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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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3:06

Nicole McKee: Associate Justice Minister defends...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/29

The Government is backing its gang crackdown. The proposed Firearm Prohibition Order laws would ban people from holding a firearms licence, over lower-level offences - and allow warrantless police searches of suspects. The Justice Select Committee is asking the Government to scale back the plan, citing concerns it gives police too much power. Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee is firm, but says she's taking suggestions on board. "At the end of the day, we need to stop the drive-by shootings of

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5:40

Chelsea Daniels: ZB reporter on the Crown outlining...

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2024/07/29

Philip Polkinghorne's relationship with his wife has been a key theme on the first day of his murder trial. The Auckland eye surgeon has accused of killing Pauline Hanna in their Remuera home in 2021, but his defence claims she took her own life. Lawyer Ron Mansfield says the couple had an open and loving relationship. Chelsea Daniels has been in court. She says the prosecution has laid out its theory on events before Hanna's death. "The Crown alleges a struggle took place, given Hanna had injuries

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5:31

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/29

The long-promised Government tax cuts will land in Kiwi wallets this week. The changes to tax thresholds come into effect on Wednesday - for about three-and-half million people. Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls says the Government will be expecting a positive response - and a boost in the polls - for delivering these cuts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:03

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Prime...

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2024/07/29

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has shaken up several political portfolios, including immigration and housing, ahead of the coming election. Clare O’Neil and Andrew Giles have been axed from the home affairs ministry and replaced with Tony Burke - who also took over immigration and multicultural affairs. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this refresh follows a disappointing week in the polls for Albanese. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:33

Nick Bewley: ZB sports commentator on Erika...

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2024/07/29

Olympian Erika Fairweather is confident she has gas in the tank after qualifying seventh-fastest for tomorrow's women's 200 metre freestyle finale. She says she's recovered physically from her fourth place in the 400 metres 'splash of the titans'. ZB sports commentator Nick Bewley explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:19

Ray Chung: Wellington City Councillor blames speed...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/29

There's belief speed humps hindered emergency responders rushing to help a dying man. Fire and Emergency New Zealand says it's concerned Wellington roading changes are slowing response vehicles. A man reportedly collapsed and died in his Karori home last week - with responders arriving too late to resuscitate him. City Councillor Ray Chung claims speed humps and raised crossings are to blame. "The firepeople said that in emergencies like this - every second is important, every second counts, you've

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Full Show Podcast: 26 July 2024

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 26 July 2024, NZ Olympic chef de mission Nigel Avery joins Heather from Paris where the Olympics Opening Ceremony is just hours away. Police Commissioner Andrew Coster has announced he won't be seeking a second term. The Crime Prevention Group has high hopes for whoever takes over for him. The Sports Huddle debates what should happen to the Canadian cheaters at the Olympics after more spying was revealed, and why are the All

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4:16

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the latest updates on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

An investigation continues into an incident at Manchester Airport, where an armed officer was filmed stamping on a man’s head. The officer has been suspended, and the family has been demanding compensation. But UK correspondent Gavin Grey says it’s alleged there was a lot more that went on leading up to the incident. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:46

Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent recaps...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

China’s government has set out over 300 reform measures during its Third Plenum this week. The meeting – which takes place every five years – covered two major issues of national security and China’s economic recovery. Asia business correspondent Peter Lewis says China wants to be global players in technology to avoid reliance on the West, but he isn’t convinced that will be enough to solve economic woes. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:02

Sports Huddle: Dronegate, All Blacks Sevens, Medal...

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2024/07/26

Newstalk ZB Weekend Sport host Jason Pine and sports commentator Andrew Gourdie joined Heather du Plessis-Allan for the Sports Huddle. The Football Ferns’ 2-1 loss to Canada has been mired in controversy, after the Canadians were found to have used drones to spy on the team’s training. The All Blacks Sevens’ Olympic campaign has ended before the opening ceremony, after losing to South Africa 14-7 in the quarterfinals, leaving them to settle for the fifth placed playoff. After three months, Jason

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8:13

Anita Dawe: Otago Regional Council spokesperson on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

Concerns in Otago about how much new freshwater rules could cost. A case study by Federated Farmers Otago reckons it could cost as much as $110 million for two small Otago towns – roughly $50,000 per ratepayer. They’ve since written to councillors, district mayors and ministers demanding that this information gets made public. Otago Regional Council Planning and Transport General Manager Anita Dawe joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:37

Josh Eoraki: Stardome astronomer on two astronauts...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

Two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station have been told they will be stuck in space indefinitely. Test pilots Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams travelled up to the orbiting lab in Boeing’s space capsule seven weeks ago, and were meant to spend a week there. The delay in their return is due to ongoing repairs on the capsule. Stardome astronomer Josh Eoraki joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:32

Dr Moana Theodore: Dunedin Study director on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

The Kardashians season finale that aired last night featured some New Zealand research. Kim Kardashian, as well as her sister, mother and brother-in-law, all took a test that determined their real biological age, with Kardashian coming in 10 years younger than what she thought she was. The science behind the test is an algorithm developed by scientists of the Dunedin Study. The Dunedin Study director Dr Moana Theodore joined Heather du Plessis-Allan. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for

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2:33

Sunny Kaushal: Crime Prevention Group President says...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

The future of policing is in question as Andrew Coster's tenure as Police Commissioner comes to a close. Police say Coster's time in the job will end April next year. Crime Prevention Group President Sunny Kaushal told Heather Du Plessis-Allan he's hoping for a commissioner with a new approach. He says all crime must be taken seriously and properly investigated - no matter how small. “Police must attend every burglary. That sends a message that the Police have their back and burglars won’t

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4:17

Nigel Avery: Team New Zealand chef de mission says...

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2024/07/26

Team New Zealand is preparing for tomorrow's unique Olympic opening ceremony. Instead of the usual walk round the track the Paris games will buck the trend by having athletes boating down the Seine. Lady Gaga and Celine Dion are set to perform a duet at the opening ceremony. New Zealand Team Chef de Mission Nigel Avery told Heather du Plessis-Allan despite the change in tradition, they're not worried about safety. “The French are just going out of their way to make sure that the athletes are

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5:33

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB Political Editor on new...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

New Zealanders seem to be eyeing the upcoming US election with apprehension. New polling from Talbot Mills shows about 75 percent of New Zealanders are concerned about the prospect of a second Donald Trump presidency. Half of respondents say they are either extremely concerned - or very concerned. Political editor Jason Walls told Heather du Plessis-Allan the survey unfortunately does not ask the question as to why people are so worried. “In the past, people have talked about Donald Trump’s

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4:40

Dan Mitchinson: Kamala Harris pushes Benjamin...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

US Vice-President Kamala Harris has pressured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to help reach a Gaza ceasefire deal that would ease the suffering of Palestinian civilians, striking a tougher tone than President Joe Biden. “It is time for this war to end,” Harris said in a televised statement after she held face-to-face talks with Netanyahu. Harris, the likely Democratic presidential nominee after Biden dropped out of the election race on Monday, did not mince words about the humanitarian

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4:18

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Canada women's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

Canadian women’s football coach Beverly Priestman has been sent home from the Olympics in wake of the side’s 2-1 win over the Football Ferns. It comes after the Canadians were caught using drones to spy on the Ferns’ training sessions, but Canada Soccer has revealed their use of drones goes well before Paris. Meanwhile, the All Blacks Sevens team's chance for Olympic Gold has been dashed after losing 14-7 to South Africa in the quarterfinals. Sportstalk host D’Arcy Waldegrave joined Heather du

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6:10

Nick Leggett: Wellington Water Chair says there's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

Wellington Water's Chair says the board's committed to improving the organisation in the wake of a scathing review. The report looked into a $51 million blunder which saw the agency tell councils they needed less funding than they actually did. It found a lack of leadership in the agency and issues with its organisational culture. Nick Leggett told Heather du Plessis Allan there's lessons to be learned. “We’ve got to improve the culture, we’ve got to elevate problems as they come up and be

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2:26

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Andrew Coster not seeking a...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/07/26

So Andrew Coster has revealed he will not be seeking a second term as Police Commissioner. Which will upset...almost no one. I think most of us will be happy to see the back of him. Because while he does seem like a decent and smart guy, he has been rubbish at the job. This will be good for Police morale, I think, because they have been quite vocal about the fact that they have been unhappy being led by a man who doesn’t seem to actually want to chase down the bad guys quite as much as they

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