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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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak warns the UK is at a 'crossroads' ahead of some 'dangerous' years in a pre-election pitch.
The UK Prime Minister says the years ahead will be 'challenging' for the nation - and that he's the best person to get everyone through them.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says security is set to be a significant issue ahead of the UK's general election.
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The legal dispute between Children's Minister Karen Chhour and the Waitangi Tribunal is set for another round.
The Court of Appeal recently overturned a High Court decision to block a summons order from the Waitangi Tribunal to Minister Chhour.
National Urban Māori Authority chair Lady Tureiti Moxon says this case has wider implications for New Zealand's Māori community.
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Tauranga Businesses have released their key priorities for prospective council candidates.
The city is having elections in July after being under the control of commissioners since 2020.
A Tauranga Business Chamber survey found 82 percent of respondents agreed with the direction the commissioners set.
Chief Executive Matt Cowley says that may not be love for the commissioners but a dislike of the previous council arrangements.
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The Court of Appeal has overturned a High Court decision, that had said the Waitangi Tribunal couldn't summon Minister Karen Chhour.
But despite the ruling, it's too late for the Tribunal to call her to front up.
ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper explains what comes next.
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The export of live sheep from Australia will be banned from May 2028 onwards.
The Government has promised a $117 million transition package to support the sector over the next five years.
Australian correspondent Oliver Peterson says this will be disappointing news for farmers - who weren't properly consulted before the legislation was implemented.
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The Finance Minister has promised Budget 2024 will address fundamental areas - and help the nation aim for growth.
Despite concerns that the budget will be focused around austerity, Nicola Willis says the budget will offer some hope for the future.
Willis says she's focused on helping boost growth to get New Zealand out of this economic patch.
"We are doing a lot of work across Government - we're thinking about how we can boos...
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 13 May 2024, Auckland Transport Chief Executive Dean Kimpton defends why he's introducing 24/7 parking charges for the city centre.
Heather asks NZ Rugby's Chris Lendrum what made Sam Cane call time on his All Blacks career at the end of the year.
Should a convicted sex offender be allowed to become a lawyer? Lawyer Steve Cullen weighs in.
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Josie Pagani from Child Fund joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
Auckland Transport is under fire after they confirmed they plan to implement 24/7 parking charges for residents and visitors from July onwards. How will this impact businesses?
How will Sam Cane be remembered? The incumbent All Blacks captain has confirmed he plan...
New Zealand's Olympic Committee is on the hunt for a skilled fan to step into the suit of Goldie the Kiwi.
The New Zealand Team is bringing back the iconic mascot - and they've put a call out for someone to don the suit and amp up the crowds in Paris.
The winner will will receive flights, accommodation, and tickets to four New Zealand Team experiences.
NZ Olympic Team Chef de Mission Nigel Avery says they're searching for someon...
All Blacks captain Same Cane has called time on his international career at the end of the 2024 season.
Cane has been released from the final year of his contract with New Zealand Rugby to sign with Suntory Sungoliath in Tokyo for another three years.
NZ Rugby general manager Chris Lendrum says they're still happy to keep Sam Cane around for the next few months before he starts his next chapter...
All Blacks captain Same Cane has called time on his international career at the end of the 2024 season.
Cane has been released from the final year of his contract with New Zealand Rugby to sign with Suntory Sungoliath in Tokyo for another three years.
NZ Rugby general manager Chris Lendrum says they're still happy to keep Sam Cane around for the next few months before he starts his next chapter...
New data shows food prices have shot up for the first time in three months - contributing to inflationary pressures.
Stats NZ says food prices went up 0.6 percent on March, to be 0.8 percent higher than 2023 figures.
Rent and petrol, two other key components, went up by 4.6 percent and 2 percent, respectively.
ASB economist Kim Mundy says it's likely consumers will have to tighten their belts for longer to ge...
Auckland Transport's Chief Executive says changes to parking in the CBD are to give ratepayers relief.
From July, motorists will have to pay 24/7 for parking, much of which was previously free on Sundays and outside 8am and 6pm.
Dean Kimpton says the move was made to create the $74 million in savings that the Council has requested of it.
He says that's alongside improving public transport.
"This is what growing cities do. This ...
Incumbent All Blacks captain Sam Cane is keen to have a last hurrah with the All Blacks this season.
The 95-test veteran is pulling the pin on his international career at the end of 2024 to extend his time in Japan for another three years.
Listen to Piney discuss Sam Cane's legacy with the All Blacks here.
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Victim advocates are questioning the process that allowed a convicted sex offender to gain a position on the High Court.
In 2018, Adrian Dermer was jailed after he admitted to a sexual connection and violent charges with a 14-year-old when he was two months shy of 17.
Dermer has now been admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court.
Criminal lawyer Steve Cullen says the Law Society has a comprehensive process when it ...
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 10 May 2024, Labour’s energy spokesperson Megan Woods responds to government criticism of the 2018 gas and oil exploration ban.
The New Zealand Defence force has had a budget increase, to the tune of $571 million. Defence Minister Judith Collins said this is a move in the right direction.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is on his first trip to Europe in five years, which is likely to be dominated by Russia’s war in Ukraine as well as economic strains between Beijing and Brussels.
Asia business correspondent, Peter Lewis told Heather du Plessis Allan that European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen said the EU needed help to protect itsel...
Economic growth in the UK has reached 0.1%, despite construction and retail being hit by a slow start to the year.
UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis Allan that the government has said their economic reforms are beginning to come good. However, the opposition is saying “you’ve been in power for more than a decade and it’s not looki...
The Warehouse Group will close the online shopping website TheMarket.com in late June after about five years of business – after it failed to find a buyer.
Earlier this year, they sold Torpedo7 for $1.
Devon Funds Management head of Retail, Greg Smith told Heather du Plessis Allan “They launched this i...
Sports Huddle with Matt Brown & Paul Allison: the scrapping of the scrum after the free kick.
Three laws are to be amended which World Rugby said will allow for a better fan experience by "increasing the spectacle, safety and game simplicity".
World Rugby has made changes to its laws to improve t...
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