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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Interislander's Aratere is heading towards its final journey - as work is underway to get rid of the Cook Strait ferry's decaying dock.
Infrastructure is needed for new ferries, arriving in 2029, and work to demolish Aratere berth will in the coming months.
It'll spell an end to the ageing ferry's operation because it can't use other Interislander docks.
NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacks this announcement.
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US President Donald Trump has celebrated the 100th day of his second term - and he spoke to party faithful at a gathering in Michigan.
He spoke of his achievements in the role, mocked his Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden, and dismissed polls that showed his popularity slipping.
US correspondent Dan Mitchinson says Trump's trying to reassure people as the mass dissatisfaction over his tariffs draws backlash - and impacts the stock ...
Indian Panthers CEO Parveen Batish has admitted players were unpaid while appearing for the franchise in basketball's NBL.
League officials say they're considering options regarding the Panthers futures after meetings involving all 12 clubs today.
The new side's game against the Canterbury Rams last night was canned at the 11th hour.
Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further.
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A legal expert has raised issues with the Government's plan to reinstate a total ban on prisoners voting in general elections.
The Government is proposing to reverse changes that let prisoners with sentences under three years vote, with the Justice Minister saying this sends a message to those who breach their civil responsibilities.
Electoral law expert and barrister Graeme Edgeler has taken issue with the 'randomness' of this pro...
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Up to 120 jobs are on the line as Fonterra plans to shut its Hamilton packaging facility.
The closures due to 'challenging economic conditions'.
'The Country' host Jamie Mackay talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the closure and the climate debate within the National Party.
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Despite reports of critical levels of vacancies for senior doctor positions, Taupō hospital now has accreditation to train rural doctors.
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A controversial new initiative to reduce injuries in the manufacturing sector has been put on pause by ACC.
The tender process specifically focused on Māori and Pasifika workers.
ACC Minister Scott Simpson initially stood by ACC, saying its tender “aligns with the Government’s desire to support New Zealanders based on evidence of need”.
However, he then U-turned by asking ACC to review the policy after the ACT Party com...
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