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Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

ByNewstalk ZB
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Podcast Summary

Dive into the dynamic world of "Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive," where insightful commentary meets engaging discussion, delivering the latest news and views that resonate with New Zealanders. This podcast stands out for its ability to tackle pressing issues head-on, from global politics to local economic concerns. Recent episodes have featured thought-provoking conversations on topics like the UK’s navigation through Donald Trump's executive orders on trade tariffs and the financial challenges faced by market leader Ryman Healthcare, exploring the implications for investors and the healthcare sector. Heather’s unique blend of straight-talking journalism and incisive questioning invites listeners to engage critically with the news shaping their lives. With a lineup of prominent guests—experts, politicians, and industry leaders—each episode provides a fresh perspective, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to stay informed and inspired in today’s fast-paced world. Tune in for a blend of clarity and depth that keeps you connected to the issue at hand.

#1

Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the UK being temporarily spared from Trump's 50 percent steel tariffs

The UK has managed to escape Donald Trump's recent executive order doubling steel and aluminium tariffs from 25 percent to 50 percent. The order raises import taxes for US-based firms buying metals from other countries going forward. UK correspondent Gavin Grey says the UK evaded these tariffs as a result of the trade deal between both nations. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•5mins
#2

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Ryman Healthcare's market struggles

Former market darling Ryman Healthcare's recently had a tough time financially - and the share price has dropped. Investors are already down over 30 percent, and experts have raised concerns. Milford Asset Management's Jeremy Hutton explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•3mins
#3

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on homeowners needing to pay extra to fund the Natural Hazards Commission

Homeowners need to brace for another cost increase, this time to help fund the state disaster insurer, the Natural Hazards Commission. The minister responsible for the commission, David Seymour, says levies will 'almost certainly' need to rise, with Cabinet set to decide the changes in the coming months. NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•2mins
#4

The Huddle: Are asset sales on the horizon?

Tonight on The Huddle, former Labour Minister Stuart Nash and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! The Government wants state owned enterprises to pick up its game - or else? Chris Luxon has ruled out asset sales this term, but do we think they're on the horizon? The Privacy Commissioner has given the thumbs up to Foodstuffs' facial recognition software. Would we mind if this technology was rolled out nation-wide? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•10mins
#5

Dr David Wilson: Clerk of the House of Representatives on whether bots are interfering in law-making process

ACT leader David Seymour has claimed 99.5 percent of the submissions received on the Regulatory Standards Bill were created using 'bots'. The Ministry for Regulation received approximately 23,000 submissions regarding a discussion document about the bill in January, with submissions on the bill currently open until June 23. Dr David Wilson, Clerk of the House of Representatives, says he's confident the cyber-security team involved haven't reported any bots making submissions to Parliament. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•2mins
#6

Oliver Hartwich: New Zealand Initiative executive director on the impact of the Trump tariffs

Business leaders across New Zealand have voiced concerns that Donald Trump's tariffs could have a more severe global impact than the Covid-19 pandemic and the Global Financial Crisis. The months since Trump’s 'Liberation Day' announcement have seen sustained market volatility, tit-for-tat trade wars and fears of a resurgence in inflation. New Zealand Initiative executive director Oliver Hartwich says experts are right to be concerned - as Trump's tariffs could potentially derail the economy for years to come. "The GFC and the pandemic were over after three of four years, whereas the destabilisation of globalisation with the tariffs Trump is imposing - that could derail the economy for decades to come. There's so much uncertainty about it." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•3mins
#7

Grant McCallum: Northland MP reveals why Landcorp needs to improve its performance

There's belief state-owned enterprises need to go back to basics in order to up their game. New Treasury documents show the Government's told New Zealand Post and Landcorp it's not impressed with their recent performance. Simeon Brown - the Minister responsible for State-Owned Enterprises - has told them to deliver bold turnaround plans. Northland MP Grant McCallum says Lancorp's lost its purpose. He says previous leadership and ministers haven't helped - but rather, encouraged a move away from the basics of New Zealand farming. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•4mins
#8

Chris Finlayson: former Arts and Heritage Minister on the Government's push for Wellington premiere for Avatar sequel

Finance Minister Nicola Willis may get her wish to see the latest move in the Avatar franchise premiere in the capital at the end of the year. That's due to a decade-old agreement between the producers of the Avatar franchise and the Government. It states at least one of the films produced here must hold a local premiere - if the studio wants to receive its rebate payment - worth about $60 million. Former Arts and Heritage Minister Chris Finlayson says an event like this will be huge for Wellington. "If it means the red carpet can be rolled out in front of the embassy, that's fantastic." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•3mins

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#9

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The polls revealed how people felt about the pay equity saga

We've had a case of conflicting polls over the last twenty-four hours, with two completely different Governments predicted. But if there's one thing you can take from these polls, which they both agree on, it's that the pay equity revamp hasn’t turned into the circuit breaker that the left clearly thought it was going to be. The polls are almost identical in the proportion of people who oppose the revamp. The One News poll had 45 percent, the RNZ poll had 43 percent. That is not big. It is absolutely a plurality - in both polls, more people oppose it than support it. I’ve seen polls where 70 percent, 80 percent of people oppose something. Someone pointed out to me the polls that were done after Hekia Parata used Budget 2012 to announce class sizes would change - about 80 percent hated it. So 45 percent is nothing. It certainly isn’t the circuit breaker and make-people-hate-the-Government moment that Labour and the Greens and the unions were hoping it would be. Why? I don’t know. I thought it was a slam dunk for the opposition to run home but maybe people didn’t understand it enough to care. Maybe the Government managed to claw back the narrative when it started properly explaining what it was doing, maybe Labour completely ballsed it up, maybe Andrea Vance distracted everyone by calling female ministers the c-bomb. Or maybe people are just ideologically entrenched and not wanting to oppose anything the Government does because they voted for the Government - and so on. I don’t know. But what is clear is that it’s not the moment it could’ve been - or was expected to be. And the Government has not been damaged by this as badly as it could’ve been. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•2mins
#10

Jordan Dunn: Newstalk ZB reporter on the coronal inquest into the 2021 New Lynn attack

A closed court has seen graphic video of a 2021 terrorist attack in Auckland at New Lynn Countdown. A coronal inquest began today into the stabbing of six people at the supermarket. Officers monitored Sri Lankan Islamic State supporter, Ahamed Samsudeen - then shot him dead. Newstalk ZB's Jordan Dunn has been at the inquest. He says police revealed why they didn't originally follow the 35-year old into the store. "They didn't think it was a target-rich environment, which essentially means that they knew he was capable of carrying out an attack. They thought if he were to do that, that it would be in a more densely populated area." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•2mins
#11

Julian Benefield: General Counsel for Foodstuffs North Island on supermarket facial recognition tech getting approval from the Privacy Commissioner

Foodstuffs is hoping to bring retail crime down after a successful trial of live facial recognition technology. The Privacy Commissioner has deemed Foodstuffs North Island's trial compliant with the Privacy Act, and effective in reducing harm. But his report states there's more work to do. General Counsel for Foodstuffs North Island, Julian Benefield, says retail crime has put staff at risk - and the company's hoping to change that. "Our trial has been a success, it found that technology was effective in reducing harm. Our independent evaluator found a 16 percent reduction in serious harm incidents across the trial period - and over 100 serious incidents avoided." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•3mins
#12

Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the new polls showing National's taken a dip in popularity

Two starkly different outcomes from the latest poll numbers. The latest RNZ Reid Research poll - out this morning - has the right bloc on 46.4, behind the left bloc on 50.3. But the latest 1 News Verian poll - released last night - has the right bloc on 50-percent, well ahead of the left bloc on 45. NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan unpacked the implications of what these results showed. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•5mins
#13

Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Elon Musk criticising Donald Trump's bill

Elon Musk has come out swinging against US President Donald Trump's 'big, beautiful' tax and spending bill. In a post on X this morning, the Tesla CEO called the bill an 'outrageous, pork-filled, disgusting abomination'. Musk added those who voted for it knew it was wrong - and should be ashamed. US correspondent Dan Mitchinson weighs in on these events - and wonders if this is an attempt on Elon's part to redeem himself. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•5mins
#14

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Gary Stead's departure as Black Caps coach

No hard feelings from Gary Stead with New Zealand Cricket rejecting his proposal to job-share the Black Caps coaching role. His seven-year tenure will conclude at the end of this month - with NZC deciding to stick with an all-format mentor. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further, LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•4mins
#15

Rob Scott: Southland mayor on the new cash injection for Milford Sound

The Government's helping protect a tourism crown jewel - with a cash injection for Milford Sound. It's putting more more than $15 million into a new alpine walk, clearing landfills and upgrading amenities and flood protection - much coming from the visitor levy. Cruise ships will be permitted back into inner parts of the Sound. Southland Mayor Rob Scott says it's essential the ships don't take away from the experience for others. He explained if lots of cruise ships are blocking the view of Mitre Peak, no one gets the experience. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-04•3mins
#16

Elizabeth Callaghan: UK correspondent on police renewing the search for Madeleine McCann

Portugal police have announced a fresh search for Madeleine McCann. The British three-year-old disappeared 18 years ago from a resort in Praia da Luz - one of the most high-profile missing person cases in history. The search centres around the resort - and chief suspect Christian Brueckner's former home. UK correspondent Elizabeth Callaghan says this search is designed to gather more evidence about the case. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•4mins
#17

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on new data showing farmers are more satisfied with their banks

New data shows more Kiwi farmers are satisfied with their banks - pointing to improved communication and less 'undue pressure'. Federated Farmers’ latest Banking Survey shows 60 percent of respondents are 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with their bank. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•2mins
#18

The Huddle: Are the new WorkSafe changes a step too far?

Tonight on The Huddle, Rob Campbell and Maurice Williamson joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Will we read Jacinda's new book? What are we expecting? Are we annoyed there's no apology over the Covid response? The new WorkSafe changes kicked in - are we glad the Government is dialling back on the health and safety enforcement or do we think this is a step too far? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•10mins
#19

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I see nothing's changed in camp Jacinda

Looks like nothing's changed in camp Jacinda, has it? You will get no admission that she and her Government got anything wrong during Covid, from what I can gather. Now, this is my disclaimer - I haven't actually read the entire memoir just yet. But from what I've skim read and from what I've read and heard in the reviews, and what I've read and heard with her interviews promoting the book, if you are looking for her to admit that she got anything wrong at all during Covid, you're not going to find it. The closest thing I found is on page 309, where she admits that she made 'imperfect decisions', but that's really underselling the massive balls-up that was our Covid response, wasn't it? What you get instead is multiple excuses, heaps of verbal fluff to avoid answering hard questions and, regularly, the defence that we saved 20,000 lives. Here's an example - she gave an interview to RNZ's Jessie Mulligan where he asked her about vaccine mandates, which we now know, of course, was a huge mistake that cost people their jobs simply because they wouldn't get the jab in which the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid said damaged 'social cohesion'. Would she agree with that, he asked. She said she wouldn't argue with their findings. He then asked her, did vaccine mandates save any lives? She said - she's not the one that can answer that question for you, although apparently she can tell you that she did save 20,000 lives, she just can't talk about this particular instance. And then she goes on to say that the Commission did also say that vaccine mandates were important in areas like healthcare and so on, and we're relatively limited, but again, I won't argue with their findings. So, not a yes, not a no - and definitely not an apology. Now, I don't actually know why I was expecting anything else from her. I mean, this was a feature of Jacinda during Covid. She would never say she did anything wrong, which is why it got worse and worse as she barrelled full steam ahead ...

2025-06-03•2mins
#20

Steven Joyce: former Finance Minister on his new role on NZME's board

Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon and former Finance Minister, Steven Joyce, have won positions on integrated media company NZME's board. Board positions were voted on today in a shareholder meeting - where current chair Barbara Chapman stepped down. Joyce is set to chair, and he says he's got an eye on the company's future. "It's about not necessarily slavishly following social media - it's striking your own path." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•7mins
#21

Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on Labour seeing a drop in newest Government poll

The Finance Minister says the latest poll will be a tough read for the Labour Party and Chris Hipkins. Labour saw a three percent drop in support to sit on 29, Chris Hipkins' preferred Prime Minister rating also fell by 1 percent. National also saw a drop in support, down 2 percent to sit on 34. Nicola Willis says even after complaining about their budget - Labour didn't see a jump in support. "Well, it gives me confidence that New Zealanders get where we are as a country - which is that we're a Government doing a big clean-up job. The books have been left in a mess." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•11mins
#22

Grant Duncan: Political commentator on the reactions to Jacinda Ardern's memoir A Different Kind of Power

Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has released her highly-anticipated memoir today, with some reviewers disappointed. A Different Kind of Power covers her tenure as Prime Minister, her Mormon upbringing, and navigating crises like the Covid-19 pandemic and Christchurch mosque attacks. Political commentator Grant Duncan says the book lacks political revelations. "There's just no really juicy reveals in there - I mean, there are some interesting angles that kind of raised my eyebrows a little bit." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•4mins
#23

Tama Potaka: Conservation Minister on the future plans for Tongariro Chateau

The Conservation Minister says any decision around the closed Tongariro Chateau won't be taken lightly. Budget 2025 labelled the heritage-listed site in the shadow of Mount Ruapehu a 'fiscal risk'. All options are on the table, including demolition. Tama Potaka says it's an iconic building and very important to the area. He says a decision on its future will be made in due course. "It's definitely not years - we need to be a Government of action, we've taken action around a couple of those concessions in that beautiful part of the world." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•2mins

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#24

Julien Leys: Building Industry Federation chief executive on the downturn impacting the construction sector

The downturn in construction continues. The Post is reporting almost a third of all business liquidations are construction companies - up from a quarter in 2022. Building Industry Federation chief executive Julian Leys says it's been a tough few months. But he says things are levelling out. "We still have a good number of building consents - sitting around at 33-34,000. We still are seeing active work with construction in sub trades." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•2mins
#25

Jeff Sissons: Institute of Safety Management CEO voices concerns with WorkSafe changes

Safety experts are sceptical about a new Government directive for WorkSafe. The health and safety regulator has been instructed to shift focus from enforcement, to offering advice. Workplace Relations Minister Brooke van Velden says it is currently feared for its punitive actions - and not appreciated for guidelines. But the Institute of Safety Management's Jeff Sissons says that characterisation from the Minister is not what he hears about the agency. "Most employers haven't seen or heard much of WorkSafe. I take the Minister at her word, she's heard from some employers - but that's certainly not something I've come across." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•2mins
#26

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Erin Patterson giving additional evidence in murder trial

Triple murder accused and mushroom cook Erin Patterson continued to give her evidence in an Australian court today. Three family members of Patterson's estranged husband died after eating the lunch she prepared at her Victoria home in 2023. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says Patterson opened up about her issues during today's trial - and she explained that she hoped to get closer to her in-laws. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•5mins
#27

Thomas Coughlan: NZ Herald political editor on the new WorkSafe expectations

New Zealand's roadcone hotline is being launched today, as the Government announces a suite of cultural changes for WorkSafe. It's being instructed to move away from enforcement, and engage in earlier risk management. WorkSafe says it's well placed to deliver on these expectations. NZ Herald political editor Thomas Coughlan says these changes have been met with a mixed response. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•5mins
#28

D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Max Verstappen issuing an apology for Spanish Grand Prix crash

Max Verstappen has issued a veiled apology for his crash with George Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix. The four-time world champion was hit with a 10-second penalty by stewards for causing a collision with two laps remaining. Verstappen has now admitted his move 'was not right and should have not happened'. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•4mins
#29

Nigel Clarke: Whakatane District Council waste manager on the council's plan to take bins away from people who don't use them properly

Some Whakatane residents could end up having their council bins confiscated for three months. The District Council is bringing in a three-strike rule for people repeatedly putting the wrong items in recycling and green waste bins. The Council's solid waste manager, Nigel Clarke, says he doesn't get why people keep doing it. "We tried to provide the education to help people recycle correctly, but it is just that small minority that just don't want to get on board." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-06-03•4mins
#30

Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on the Royal Marine heading to court over the Liverpool Football Club parade crash, water shortages in the UK and France's new smoking ban

A 53-year-old Royal Marine will appear in court following the Liverpool Football Club parade crash. Paul Doyle from Liverpool has been charged with seven offences relating to the crash in the city on Monday. He's a father of three and a local business man. Seventy-nine people were injured in the event. UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the incident, potential water shortages in the UK and France's new smoking ban. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•4mins
#31

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's commitment to the Pacific's fight against climate change, the US' plans to revoke Chinese students' visas and tariffs

China’s offering the Pacific Island’s increased support. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has committed economic support in the Pacific’s fight against climate change. He says over the next three years, China will undertake 100 projects in parts of the region that have ties to China. Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the commitment. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•5mins
#32

Full Show Podcast: 30 May 2025

Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 30 May. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•1hr 41mins
#33

The Huddle: Clay Wilson & Elliott Smith

Newstalk ZB’s Sport Director Clay Wilson and News Editor Elliott Smith join Heather du Plessis-Allan for The Huddle. ‘Run It Straight' has everyone talking this week after a teenager died while playing the game with friends. Should it be made illegal? What does The Huddle make of Andrew Webster’s call to remove the State of Origin from happening in the middle of the NRL season? What chance do the Warriors have this week? The Huddle discusses all this and more. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•11mins
#34

Heather du Plessis-Allan: Seymour and Peters are the right men for the job

This weekend marks the last day of Winnie and the first day of David Seymour as the Deputy Prime Minister. Now, mostly I don't actually care. I mean, I largely agree with Jim Bolger's assessment and, and obviously, happy 90th birthday to Jim for tomorrow. The role doesn't actually mean very much. It's symbolic. It doesn't carry any particular power other than really just letting you know who's second in command. But it feels like an appropriate time just to take a moment to acknowledge, because we don't do this very often, that it's actually very nice, isn't it, to have both of these two men in government right now, if only to give the Nats a little bit of a push along, you know, to actually do things from time to time. Winston strikes me right now as the right man for the right job for right now. Don't you think? With all this nutty stuff that's going on in the world, his huge previous experience as a foreign minister, I think, is reassuring. I feel like it's not going overboard to say that I trust his instincts in the job. When he gets angry with Israel, you know, it's not for politics, it's not for performance. It's because he's actually angry with Israel. Given his experience, that would be warranted. On David Seymour, if there's one thing that we can truly thank him for right now, it's shifting the Overton window so that we can, and now do debate things like the treaty principles. The Overton window is the available, is the, it covers the stuff that we feel comfortable talking about in the media and in society. He has shifted that, so principles are now firmly within the Overton window and we talk about it, and we should be able to debate it, because they should not be taboo. Things that have as much impact on our economy and our society and our lives as treaty principles, and as on our private property as well, should be up for discussion without critics of those things being labelled racist. And it is squarely because of ACT's policies that those discussio...

2025-05-30•2mins
#35

Jason Walls wraps the political week

Political Editor Jason Walls talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the week that was. This week an internal police memo was leaked, which explained their plan to cease investigations on shoplifting allegations below $500. Have we got to the bottom of it? Winston Peters "permanently" ruled out working with Labour leader Chris Hipkins. Jason Walls explains how Peters left himself some "wiggle room" in doing so. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•4mins
#36

Scott Simpson: Commerce Minister on the Government's move to change the laws protecting Australian banks from Kiwi customers

The Government’s defending their move to change a law which protects Australian banks from Kiwi customers. More than 15,000 mortgage holders could miss out on hundreds of millions in compensation for mistakes made by ANZ and ASB. Commerce Minister Scott Simpson talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the proposal. LISTEN ABOVE. lawyer on the proposed changes to NZ lending laws and the ensuing lawsuitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•9mins
#37

Alexander Hillar: Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson on Winston Peters visit to Nepal

A New Zealand foreign minister’s visited Nepal for the first time, more than 70 years since our countries were linked following the ascent of Mt Everest. Winston Peters flew from Kathmandu to the Everest region on Thursday, where he toured a school and a hospital created by the charity Sir Edmund Hillary founded in the 1960s. Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson Alexander Hillary joined him and he speaks with Heather du Plessis-Allan now. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•2mins
#38

Nigel Bowen: Timaru Mayor on city winning the award for the best tasting tap water

Timaru’s Seadown water supply has been crowned winner ofthe best tasting tap water in New Zealand. It was up against Waimakariri District Council, Rotorua Lakes Council, Waipa and Taupo District Council. They were awarded bragging rights from a panel of judges at the National Water Taste Test competition last night. Timaru Mayor Nigel Bowen talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the win. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•2mins
#39

Vaughan Couillault: Papatoetoe High Principal on taking parents to court over attendance

Parents will now be prosecuted if their kids aren’t attending school. It’s the latest in a move to crackdown on truancy in the country. The Ministry of Education will prosecute parents who repeatedly refuse to sed their children to school. Papatoetoe High Principal Vaughan Couillault talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the decision. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•2mins
#40

Phil Goff: Former Foreign Minister & Former Ambassador to the UK on accusing Israel of war crimes

New Zealand’s Former Foreign Minister Phil Goff has laid out his views on the war in Gaza, in an opinion piece for Stuff. In it he’s accused Israel of committing war crimes. He wants to see New Zealand separate itself from American foreign policy and is calling on the Government to impose immediate sanctions against Israel. Phil Goff talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the article and what he wants to see change. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•4mins
#41

Jason Walls: Political Editor on David Seymour's time as Deputy Prime Minister

David Seymour will tomorrow become New Zealand’s deputy Prime Minister, taking over from Winston Peters’ as part of the coalition agreement. But how much will change with him as second in command? Newstalk ZB Political Editor Jason Walls talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the appointment, and the ACT MP calling on other politicians to support her bill. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•5mins
#42

Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Elon Musk's exit, a tariff update on the forever chemicals found in American beer

In a surprise ... many saw coming, Elon Musk has announced he is leaving his role in the United States Government. The billionaire's role was dedicated to reducing federal spending, work which became known as DOGE. He has complained that DOGE had become a “whipping boy” for dissatisfaction with the administration. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about his step away, a tariff update and the forever chemicals found in American beer. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•6mins
#43

Jason Pine: Weekend Sport host on Super Rugby this weekend, Nathan Cleary's potential move to Union, and more

The Super Rugby playoffs are next weekend, will it be the Blues or Moana Pasifika that make it through? In another rugby news, rumours are swirling that Penrith Panthers player Nathan Clearly could be making the move away from NRL and into Union. Weekend Sport Host Jason Pine talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about what to look forward to in sport this weekend. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•4mins
#44

Troy Patchett: Head of Strategy at Subdivide Simplified on Auckland Council's decision which will see housing developers paying a greater share of infrastructure costs

A new policy’s been voted in by Auckland Council which will see housing developers pay a much greater share of future infrastructure costs. The council’s looking to raise an extra six billion from developers to cover future infrastructure costs. Suburbs such as Redhills and Tamaki will have to up to pay three times as much as they did before – more than 70-thousand per new build. Head of strategy at Subdivide Simplified Troy Patchett talks to Heather du Plessis-Allan about the changes. LISTEN ABOVE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-30•4mins
#45

Elizabeth Callaghan: UK correspondent on Andrew and Tristan Tate facing 21 charges in the UK

Controversial social media personality Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan face 21 combined charges in the UK, including rape, bodily harm and human trafficking. The Tates flew to the United States in February after Romanian prosecutors lifted a travel ban, flying back to Romania the following month to fulfil legal obligations. UK correspondent Elizabeth Callaghan says the pair will be extradited to the UK after their obligations in Romania have concluded. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•4mins
#46

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Donald Trump's tariffs being blocked by US federal court

A US federal court's blocked Donald Trump's global tariffs from going into effect - ruling the President overstepped his authority. The Court of International Trade says an emergency law invoked by the White House doesn't provide unilateral authority to impose tariffs on nearly every country. Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie explains what this means for the economy. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•4mins
#47

Full Show Podcast: 29 May 2025

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 29 May 2025, the Government has announced sweeping changes to RMA rules. RMA Minister Chris Bishop joins Heather in studio. Why Heather thinks we should give New Zealand born overstayers citizenship to allow them to work and stay here. The Government is passing a law that will protect the Aussie owned banks from a class action lawsuit from its Kiwi customers. Class action lawyer Scott Russell explains what's going on. Plus, the Huddle weighs in on Labour's Ginny Anderson's booboo. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•1hr 40mins
#48

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Fonterra's cautious optimism about the farmgate milk price payout

Fonterra is being cautiously upbeat about the future. The dairy co-op is forecasting a $10 farmgate milk price payout for the current season, and an earnings range of 65 to 75 cents a share. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains what this means for the market. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•2mins
#49

The Huddle: Are we surprised the first high-profile Trump exit took this long?

Tonight on The Huddle, David Farrar from Kiwiblog and Curia and former Labour Chief of Staff Mike Munro joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Should we allow kids of overstayers to gain citizenship here after they turn 18 and can't work or study? Labour's Ginny Andersen raised a few eyebrows after making an incorrect statement on Wellington Mornings about the coalition. What do we make of this? Elon Musk has officially left the White House. Are we surprised the first high-profile exit took this long? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•8mins
#50

Don Braid: Mainfreight General Manager on the company's full year net profit going up a third on the previous year

Transport heavyweight Mainfreight has posted a solid full-year financial result, but international economic uncertainty is causing concerns. Annual net profit was up nearly a third on the previous year - to $274.3 million compared to $208.7 million. Mainfreight General Manager Don Braid says the company's focused on business and what that means for customers around the world. "We'll do whatever we can to keep the supply chains open for them." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025-05-29•5mins

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