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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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4:30

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Roger...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/25

Warriors utility back Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is reportedly poised for a move to the UK Super League at the end of the NRL season. The Love Rugby League website claims the 32-year-old is set to sign a multi-year deal with Wakefield Trinity. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave addressed the rumours - and speculated on what this could mean going forward. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:05

Tim Pankhurst: Predator Free Wellington chair on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/25

The Government's taking aim at pests, as it pays into work to make the capital an official predator-free city. Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says $5.5 million dollars will go into to targeting pests over more than 18,000 hectares in Wellington over five years. Predator Free Wellington chair Tim Pankhurst says it's important for the city to protect what's already been cleared, so that new pests don't get into 'safe' areas. "We've got an enormous network of traps and cameras and so on...we cleared

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3:30

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK police...

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2026/03/24

British police have confirmed they're investigating an online claim of responsibility for an arson attack after four volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation were set on fire. Police have released a statement saying the attack is being treated as an 'antisemitic hate crime' and Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the incident. UK correspondent Enda Brady says it's believed the attack was carried out by a group with alleged links to Iran. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:48

Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives NZ...

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2026/03/24

International airlines could be forced to cut flights in and out of New Zealand if fuel shortages lead to a rationing of supply. Concerns have been raised about airlines needing to make hard choices if fuel deliveries are disrupted by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Board of Airline Representatives NZ executive director Cath O'Brien says there's still a low risk of planes getting stranded in a shortage, but airlines will need to be prepared. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:31

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the groups vying to...

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2026/03/24

The fight is on to run New Zealand's largest farm. Five contenders have put up their hand to commercially farm in Marlborough's Molesworth Recreation Reserve. The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:13

The Huddle: Why has Trump backtracked on Iran?

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Maurice Williamson and former Auckland mayor Phil Goff joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Iran conflict continues for another week - do we think Donald Trump is right that talks are taking place? Or do we think this is an exaggeration? The Government has announced their fuel relief package. Plenty of people aren't happy with it, what do we think? Is the Government right to make it small-scale? ACT deputy leader

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Full Show Podcast: 24 March 2026

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 24 March, 2026, help for families feeling the pinch at the petrol pump - we talk to the Finance Minister about $50 a week relief. Our youngest female cabinet minister tells us why she's leaving politics. An increase in prize money for Lotto Powerball - but it'll be harder to win it. And on The Huddle, Maurice Williamson and Phil Goff are in agreement - on Donald Trump's war in Iran. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show

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2:16

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

If you were listening to the previous show - Tyler’s show - you’ll have heard that not everyone loves the package the Government has just announced to help families pay their fuel bills, because it’s not for everyone. Pensioners have complained that they should be helped as well because they don’t have enough money. Beneficiaries have complained. Diesel users have complained because their fuel has actually gone up much more than petrol. Then, there are also wealthy people complaining because they

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3:14

Cameron Bagrie: independent economist on Reserve Bank...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

The Reserve Bank Governor says the central bank is closely monitoring fuel prices, but won't rush into reacting. Anna Breman says the Iran war is likely to lead to higher inflation and lower growth in the short term. Breman says that's unlikely to make them hike the Official Cash Rate - but things could change if higher fuel prices pressure the economy. Independent economist Cameron Bagrie says it's important to keep an eye on the 'second-round' effects from the conflict in order to determine future

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4:55

Matthew Schmidt: international relations expert on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

An international relations expert says Donald Trump's messaging on Iran could be misleading. The US President says he's holding off on threats to strike Iranian power plants for five days - after earlier promising to attack if Tehran didn't let ships through the Strait of Hormuz. He's claimed the US and Iran reached agreements in talks over the weekend, which Iran denies. International relations expert Matthew Schmidt says there may have been talks, but not directly involving Trump or the new

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2:43

Jason Delamore: Lotto NZ chief executive on the new...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

Lotto's ramping up its prizes and number of winners and lifting the biggest win from $50 million to $60 million. It's adding another four Powerballs - which reduces the odds of winning Division One from one in more than 38 million, to about one in almost 54 million. Chief executive Jason Delamore says many things have changed since the last change-up to offerings 19 years ago. "Our population's actually increased by over a million people, so it's very normal for lotteries to tune the Powerball in

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3:15

Brooke van Velden: ACT Party deputy leader on her...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

ACT deputy leader Brooke van Velden has announced she won't stand at the 2026 general election. She made the announcement in Parliament earlier today, surrounded by her Caucus and leader David Seymour. Van Velden will continue to serve for the rest of this term as the MP for Tamaki and in her work as Internal Affairs and Workplace Relations minister. She says she's excited for the next chapter, but it was a hard decision to step away from politics. "I also, right in my heart, feel like I want to

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5:11

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

The Government's announced $50 a week in temporary relief for low and middle-income families hit by high fuel prices. The in-work tax credit boost comes into effect from April 7, and the Finance Minister says it'll help about 143,000 working families with kids. Nicola Willis explained that the country's still recovering from the debt built up over Covid, and the Government had to make some hard choices. "Just about every New Zealander and every business is feeling it right now, and I get it

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6:15

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political...

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2026/03/24

About 143,000 families are in the line for relief under a temporary Government boost to the in-work tax credit. The Finance Minister's revealed the targeted support will kick in from April 7 - to help counteract skyrocketing fuel costs. It'll give eligible families with children an extra $50 a week. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says opposition parties have taken issues with this move, particularly the Greens. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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3:44

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen have unveiled the details of a new trade deal today. This deal has been eight years in the making, and almost all EU tariffs will be lifted on Australian agricultural products such as wine, fruit and vegetables, olive oil, seafood, most dairy products and wheat and barley. Australians will also now have access to cheaper European wine, spirits, biscuits, chocolates and pasta. Australian correspondent Murray

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3:57

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Dave Rennie...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/24

The All Blacks' new defence coach knows what he's getting into with his new job. Tana Umaga is one of three new faces under head coach Dave Rennie, with Jason Ryan the only assistant left standing from the last regime. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:13

David Hadfield: Process Vegetables NZ chairman on...

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2026/03/24

There's shock from vegetable growers at news frozen food company McCain is shutting its Hastings processing plant next year. McCain says it reflects a shift in how it'll supply vegetables within New Zealand and Australia. Heinz Watties also announced this month plans to close its Hastings packing site, and three manufacturing sites. Process Vegetables NZ chairman, David Hadfield, says growers will have to start exploring other options. He says McCain didn't let anybody know this was happening - even

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4:29

Kay Oliver: UK correspondent on Prime Minister...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/23

Over in the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to chair an emergency meeting on the economic fallout from the ongoing Iran war. The conflict has entered its fourth week, and concerns have been raised over the economic impacts - especially with living costs going up for households. UK correspondent Kay Oliver says petrol costs keep going up, and it's getting 'scary'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:36

Lynda Keene: Tourism Export Council CEO on the rise...

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2026/03/23

Reports indicate more overseas visitors are cancelling trips to New Zealand, generating more concerns about the nation's economic recovery. A new survey shows that 77 percent of tourism operators have seen more cancellations over the last month. Tourism Export Council CEO Lynda Keene says she's not too concerned just yet, despite the ongoing international crisis impacting air travel. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:09

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

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2026/03/23

Oil prices have risen as the fall out continues from the ongoing Middle East crisis. Brent Crude oil rose about US$1 to be just above US$113 a barrel in early Asia trade. Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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