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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Finance Minister Nicola Willis has hit go on commercial building developments, oil and gas exploration, dam builders and more.
In a new investment boost programme, businesses can now deduct twenty percent off the cost of a new asset.
There’s no cap on how much the asset can cost.
Deloitte Tax Partner Robyn Walker talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the new scheme.
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Supercars will officially race in a Kiwi double-header in New Zealand from 2026-2028.
Ruapuna raceway in Christchurch will host a supercars championship each year, with it expected to continue after 2028.
Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the announcement.
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A member of Irish rap group Kneecap has been charged with a terror offence for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag at a London concert, police said on Wednesday.
Liam O’Hanna, 27, known by his stage name Mo Chara, is accused of showing support for the Lebanese militant group, who are proscribed by British authorities, during a performance on November 21.
UK correspondent Enda Brady explains further.
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An increase in default KiwiSaver contribution rates announced in Thursday's Budget could leave some households better off for retirement - but experts warn not everyone will benefit.
The Government will halve the member tax credit available to people who contribute at least $1042 in a year to $260.72.
Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains further.
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Experts believe Budget Day is a useful tool for outlining the latest forecasts for the economy.
Treasury has responded positively so far - with GDP predicted to rise, unemployment predicted to drop and house prices predicted to go up again.
NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further.
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Tonight on The Huddle, CTU economist Craig Renney and Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
The 2025 Budget was unveiled today - what did we think of it?
Do we agree cutting down Government KiwiSaver contributions was the right move?
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday 22 May 2025, Heather is live from Parliament for Budget 2025 and gets first up reaction from Labour Leader Chris Hipkins.
She asks Finance Minister Nicola Willis whether she's gone far enough to get spending under control and why she is making changes to Kiwisaver.
Plus, the Huddle debates the details in the Budget and whether it will get the economy humming.
High praise for South Africa's president after being confronted by Donald Trump at the White House.
There was a tense exchange this morning between the US President and South Africa's Cyril Ramaphosa.
Trump alleged white farmers are fleeing South Africa en masse, with thousands being massacred there.
He demanded video be played that he claimed backed up his allegations.
South Africa's High Commissioner to New Zealand, Johhny Sexwal...
The Government's bid to bring hope back to New Zealand's gas sector has been met with approval from industry experts.
In the Budget, the Government said it would set aside $200 million over four years for co‑investment in new gas fields.
Former CEO and president of Methanex, Bruce Aitken, says this is a good idea.
"Anything that encourages exploration for natural gas is great - it's a real pity that the Government has to do it, but...
Nearly 9000 young people will no longer be eligible for the unemployment benefit when the Government brings in stricter rules in 2027.
Budget 2025 includes a change which places the responsibility for financially supporting 18- and 19-year-olds back on parents, rather than the state.
Former Work and Income Boss Christine Rankin says she loves the Government plan to kick young people off the benefit.
"The benefit is the road t...
The infamous Runit Championship League made its debut in Auckland this week and one former NRL star is defending the event.
The sport involves rival participants running straight at each other at full force - and many leading neuroscience experts have condemned it and outlined the risks.
George Burgess says the competitors know what they're doing and they're not aiming to hurt each other.
"Every sport that we have in our society is...
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