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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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4:22

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on Uber...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/19

Over in Australia, rideshare giant Uber has been forced to pay over $270 million to compensate taxi drivers and operators. Taxi companies across the nation took legal action after they claimed they lost years worth of income when Uber moved into the country. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this is the fifth largest settlement in Australian history. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:04

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the White Ferns...

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2024/03/19

The White Ferns have dropped the opening cricket T20 against England, losing by 27 runs in Dunedin. The visitors were sent in to bat first, reaching 160 for 4, thanks to a captain's knock of 63 by Heather Knight. In reply, New Zealand fell short in their chase at 133 for 5, despite skipper Suzie Bates' 65. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave recaps the loss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:00

Anita Rosentreter: First Union strategic project...

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2024/03/19

Uber drivers have continued their employment fight, now at the Court of Appeal. Two years ago, the court ruled four Wellington Uber drivers should be considered employees, not contractors, giving them more entitlements. Now, Uber's appealing the decision, and drivers and unions rallied outside the court today. First Union strategic project coordinator Anita Rosentreter says the protesting drivers showed 'bravery' in standing up against Uber's pushback. "It was a combination of a whole bunch of

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3:40

Nicola Young: Wellington City Council on mosques...

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2024/03/19

Debate in Wellington over the Council's proposal to allow broadcasting of religious calls over mosque loud-speakers. Local Mosques reportedly asked the council to change noise control regulations, so they can play calls to prayer over outdoor speakers, as is done in Muslim countries. Some have taken issue with the proposal. Councillor Nicola Young says such issues aren't what they need to think about. "The City Council should stick to its municipal role. It's got big issues, like water and sewage

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3:23

Gary Froggatt: Tramways Union National President on...

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2024/03/19

Complaints from Wellington bus drivers who've been resorting to tampering with excessively loud on-board speakers. One city bus company is threatening to turn security cameras onto drivers to stop them reducing the volume. Tramways Union National President Gary Froggatt says the noisy announcements keep giving drivers a fright. "The driver is concentrating at the front of the bus and the traffic. Then all of a sudden, a noise comes - abruptly in some cases - advertising material." LISTEN ABOVESee

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2:08

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Here's proof this Kāinga...

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2024/03/19

If you needed proof that the Government is doing the right thing by cracking down on unruly state house tenants- here it is. Even Chris Hipkins is endorsing it now. He's admitted today his Government should've done more to crack down on state house tenants terrorising their neighbourhoods. And he’s said- “I have some sympathy for some of the changes that they’re making, there should be further consequences”. If even the guy who led the Government that stopped the evictions now admits he’s on board

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2:44

Hiran Thabrew: Royal College of Psychiatrists NZ...

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2024/03/19

Health officials are warning a shortage of anti-psychotic drug - olanzapine - could cause relapses for people with schizophrenia symptoms. Supply of the injected medication is already low, and a shipment didn't arrive last month. Royal College of Psychiatrists New Zealand chair, Hiran Thabrew, says it's critical for people to get their regular medication, or a substitute. "What might happen is that people might experience a deterioration in their mental state, they might notice symptoms of psychosis

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2:36

Simeon Brown: Transport Minister on the new changes...

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2024/03/19

The Transport Minister says changes to road user charges for plug-in hybrids are about finding a balance. Owners will pay $38 per 1000 kilometres- down from a proposed 53. The amendment put forward by Labour was accidentally agreed to by governing MPs in a mix-up during the select committee stage. Minister Simeon Brown says this change recognises that hybrids can run on a battery, or on petrol. "The reality is, this is a tricky issue. There are a range of particularly older plug-in hybrids, which do

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6:49

Winston Peters: NZ First leader slams reports that...

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2024/03/19

Winston Peters says there is nothing wrong with him using a song by a UK punk band during his State of the Nation speech. The Spinoff reports Chumbawamba has requested their record label issue a cease and desist order to the New Zealand First leader for playing 'Tubthumping'. The band says it's odd the refrain 'I get knocked down, but I get up again' is being used by Peters as he barks his bigoted policies during his recent speeches. Peters says the Spinoff are leftist shills. "It's a public

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5:01

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Kate Middleton being...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

After all the speculation and scandal, the Princess of Wales has reportedly been spotted out and about again. Reports claim Kate Middleton was seen visiting an upscale farm shop by her family home in Windsor. UK correspondent says speculation indicates Kate could return to her royal duties as soon as Easter. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:15

The Huddle: Will restrictions curb bad behaviour in...

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2024/03/18

Tonight on The Huddle, Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! The Government is taking a harder line on Kāinga Ora renters- and urging the organisation to kick out unruly tenants. Is this the right course of action? Will this curb bad behaviour? It's been revealed the Defence Force was ill-prepared when they were sent to help Cyclone Gabrielle-affected areas. They weren't licensed to hand out

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4:20

Fran O'Sullivan: NZME business commentator on Winston...

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2024/03/18

Winston Peters has welcomed his Chinese counterpart to the Beehive, in a meeting building on many previous talks. The meeting comes as the Chinese Government's expressed concerns over New Zealand signalling interest in joining the AUKUS intelligence sharing pact. NZME business commentator Fran O'Sullivan says the AUKUS issue will be brought up, as China has their concerns about New Zealand getting involved. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:42

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the...

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2024/03/18

The Housing Minister says the purpose of a crackdown on social housing tenants is to send a message. The Government's taking a harder line on Kainga Ora renters, with the Prime Minister ordering the provider to axe its Sustaining Tenancies Framework. ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explains the likelihood of these restrictions curbing bad behaviour. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:08

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent ahead of...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

Residents in Australia's Northern Territory and Queensland are bracing themselves for a tropical cyclone. Cyclone Megan is now rated a category three storm, and is expected to touch down between Monday night and Tuesday morning. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says experts are predicting half a year's worth of rain will batter the affected areas. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:48

Dr Alexandra Muthu: RACP spokesperson among experts...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

There's calls for a complete ban on the deadly engineered stone, primarily used in bench tops. The Australasian College of Physicians is urging the New Zealand Government to follow Australia's lead on the stone, which can give stonemasons the incurable lung disease, silicosis. RACP spokesperson Dr Alexandra Muthu says the organisation is calling for an outright ban on the material being imported into New Zealand. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:00

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister promises the proposed...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

The Finance Minister insists that the Government's proposed tax cuts will be delivered by the end of the year. This follows an earlier interview that had experts concerned the Government planned to delay the scheme. Minister Nicola Willis says the cuts will need to pass through Cabinet- but Kiwis will still benefit from tax reduction soon. "I can assure you, tax reduction for working New Zealanders will be the centrepiece of our budget." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:58

Adina Thorn: lawyer in favour of crackdown on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

The Government's crackdown on poorly-behaved social housing tenants is being welcomed by many. The Government's taking a harder line on Kāinga Ora renters, with the Prime Minister ordering the provider to axe its Sustaining Tenancies Framework. Lawyer Adina Thorn says this is a big step in the right direction for victims. "I get emails, unsolicited emails, from people talking about their neighbours having machetes, shouting at them 24/7." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:11

Nick Sautner: Eden Park CEO denies involvement with...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

Auckland's A-League team hasn't played a match yet, but they've found themselves in the public eye. During Saturday's Phoenix game at Eden Park, a pitch invader sporting an Auckland FC jersey dashed onto the field. Rumours are swirling, but Eden Park boss Nick Sautner is denying involvement with this stunt. "Encouraging that sort of activity has the ability to compromise their future aspirations for their team- and we're all about family-friendly environments and ensuring the safety of the

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1:52

Geoffrey Miller: geopolitical analyst says Winston...

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2024/03/18

Some strong words are expected behind closed doors from China's Foreign Minister. Wang Yi has been in talks with counterpart Winston Peters in Wellington today, ahead of an official dinner. Geopolitical analyst Geoffrey Miller says they'll be all smiles for the cameras. But he says behind the scenes, there may be harsh words about New Zealand's AUKUS moves. "Because this new Government that New Zealand has really came out strongly, they came out with a hiss and a roar wanting to align New Zealand

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3:21

Chris Bishop: Housing Minister calls for crackdown on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2024/03/18

The Housing Minister claims social housing tenants misbehave because they know there won't be consequences. The Government's taking a harder line on Kāinga Ora tenants, instructing the provider to axe its Sustaining Tenancies Framework, saying this allows tenants to remain in a state house regardless of bad behaviour or unpaid rent. Chris Bishop says the cost of living crisis probably has affected tenants' ability to pay rent. "However, if you know that, basically, it is almost impossible to be

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