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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The Government is copping heat today for cancelling the EV subsidy a couple of years ago. Critics now say it looks like a mistake, because oil prices are rising and, as a result, petrol prices are rising too.
They argue that, of course, we’d all be better off in electric vehicles - which we supposedly would have been if the Government hadn’t cancelled the subsidy at the end of 2023.
Now let me tell you why it was not a mistake to c...
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to send warships to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing concerns.
US President Donald Trump has reportedly called for reinforcements to keep an eye on the waterway after the Middle East conflict led to a spike in oil prices.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says Starmer isn't offering to help police the area, but Donald Trump has spoken to other world leaders about the matter.
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 16 March, 2026, we talk to the Retail NZ chief executive about an increase in card spending - will it last?
The boss of Freightways says people are getting a bit 'hysterical' about petrol price rises.
We talk to an entertainment reporter in the US about this year's big Oscar winners.
And on The Huddle, Josie Pagani and Phil O'Reilly on whether Nicola Willis' 1pm pr...
The Government is considering its options if petrol prices keep rising, but the head of Freightways is warning people not to panic.
The conflict in the Middle East has entered its third week, but the Finance Minister has ruled out measures like reducing the fuel excise.
Freightways CEO Mark Troughear says there's plenty of fuel in the country and more on the way - and there's plenty of supply to keep things going.
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The conflict in the Middle East has entered its third week and there's concerns about what it could do to the markets.
Iran's still restricting movement through the shipping strategic choke-point as part of its retaliation for the relentless bombing by the US and Israel.
Harbour Asset Management expert Shane Solly explained further.
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Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
Protesters gathered outside Wellington's High Court today, as a lawyers' group challenges Government climate moves. Do we think this is an over-reaction?
As the crisis in the Middle East continues and concerns about fuel prices mount, Nicola Willis held a 1pm ...
Protesters gathered outside Wellington's High Court today, as a lawyers' group challenges the Government's climate moves.
Lawyers for Climate Action alleges the Government's emissions reduction plan doesn't add up - and wants the Court to order it back to the drawing board.
Executive director Jessica Palairet says this is the first case of its kind in New Zealand.
"These kinds of challenges have actually happened ...
The Finance Minister says there's no bail-out on the cards for Air Zealand at this stage - as the conflict in the Middle East causes a surge in jet fuel prices.
The national carrier has already raised fares, and cancelled about 1100 upcoming flights.
Nicola Willis says she thinks there will be some shifts in airline patterns around the world - which will mean jet fuel remains available.
"And I think Air New Zealand has every opport...
A night of glitz and glam at the 98th Academy Awards in LA .
One Battle After Another's taken out Best Picture, pipping horror Sinners for the top prize.
It won six awards across the evening.
Director Paul Thomas Anderson says all nominees could have won.
People Magazine senior reporter Sean Mandell says it was a close race for the top prize between One Battle After Another and Sinners.
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There's hopes the war in Iran doesn't reverse gains in our retail sector by making shipping more expensive.
Stats NZ data shows back-to-back increases in electronic card spending for January and February.
Retail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young says it's not happened in a long time.
She says it would be a shame if the conflict dampens the upward trend.
"Let's hope it's a short, sharp thing and we can get back to b...
The Government's yet to make a call on whether New Zealand would ease sanctions on Russian oil, as the Iran war affects shipments.
The US has eased some of its sanctions, as its barrage on Iran continues - alongside Israel.
Crude oil prices have skyrocketed since Iran stopped ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz.
Finance Minister Nicola Wills is urging Kiwis not to panic, as there's plans in place to keep households supported.&nbs...
Over in Australia, fuel prices have surged, sparking debate over whether fuel needs to be rationed as the Middle East crisis continues.
Prime Minister Albanese has reassured consumers that petrol and diesel supplies remain unchanged and there's no need for anyone to engage in panic buying.
Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says farmers are concerned about the fuel shortages ahead of the busy season.
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Liam Lawson has claimed seventh in Formula One's Chinese Grand Prix.
Starting 14th, he picked up seven places to finish as the best driver in the four-car Red Bull stable.
19-year-old Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has secured his first race win with teammate George Russell second and Lewis Hamilton third for Ferrari.
Sportstalk host Jason Pine recapped the action.
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New Zealand Winegrowers are on Cloud Wine over proposed Government changes to alcohol laws.
They include allowing licensed premises to meet legal obligations by stocking zero-alcohol drinks.
Currently, licence holders must stock 'low alcohol' products containing no more than 2.5 percent alcohol.
Chief executive Phillip Gregan says it's a common sense change.
"Frankly, I'm not sure that there are any wines less than 2.5 percen...
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 13 March, 2026, we look at whether people are over-reacting by panic-buying petrol.
The Crusaders chief executive says media ban ... what media ban?
An Auckland University researcher tells us why you shouldn't mow your lawn.
And on the Sports Huddle, Lavina Good and Paul Allison discuss whether Liam Lawson will last the Formula One season.
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Senior political correspondent Barry Soper joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to wrap the political week.
The big topics this past week were former Chatham Islands Council CEO Paul Eagle's serious fraud office inquiry, reflecting on last Friday's Luxon chaos, and the Covid inquiry.
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Okay, here’s a prediction for you, because there have been headlines today about petrol stations running out of fuel because of panic buying: people will panic buy petrol this weekend.
Yesterday was discount day at Gull so things went a bit crazy.
Gull Ōtāhuhu ran out of 95; Gull Greville Road, Gull Henderson, Gull Torbay, Gull Takanini and Gull Takapuna were also out of at least one type of fuel. Two pumps ran dry at supermarkets ...
Queenstown's tourism growth has remained steady over the last few months with tourism levels now reaching 97% of pre-Covid numbers.
Queenstown Mayor John Glover joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to chat about growth management, the potential for increased flight prices as fuel costs become a concern, and the pipeline from visitor to resident.
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University of Auckland PhD candidate Olivia Rooke-Devoy has offered a 'low-mow' alternative to protect the lawn environment.
She claims that over-mowing is letting off too much CO-2, and destroying the habitats of insects and bees.
Rooke-Devoy told Heather du Plessis-Allan it's an 'environmental disaster'.
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The war in Iran has sparked worldwide concerns of fuel shortages after the Strait of Hormuz was shut. The passage carries roughly 20 percent of the world's oil supply.
The final oil tankers that made it through the strait before it's closure have now reached Singapore.
Although, Starboard Maritime Intelligence analyst Mark Douglas says the fuel crisis might come later than expected.
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