Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
4pm-7pm Weekdays
HEATHER DU PLESSIS-ALLAN DRIVE
4pm–7pm weekdays
Dynamic, sharp and connected - Heather du Plessis-Allan means business.
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.
Assertive, direct and opinionated, Heather is well respected by leading news makers, business leaders and political insiders.
As well as setting the news agenda, this show has a major focus on local and international business, ensuring our listeners are engaged and informed.
Heather du Plessis-Allan is a driving force at the centre of New Zealand’s biggest newsroom and number one radio station*.
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 04 February 2026
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 4 February. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: There's a recovery story in today's unemployment figures
On the face of it, the unemployment figure out today is not good. It’s gone up, it's now sitting at 5.4 percent, a high we haven’t seen in almost 11 years. The last...
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Gold rush: Trade Me sees spike in users buying precious metals
Trade Me’s seeing a rush on gold and silver listings. Searches for both metals have surged on the site - and are now the second and third fastest-rising terms over...
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'Pumping': Hill's Hats owner on the rising popularity of Jackson St
An opinion piece in the Herald reckons Wellington's Cuba St has a rival for the title of the region's coolest strip. Lifestyle writer Joanna Wane says Petone's Jackson...
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AA Insurance declines new home insurance policies for Blenheim
Blenheim residents say AA Insurance has stopped offering new home insurance policies in their town, following similar decisions in Westport and parts of greater...
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Explained: What do the latest unemployment figures mean for economic recovery?
A warning we've been burnt by high hopes for economic recovery. Stats NZ data out today puts unemployment at 5.4 percent in the December quarter. The numbers were...
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Barry Soper: Is there bad blood within the Labour Party?
Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare announced he was leaving politics yesterday, but some speculate there's more to the story than that. New Zealand First's Shane Jones...
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Trump urges Republicans to 'nationalise' the vote
US President Donald Trump is urging Republicans to 'nationalise' elections and repeated his false claims of 2020 election fraud. He said Republicans should take...
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Dane Coles joins the panel to find a new All Blacks coach
Former All Black Dane Coles will sit on the panel charged with finding the coach to replace Scott Robertson. New Zealand Rugby has confirmed the 90-test veteran...
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Wellington sewage flood: Wellington Water head speculates as investigation underway
Repairs at Wellington's Moa Point treatment plant could take months, as raw sewage flows into the region's southern coastline. An equipment failure caused the outfall...
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Met Police reviewing claims Lord Mandelson sent Government information to Epstein
Fresh allegations have emerged linking former UK-US Ambassador Lord Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein. Newly released files suggest Mandelson shared internal Government...
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RBA bumps OCR up to 3.85 percent amid inflation concerns
The Reserve Bank of Australia started the year off with an increase set to impact mortgage holders. The RBA increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points to...
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NZ wool prices seeing growth - report
Further lifts at the South Island wool auction in Christchurch indicate things are going well for New Zealand's wool sector. Wool has seen some notable increases...
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Explained: Are parental controls needed for social media?
Following the launch of Australia's ban on social media for under-16s, there's been debate over whether New Zealand should follow this example. Meta's Global Head...
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The Huddle: What's really going on between Henare and Hipkins?
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Brigitte Morton and CTU economist Craig Rennie joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Don't forget a Chippy-led Government comes with Green baggage
You know what that Labour and Green Party unity news conference at Waitangi today looked like to me? It looked like desperation. Parties don’t generally get other...
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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast: 03 February 2026
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 3 February, 2026, we talk to champion driver Greg Murphy about changes to our driver licensing...
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Barry Soper: Why is Peeni Henare stepping away from politics?
Senior Labour MP Peeni Henare's announced he's leaving politics, after what he calls a 'tough' 2025. Henare says he's not seeking re-election for Labour this year,...
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Outrage as Israeli President Isaac Herzog to visit Australia
An upcoming visit by Israel's President is causing tension in Australia. Isaac Herzog will visit New South Wales for a five day tour at the end of the week to...
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Should New Zealand become the seventh state of Australia amid global uncertainty?
With Donald Trump's presidency creating extra challenges for the rest of the world, questions have been raised over what a small country like New Zealand can do...
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Labour, Greens team up for joint appearance at Waitangi Treaty Grounds
Labour and the Greens joined forces at Waitangi today to make their priorities clear ahead of the upcoming general election. Labour leader Chris Hipkins describes...
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'Raises questions': Psychologist responds to report showing Kiwi 5-year-olds behind in basics
There's fears parents aren't teaching their children basic skills like talking, eating, or using the toilet. The Auckland Primary Principals’ Association reports...
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'Not going far enough': Safety advocate raises concerns with new driving changes
The Government says it's modernising the drivers licensing system, with the key change being the end to full license practical tests. After passing the restricted...
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Could Steve Hansen or Ian Foster return to coach the All Blacks?
New Zealand Rugby has approached Sir Steve Hansen and Ian Foster to gauge interest in applying for the vacant role of All Blacks head coach, the Herald understands. However,...
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Kiwi listeners less tolerant of offensive language, survey shows
Kiwis are less keen to hear offensive language in broadcasting, according to new reports. A BSA survey has found more than half of the words assessed are now seen...
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Lord Mandelson resigns after more Epstein documents revealed
The former British ambassador to the US has resigned from the UK Labour Party, over his links with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The BBC reports that Lord...
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Christchurch City Council floating asset sales concept - report
Christchurch is set to re-ignite the debate over asset sales, according to new reports. The council's commercial arm has floated selling certain assets, including...
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Trump picks Kevin Warsh to lead Federal Reserve
President Donald Trump revealed he's picked Kevin Warsh, a former Federal Reserve Governor, to lead the central bank. Since taking office, Donald Trump has been...
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The Huddle: Is Luxon at risk of of being outperformed by his lectern?
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and...
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Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Has Fire and Emergency NZ overreacted here?
So, Fire and Emergency New Zealand has launched an investigation into the firefighter in the video with the Prime Minister. You’ll know what I’m talking about, you’ve...
