when the price on the label doesn't match what you end up paying at the counter. He believes when that happens they need to give you the product for free. Head of research and advocacy at Consumer NZ, Gemma Rasmussen, told Heather du Plessis-Allan it should be the role of the commission to be looking into

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4:53

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the increased...

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2024/08/15

The security around Taylor Swift has been strengthened ahead of the singer's London shows. Swift is set to perform five nights at Wembley Stadium in the UK capital in her first appearance on stage since a terror threat led to her Vienna shows getting cancelled. UK correspondent Enda Brady says fans without tickets have been asked not to gather outside the venue to listen to the gig. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:41

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the decline in...

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2024/08/15

A few years ago, the Metaverse was the biggest talking point in the world of technology. Meanwhile in 2024, the virtual platform has declined in popularity and the market has moved on. Sam Dickie from Fisher Funds explains what happened. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:44

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Federated Farmers...

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2024/08/15

The Government's wide-reaching banking inquiry has been met with support from Federated Farmers. Banking spokesperson Richard McIntyre has claimed this inquiry will shine a light on the levels of competition, profitability and transparency in rural lending - information farmers have been waiting for. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:30

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

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2024/08/15

New data from has confirmed food prices are up - but not as much as predicted. Stats NZ reports show food prices have increased by 0.6 percent in the 12 months to July. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann says this is good news for the economy following the recent OCR cut. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:40

Alan McDonald: Employers and Manufacturers...

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2024/08/15

The Government has announced a new immigration pathway for essential seasonal workers. It has created a new subcategory of the Specific Purpose Work Visa - to help employers in upcoming seasonal peaks. Roles must pay at least $29.66 per hour, and offer at least 30 hours each week. EMA's Alan McDonald says these changes will be welcomed by the business sector. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:01

The Huddle: Does Eden Park need more concerts?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/08/15

Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Mark Sainsbury and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! North Korea is set to open back up to tourists at the end of the year. Would we go? We've gotten a look at the new school lunches menu - what do we think? Will these be fit for purpose? Eden Park has asked the council to let it host twice as many concerts as it's allowed right now. Is this a no-brainer? A UK judge has sentenced a keyboard warrior to

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2:31

Sir John Kirwan: former All Black ahead of this...

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2024/08/15

The All Blacks lineup has entered the spotlight, with four changes made for Saturday's rematch against the Pumas at Eden Park. Rieko Ioane's swapped in for Anton Leinert-Brown to start at centre while Caleb Clarke and Will Jordan are the starting wingers. Ethan de Groot's out with a neck injury so Tamaiti Williams starts in the front row while former captain Sam Cane's onto the bench. Former All Black Sir John Kirwan says this will be a good chance for TJ Perenara to redeem himself after last week's

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99:53

Full Show Podcast: 15 August 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/08/15

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday August 15, an expert from Massey University shared his theory about where the infamous batch of meth-laced lollies came from. Associate Education Minister David Seymour unveiled his plan for school lunches - and explained how it worked out to be so cost-effective. North Korea is set to open its doors to tourists again. Former Sunday reporter Mark Crysell shared why it might be worth visiting. Former All Black Sir John Kirwan summed

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3:48

Mark Crysell: former Sunday reporter on North Korea...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/08/15

North Korea's set to reopen for international tourists by the end of the year. Two tour companies with connections to the isolated country have made separate online announcements - saying tour groups would be allowed to visit the city of Samjiyon. It's been almost five years since the country shut its borders due to the pandemic. Former Sunday reporter Mark Crysell has been to North Korea, and says he recommends visiting. "Every other country in the world is pretty much the same now because of

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4:01

David Seymour: Associate Education Minister on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/08/15

The Associate Education Minister's unveiled his new plan for school lunches. Newstalk ZB can reveal nine sample recipes from the Ministry of Education include butter chicken, a chicken sandwich, a rice and bean burrito, and Thai chicken curry. David Seymour says these choices are the most cost-effective ways to keep Kiwi students fed. "There's every reason to believe that we're going to be able to deliver what's been indicated - at the prices that have been indicated." LISTEN ABOVESee

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