Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Paul Spain: tech commentator on the economic impacts of the Amazon outage
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Problems with Amazon's cloud services in the US have been felt around the world. Thousands of websites and apps were affected by an outage during the ...
Full Show Podcast: 21 October 2025
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 21 October 2025, former attorney general Chris Finlayson is not on board with the...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: I think Labour knows how bad their policy idea is
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I think it's fair to say, don't you think, that Labour's first policy has been a flop? It's been panned by pretty much everybody worth listening ...
Fleur Fitzsimons: PSA National Secretary on the backlash to the negative ads against Thursday's mega-strike
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Labour Party says there needs to be a probe into the Public Service Commission posting ads about Thursday's mega-strike. About 100,000 work...
Matiu Walters: lead singer and guitarist of Six60 on the band launching a new country and roots festival in Matakana
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Six60 have unveiled a new country and roots music festival in Matakana, which is set to take place this January. The 'Sweet Home Aotearoa' festival li...
Mark Mitchell: Sports Minister responds to Willie Jackson's call to freeze Netball NZ's funding
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sports Minister Mark Mitchell has outlined why he feels it was time for the Government to step in with the ongoing Netball New Zealand v Dame Noeline ...
Chris Finlayson: former Attorney-General on the Marine and Coastal Area Amendment Bill entering its third reading
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Questions have been raised regarding the Government claim over changes likely to make it harder for Māori to claim customary marine titles. The divis...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Hipkins getting surprised by Labour health announcement
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An unexpected Labour policy announcement was a bit of a shock for leader Chris Hipkins today. Health spokesperson, Ayesha Verrall revealed the p...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Albanese holding talks with Donald Trump
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Reports indicate the US is pushing ahead with the AUKUS deal, with Australia getting nuclear powered submarines from the US. President Donald Trump's ...
Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on Labour's Willie Jackson urging the Government to freeze Netball NZ's funding
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Netball New Zealand v Dame Noeline Taurua saga is beginning to gain traction inside the halls of Parliament. Labour MP Willie Jackson is urging Sp...
Hugh Goddard: Pipeline & Civil Ltd owner on the increase in road rage at traffic stops
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A survey of roadworkers has found many face routine abuse, attacks, and some are even purposely hit by cars, according to new reports. The survey, whi...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the ongoing investigations into the Louvre heist
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A rare daylight robbery has been executed at the world's most visited art museum. Items of 'incalculable' value were stolen in a seven minute he...
Antonia Watson: ANZ Chief Executive on the multi-million dollar class action set to be launched against the bank
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A multi-million-dollar class action against ANZ New Zealand over historic disclosure obligations looks likely to go ahead. ASB earlier this month sett...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market response to the inflation data
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recent Stats NZ data shows annual inflation hit three percent in September - the upper limit of the Reserve Bank's target range. This has sparked mixe...
The Huddle: Is Labour's Future Fund a good idea?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of th...
Full Show Podcast: 20 October 2025
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 20 October 2025, inflation is up three percent - driven by large increases to elec...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Has Andrew really lost enough here?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Well, even I didn't expect Prince Andrew to lose the use of his titles that fast. It was about 5pm on Friday afternoon that I said that he would lose ...
Chris Bishop: Transport Minister on the Government's plan for the Roads of National Significance
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Drivers are likely to have to cough up for travelling on the Government's Roads of National Significance. NZTA's board has endorsed the investment cas...
Victoria Arbiter: royal correspondent on Prince Andrew losing his royal titles following renewed Epstein scandal
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prince Andrew allegedly asked a police officer to 'dig the dirt' on his accuser before the publishing of a now infamous photograph of the two. Andrew'...
David Dome: Wellington Phoenix general manager on New Zealand getting its first elite sports school
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand's first-ever specialised elite sports school is set to open its doors next year, giving future athletes a space to study while building th...
Chris Hipkins: Labour leader on the party's newly-announced Future Fund
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More investment in New Zealand businesses is Labour's announced goal in a policy released today. It's modelling the Future Fund off the existing Super...
Jarrod Kerr: Kiwibank chief economist on whether inflation is set to go down following recent stats
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's belief from some economists that inflation's peaked, and it's all downhill from here. It reached 3 percent in the year to September - up...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on inflation reaching 3 percent in the year to September
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recent data shows inflation reached three percent in the year to September, and it's prompted concerns about the economy. Stats NZ figures out today s...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the concerns surrounding safety in Melbourne amid stabbings and protests
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan has stated Melbourne is perfectly safe, despite some recent incidents coming out of the city's CBD. Two police officers...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns holding their own at Go Media stadium
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Coach Stacey Jones is lauding the Kiwis' defensive resilience in their 24-18 Pacific Championships league win over Toa Samoa. The Kiwi Ferns won a 22-...
Chris Bean: Tangaroa College principal on the school urging students to cover uniforms in public
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
South Auckland's Tangaroa College has asked students to cover uniforms in public after videos of student brawls surfaced. Tension between studen...
Full Show Podcast: 17 October 2025
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday 17 October. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every w...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Simeon Brown's compulsory arbitration threats
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Health Minister Simeon Brown was met with booing at the senior doctors' annual conference before accusing doctors of "crossing an ethical line" ...
Dr Parmjeet Parmar: ACT proposes to keep credit card surcharges
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In July the Government announced a ban on surcharges on credit card payments in-store from May 2026 at the latest. ACT is attempting to bloc...
Steve Symon: Do we need a dedicated organised crime minister?
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The final report from a ministerial advisory group on organised crime recommends the urgent implementation of it's proposed solutions. This includes a...
Winston Peters: New Zealand First leader on his regulation threats to Fonterra
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has doubled down on his criticism towards Fonterra's plan to sell Mainland and Anchor to the French company La...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the latest emails surfacing on Prince Andrew
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's growing calls to strip Prince Andrew of his royal titles after more incriminating emails surfaced. Andrew reportedly told convicted child sex ...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Amazon's strategy for taking on the grocery market
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amazon has been scaling up its same-day grocery delivery services across cities all over the US. It's looking to expand to 2,300 US cities by the end ...
Full Show Podcast: 16 October 2025
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 16 October 2025, senior political correspondent Barry Soper and former Finance M...
The Huddle: Should we be worried about where these new ferries are coming from?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, journalist Clare de Lore and Thomas Scrimgeour joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! ...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the Government's cuts to emissions targets
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Government unveiled new emissions targets this week, and members of New Zealand's farming community have welcomed the move. 2050 methane targets w...
Sean Plunket: broadcaster and host of The Platform on the BSA claiming jurisdiction over online comment
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Broadcaster Sean Plunket isn't going down without a fight, as our broadcasting watchdog claims jurisdiction over his online-only company The Platform....
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will the BSA have to back down on this?
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, I don't know how much most people will care about the drama that's unfolding with the BSA. Obviously here in radio world, we do, because these...
Anne-Marie Brady: Canterbury University professor and China expert on the Government's new Chinese ferry-builder
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Concerns have been raised over the Government's new choice for a ferry-builder. Guangzhou Shipyard International will build and deliver two new Cook S...
Dion Tilson: Parakai Springs general manager on GrabOne going into liquidation
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's no guarantee businesses will honour unredeemed vouchers from GrabOne, which has gone into liquidation. The online deals website won’t be iss...
Virginia Courage: Gloriavale leaver on the investigation into alleged mistreatment of crying children and babies
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Gloriavale leaver is recalling the confronting impact of child discipline practices used in the sect. Police have issued two formal warnings t...
Ruth Richardson: former Finance Minister on Jim Bolger's legacy
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Bolger's first Finance Minister says the former Prime Minister - who died yesterday aged 90 - sometimes sold himself short. Bolger served as...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the death of former Prime Minister Jim Bolger
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A flurry of tributes from current and former politicians for former Prime Minister, Jim Bolger, who died yesterday. The 90-year-old died peacefully, s...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia's unemployment rate reaching 4.5 percent
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's unemployment rate jumped to 4.5 percent in September - up from 4.3 percent in August, according to new reports. This is the highest season...
Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on the 10-year ban for players who defect to the R360 rugby competition
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
League great Billy Slater reckons the 10 year bans for players who defect to the rebel R360 rugby competition are a bit extreme. ARL Commission chair ...
Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists executive director on the backlash to Simeon Brown's comments
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister has accused the senior doctors' union of crossing an 'ethical line' at the expense of patients. Members of the Association of Sala...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the new book claiming Margaret Thatcher had two affairs
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new book, The Incidental Feminist, has claimed former UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher reportedly had two affairs. Thatcher, who held the ro...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Reserve Bank modelling finds Covid-era money printing didn't cause inflation to spike
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Reserve Bank recently disputed the idea that Covid-era money printing programme caused sky-high inflation, which cost the Government billions. Sta...
Brendan Larsen: Milford Asset Management expert on the impact of the US Government shutdown
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ongoing US Government shutdown is set to have wide-reaching effects, with economists raising concerns over the impacts. Missed pay cheques and the...
The Huddle: Should we be worried about the Māori Party's future?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog writer and Curia pollster David Farrar and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Are we surprised by these allegations we've heard about the Māori Party?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, go on and tell me that any of the allegations that we've heard about the Māori Party in the last 36 hours surprise you. Does it shock you in ...
Leela Ashford: Spark Sustainability Director on the company blocking all AI-generated child sexual abuse images
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Spark's becoming the first New Zealand telco to block all child sexual abuse images made with artificial intelligence. It already stops access to phot...
Full Show Podcast: 15 October 2025
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 15 October 2025, shocking video footage from Gaza shows Hamas publicly executin...
Gabriel Boyd: Auckland University Student Association president on the new report claiming fees-free uni is a 'deadweight'
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's growing calls to evaluate the future of fees-free university after a recent review labelled the policy 'deadweight'. The policy was originally...
Sam MacKinnon: Hospitality NZ Advocacy Head welcomes Government review into sector rules
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hospitality New Zealand is throwing its support behind a Government inspection of sector rules. Its wide-ranging review will investigate rules for eve...
Mark Leslie: Pāmu CEO on the launch of new dairy-beef crossbreed cows
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mooove over dairy and beef cows, for a new hybrid breed on the block. Pāmu and Livestock Improvement Corporation have created a new cattle breed - ca...
Greg Sheridan: foreign editor at The Australian on Hamas posting executions as Israel threatens aid delays
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas holds - but looks shaky, with eight of the 28 dead Israeli hostages returned. Israel is reportedly reopeni...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on whether Chris Luxon is at risk of being rolled
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recent polls show Prime Minister Chris Luxon's popularity has taken a nosedive, prompting speculation about his future in the National Party. With the...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on Donald Trump urging Hamas to disarm
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump's warning Hamas will have their weapons taken off them - even if it falls to him to make it happen. Talks are underway in Egypt's S...
Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on Grace Nweke standing by her support for Dame Noeline Taurua
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Silver Ferns shooter Grace Nweke has stood by her support for embattled coach Dame Noeline Taurua. As the Ferns gear up for the Constellation Cup, Gra...
Dylan Thomsen: AA Road Safety spokesperson on why AA is advocating for higher road fines
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The AA is calling for an overhaul of driving fines. It says fines haven't been adjusted for inflation since 1999 and no longer represent a big enough ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Starmer looking to blame Farage for budget tax hikes
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New reports out of the UK claim Prime Minister Keir Starmer is looking to blame Nigel Farage and Brexit for tax rises in the upcoming November budget....
The Huddle: Why do more people think violence is okay?
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, lawyer and political commentator Brigitte Morton and Ali Jones from Red PR joined in on a discussion about the discussion about...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on reports claiming the RBA won't cut interest rates til 2026
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New reports indicate the Reserve Bank of Australia won't be cutting interest rates until at least February 2026. Employment remains high and inflation...
Full Show Podcast: 14 October 2025
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday, 14 October 2025, former Australian army officer and Middle East expert Rodger Sha...
Hamish McKay: The Country spokesperson on NZ First raising concerns over Gene Tech Bill
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand First has started to voice concerns over the proposed Gene Technology Bill, breaking away from fellow coalition partners. NZ First c...
Mike Williams: Air New Zealand Chief Transformation and Alliances Officer on the airline's new deal with Air Chathams
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Air New Zealand's teamed up with Air Chathams on a new partnership for Whakatane. It'll mean customers can book single-ticket trips that combine domes...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Trump does deserve credit for the Gaza agreement
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
So, what happened last night is remarkable. Before the deadline of 10pm New Zealand time, 20 living Israeli hostages - who had been held for 2 years, ...
Catherine Delahunty: former Green MP on the new data showing 1 in 7 Kiwis believe violence may be needed to fix the nation
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's real concern from a former Green MP over how openly people talk about committing violence. A new Taxpayers' Union-Curia poll shows one i...
Wayne Naylor: Hospice NZ CEO on the reviews being collected on dying in Aotearoa
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealanders who are dying, or caring for someone who's on their deathbed, have been leaving reviews rating their experience with death in Aotearoa....
Bryce Edwards: political commentator on whether there is an internal divide in Te Pāti Māori
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's suggestions of a deep divide within Te Pāti Māori. The Party's released documents to members alleging former vice president Eru Kapa-Kingi t...
Rodger Shanahan: former army officer and Middle East analyst on whether peace will persist in Gaza
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's signs peace could persist in Gaza, as US President Donald Trump declares the war over. Hamas has released the 20 living Israeli hostages - and...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on House Speaker Gerry Brownlee moving to crack down on bad behaviour in Parliament
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parliament's Speaker will meet MPs across the House today, as he cracks down on behaviour. Gerry Brownlee's spoken about Te Pati Māori's newest...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Prime Minister Albanese's phone number getting leaked online
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The mobile numbers of Anthony Albanese, Sussan Ley and other prominent Australians were recently released to the public on a free website. The US-base...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the fallout from Gail Parata's resignation as Silver Ferns selector
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another blow for Netball New Zealand in the wake of their unresolved coaching saga with Dame Noeline Taurua. Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata has res...
Roger Beaumont: Banking Association CEO on the upcoming changes set to impact first home buyers
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Changes to lending restrictions are on the cards. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is welcoming the Reserve Bank consulting with banks on easing loan to...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Prime Minister Keir Starmer arriving in Egypt to sign Gaza peace deal
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has just arrived in Gaza to sign off on the latest peace deal. Starmer is one of approximately 20 world leaders set to ...
Gail Pacheco: Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner reveals how DEI can boost productivity
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Equal Employment Opportunities Commissioner recently penned an opinion piece in defence of DEI amid ongoing concerns about the measures. Winston P...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on Fletcher Building posting a 'gloomy' quarterly update
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fletcher Building's issued a gloomy trading update, marked with trading slumps, market falls and low sales volumes. The company's now aiming for a fur...
The Huddle: How can we encourage people to vote in local elections?
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland councillor Richard Hills and Trish Sherson from Sherson Willis PR joined in on a discussion about the following issues...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Will cutting councils fix our abysmal voter turnout?
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen, I am more and more convinced that we need to cut the number of councils we have across the country. I mean, that voter turnout that we've...
Full Show Podcast: 13 October 2025
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 13 October 2025, the last of the Israeli hostages are being released today in a mo...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the low voter turnout in the local body elections
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Participation in local elections is at a historic low and there's growing calls for reform. Turnout's been higher in rural areas and much lower in the...
Alexander Cornwell: Reuters correspondent on the release of the first Israeli hostages
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hamas is expected to start releasing Israeli hostages now. It's handing over 20 hostages over the next two hours - followed by Israel handing over nea...
Toni Boynton: Whakatane Māori Ward councillor voices disappointment with 25 councils voting to scrap Māori
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's disappointment from some after a majority of Māori wards are set to go. 17 councils have voted to keep them, and 25 have voted to remov...
Erica Stanford: Education Minister on the Government releasing new data showing structured literacy is making a difference
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's confidence New Zealand schools are turning a corner on literacy skills. The Education Minister says data shows 58 percent of new entrant stude...
Tony Morris: Inland Revenue spokesperson on the IRD taking money from people's bank accounts
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The IRD is set to be cracking down harder on those who don't pay their taxes properly, and they've unveiled new measures for people who ignore corresp...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the latest education numbers
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Erica Stanford believes mandated structured literacy is turning reading and writing skills around. The Education Minister's revealed new data showing ...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the Australian Government backing down on superannuation tax plan
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Government has backed down on its controversial superannuation tax plan, following long-running criticism from key industries. Treasure...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Scott Robertson revealing All Blacks picks ahead of Grand Slam tour
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson has defended the lack of fresh faces in the 36-strong squad for the upcoming Grand Slam tour. There's just one new ca...
Nathanael Melia: Victoria University climate researcher on the Government bringing down methane targets
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A climate expert has claimed the Government's reduced methane targets are 'unambitious'. The goal for 2050 has been slashed to a range of 14-to-24 per...
Full Show Podcast: 10 October 2025
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 10 October 2025, Israeli hostages will return home and aid will be delivered into ...
Perspective with Heather duPlessis-Allan: Kate Middleton's phone policy is the right way to think
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yeah, so it's weird that it takes a princess to warn us about this, but Kate Middleton has warned parents against phones at the dinner table. She's wr...
Peter Lewis: Asia business correspondent discusses unemployment rates in China
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
China’s hotels are taking a hit, as a struggling economy hurts domestic spending. China’s economy has been in decline for the past 4 years,...
Samuel Leason: Kiwi detained by Israel discusses Israel-Palestine ceasefire announced yesterday
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three New Zealanders detained by Israel last week, have returned home. Rana Hamida, Youssef Sammour and Samuel Leason were in an aid flotilla to Gaza,...
The Huddle: How long can the Silver Ferns' coach drama continue?
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on the Huddle: Rugby commentator Paul Ellison and NewstalkZB's own D'arcy Waldegrave join Ryan Bridge to discuss the latest sports news. ...
Gavin Walker: Acting CEO of Water Safety NZ calls for ban on unfenced above-ground pools
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are calls for a Government crackdown on some temporary pools, after five deaths in the past decade. Coroner Heidi Wrigley's reviewed the death o...
Chris Hipkins: Labour leader comments on National's potential sale of Chorus stake
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Labour claims a promise isn't being kept - as the Government mulls selling its stake in Chorus. Finance Minister Nicola Willis today said the Go...
Alon Roth: Israeli ambassador to New Zealand discusses confirmed ceasefire between Israel and Palestine
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Israel's counting down the days to Hamas releasing hostages. Israel's Cabinet's signed off on a ceasefire deal for their return, as well as Isr...
Barry Soper: Senior political correspondent on Kiwis returning from Gaza flotilla
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Kiwis on board the humanitarian aid flotilla set for Gaza have returned to New Zealand. Three people arrived in Auckland airport, describing...