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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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4:35

Simon Eriksen: former Supie creditor on the company's...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

Creditors of failed online grocery business Supie today voted in favour of liquidation at a watershed meeting. A report from BusinessDesk counted 14 people in multiple meetings held about the company, despite 100 seats being laid out at PwC's Auckland office. Neat Meat founder and former Supie creditor Simon Eriksen doesn't think there's a lot of money left over. "The money has gone, and knowing enough about that business- there probably isn't a lot left over after you pay wages and whatnot." LISTEN

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4:44

Don Braid: Mainfreight CEO on the company's profits...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

Global logistics company Mainfreight has reported a significant slump in net profit and revenue. Their result shows profits declined 42 percent, to $124 million- after a successful 2022. CEO Don Braid says the company managed to have two really good years, as the company took advantage of unprecedented demand. "We're now heading towards a more normalised trading environment, freight volumes are down dramatically from the nutty period where we had economic stimulus from Governments around the

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5:46

Karl Le Quesne: Chief Electoral Officer apologises...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

The head of the under-pressure Electoral Commission has apologised once again, for yet another voting day error. Earlier this week, the Herald revealed 3 voting places where the data entry was incorrect. But after an investigation, the Commission revealed that number was actually 15. Chief Electoral Officer Karl Le Quesne says this was a regrettable error. "It appears the quality assurance checks didn't pick it up- they should have. When we went through yesterday and applied all those checks again,

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3:35

Charlotte Rutherford: Fonterra Director of...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

Fonterra says their emissions reduction scheme will work for the benefit of its farmers. The dairying giant plans to slash on-farm greenhouse gases 30 percent by 2030 through new tech, farming practices and carbon removal. There's no punishment for farmers not complying- the company instead hopes demand from customers to go green will be incentive enough. Director of Sustainability Charlotte Rutherford says it's about productivity and efficiency. "It's generally a good thing for farmers- it can make

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3:53

David Hughes: Pharmac Chief Medical Officer on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

Pharmac is reconsidering whether or not it will continue to fund the RSV drug Palivizumab. It planned to stop funding, but it's now rethinking that after new information. Auckland University Associate Professor Jane Alsweiler says the drug is highly effective at keeping babies out of hospital. Pharmac Chief Medical Officer David Hughes says the past source of funding has dried up. "Additional Covid-19 pandemic funding from the Government- that funding has ended. And that means Palivizumab needs to

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2:34

Brent Eccles: Promoters Association President on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

An obscured view might be just the ticket for some Taylor Swift fans. Frontier Touring is releasing additional tickets to her Melbourne and Sydney shows, including partially-obstructed side view seats, starting from $80. Promoters Association President Brent Eccles says there might be some small thing that might restrict your view. But he says often it is just a precautionary note. "Part of the show might be obscured by details, maybe a small marquee or something- but you still get to see the full

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4:24

Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

The Australian Government's launching a review into the nationwide Optus outage affecting millions. Customers started to report an inability to access both mobile and home internet services around 6am yesterday - with emergency services unable to communicate and trains in Melbourne brought to a halt. Services are gradually being restored. Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says millions of Australians were left 'vulnerable' as a result of the outage. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for

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4:40

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the squads...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

11 new faces feature in the Moana Pasifika squad for the next Super Rugby Pacific season. They include English lock Tom Savage, who has earned 179 caps for Premiership team Gloucester. Former All Blacks wing Julian Savea has joined from the Hurricanes, while flanker Sione Havili Talitui comes in from the Crusaders. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave recaps today's picks. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:04

Sam Rubin: KTLA entertainment correspondent on the...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/09

Actors are likely to get back in front of the cameras as early as tomorrow, with the SAG-AFTRA actors' union reaching a tentative agreement with Hollywood studios. The 118-day strike was sparked by demands for increased minimum salaries, a share of streaming service revenue and protection from being replaced by digital replicas generated by AI. KTLA entertainment correspondent Sam Rubin says Hollywood's been dormant, now it'll roar back into action. "The actors are going to get back to work

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2:47

Gail Downey: UK correspondent on King Charles...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

King Charles III delivered the British government's agenda for the first time on the throne. The monarch laid out the Government's plans to tackle crime, boost growth and reduce Britain's climate change targets. UK correspondent Gail Downey says law and order is the primary focus of the current Government over the next 12 months. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:09

The Huddle: Could this Electoral Commission mistake...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

Tonight on The Huddle, Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day- and more! The Electoral Commission is under pressure to recheck the voting results after the Herald uncovered wrong vote counts at three polling booths. Is this going to lead to a crisis in confidence in future election results? New Zealand's Jewish community is reporting escalating threats and abuse against them. Do

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4:03

Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist explains...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

Economists are wracking their brains over how negotiations are set to shape the incoming Government's economic polices. ANZ's latest economic outlook examined the fiscal outlook for the incoming National-led Government, and noted that the addition of ACT and NZ First could lead to more significant changes. Infometrics principal economist Brad Olsen says National will face potential roadblocks in introducing tax cuts and a foreign buyers tax, as those have divided all three parties. LISTEN ABOVESee

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3:46

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

Sky TV has terminated discussions about a potential takeover with an unnamed third party. Last month, the company reportedly received an expression of interest from a prospective bidder hoping to buy the company out. Earlier today, Sky revealed they had received a non-binding offer from the third party that didn't meet their expectations. Milford Asset Management's Sam Trethewey explains why Sky rejected this proposed buyout. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:05

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

Lobbying efforts are already underway to prevent the incoming Government from implementing a new tax on commercial and industrial building owners. National campaigned on removing the ability of commercial and industrial building owners to deduct depreciation as an expense when paying tax. This extra tax would bring in an extra $2 billion over four years and help cover National's proposed tax cuts. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny says this is one of the easiest methods National

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5:37

Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald deputy political editor on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

New Zealand First and ACT have made their first contact in coalition negotiations since the election wrapped up. ACT’s chief of staff Andrew Ketels and NZ First’s Darroch Ball met in Wellington today to establish 'lines of communication'. As of yet, Winston Peters has not responded to David Seymour's invitation for a conversation. NZ Herald deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan says there's still tension between Seymour and Peters, meaning other party members will have to clear the way. LISTEN

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5:12

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the widespread...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

The US is experiencing a shortage of essential over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications. A dwindling supply of ADHD, cancer and diabetes medication is disrupting hospitals and pharmacies- and creating widespread concern. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says even animals are being impacted by this shortage, as medications for pets has also gotten harder to find. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:45

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on World Rugby...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

World Rugby is set to implement smart mouthguard technology to detect head injuries suffered on the field. From January 1, these mouthguards will be mandated into all professional rugby competitions. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains the implications of this technology, and whether players will benefit or suffer from this practice. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:13

Isaac Davison: NZ Herald reporter on Auckland...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

Some University of Auckland managers were uncomfortable with Dr Siouxsie Wiles’ 'celebrity' status during Covid-19 and gave her the nickname 'Brand Siouxsie', a court heard today. Wiles is taking on the university in Employment Court, on the grounds that they should have done more to protect her from threats directed at her during the pandemic. NZ Herald reporter Isaac Davison says the university's dean of Medical and Health Sciences had voiced concern about Dr Wiles' prominence. "He had raised

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3:55

Ethan Reille: 19-year-old Waitaki Labour candidate on...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

A 19-year-old Waitaki candidate has spoken out about the abuse he faced on the campaign trail. Ethan Reille says he went through a 'daunting' experience in his first campaign- he was subject to verbal and digital abuse and threats, and was spat at a rural A&P event. He says young candidates shouldn't have to experience that kind of abuse in politics. "We've seen it progressively get worse as more young people enter the political space. At the same time, as a Pakeha male, I don't share the brunt

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3:25

Carol Wham: Massey University professor unsurprised...

Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive ·

2023/11/08

A healthy lunch seems to be hard to find at school canteens. Researchers reviewed food in more than 120 primary school tuck shops- assigning green, amber, or red ratings based on how healthy it was. Only 19 percent scored green. Massey University's Carol Wham says she's not surprised to see most items don't meet Ministry of Health guidelines. "They really want at least 75 percent percent of food offerings to be in the green, which is the healthy group items without fat and sugar and salt- not highly

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