Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
Episodes
Michael Reddell: former Reserve Bank economist on the state of the economy following recent GDP figures
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Former Reserve Bank economist Michael Reddell says it's getting harder to know how much the economy's growing or shrinking. Stats NZ estimates GDP ros...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government saying help with fuel prices is coming
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government says help with high fuel prices is coming, for some. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says officials are working hard on support options ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the concerns raised over decreasing fuel stocks in Australia
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has warned motorists not to panic-buy fuel, claiming that surging demand puts unnecessary pressure on suppl...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on rugby clubs going fees-free for kids
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
More rugby clubs around the country are ditching junior fees in a bid to ease financial pressure on families and revive grassroots participation. What...
Dylan Thomsen: AA road safety spokesperson on the increase in speeding fines
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Police officers dished out one speeding fine for every minute of last year as they cracked down on dangerous driving. More than 500,000 fines we...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on the investigations into the meningitis outbreak tears through UK
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over in the UK, experts are warning people to take precautions as an outbreak of meningitis is spreading. 15 cases have officially been reported...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the KiwiSaver withdrawal rule changes being driven by farmer lobbying
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Officials are calling out the Government for loosening KiwiSaver withdrawal rules in response to lobbying by Federated Farmers, rather than evidence-b...
Michael Luke: Milford Asset Management expert on the impacts of the ongoing conflict in Iran
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The conflict in the Middle East is continuing on for another week, and it's got experts concerned about the economic impacts. Iran's blocking shipping...
The Huddle: Should schools be allowed to hand out sweets as rewards?
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Tim Wilson from the Maxim Institute and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about the f...
Cameron Bagrie: independent economist responds to Treasury's 'worst case' economic forecast
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Economists are questioning Treasury's 'worst case' economic forecast from the Iran war. It predicts a worst case scenario of inflation hitting 3.7 per...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Another common-sense move from Erica Stanford
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, once again - not for the first time on this show and probably not the last - thank goodness for Erica Stanford. Normally, she’s righting wrong...
Full Show Podcast: 18 March 2026
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday 18 March. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every ...
Andrew Murray: Chief Medical Officer at Fertility Associates reassures patients after embryos go missing
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Fertility Associates is reassuring patients their processes are robust, after frozen embryos went missing last year while in its care. It says this on...
Pooja Sundar: immigration lawyer on the Government's new approach for refugees with criminal records seeking asylum
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Questions remain on processes for asylum seekers convicted of serious crimes in New Zealand. Proposed Government reforms will let immigration of...
Rob Buchanan: Channel Infrastructure CEO addresses concerns over fuel shortage as Middle East conflict continues
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The CEO of New Zealand’s largest fuel import terminal is quelling concern imports to New Zealand could cease if the Middle East conflict continues.&...
Boyd Swinburn: Auckland University professor on the debate over whether schools should give out sweets as rewards
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A Northland parent claimed teachers at her son's first school routinely rewarded children with chocolate and lollies, sparking debate about whether th...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the top US counterterrorism official resigning as Iran war continues
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump is dismissing the resignation of a senior US intelligence official - whom he appointed. Israel is continuing waves of strikes across Leba...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the rumours Hipkins' ex-wife was working with NZ First
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
NZ First leader Winston Peters has clarified Hipkins' ex-wife Jade Paul does not work for his party or have any affiliation or role with it. It was un...
Elliott Smith: Sportstalk host on NZ Cricket weighing up options for the future of the country's domestic T20 game
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The New Zealand Cricket board is still deciding the future of the country's domestic T20 game, but a couple of Black Caps have other ideas. The option...
Megan Woods: former Energy Minister explains why Marsden Point wouldn't have alleviated fuel issues
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A former Energy Minister says Marsden Point made its own commercial decision to close, but even open, it couldn't alleviate fuel issues. Iran's put a ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on Donald Trump claiming he's 'not happy' with the UK's response to Middle East conflict
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has renewed his criticisms of the UK Government's response to the Middle East conflict. The US President said the UK needs to be 'involve...
Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on the RBA increasing the OCR for the second month in a row
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, the Reserve Bank bumped the OCR up to 4.1 percent, up by 0.25 percentage points. This is the second significant hike it two months,...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the impacts of the Middle East conflict on the dairy sector
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ahead of the next GDT auction, there's concerns about what the ongoing Middle East conflict could do for prices. The conflict has seen oil prices spik...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps' second T20 match against South Africa
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Black Caps have been put into bat by South Africa in the second of their five T20 matches in Hamilton tonight. A strong start by the Kiwi openers ...
The Huddle: What does the food price data mean for inflation?
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Green MP Gareth Hughes joined in on a discussion about the following issue...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The National Party needs to rethink its plan for this election
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We need to talk about inflation, because inflation is making me pretty sure now that the National Party needs to rethink its plan for this election. W...
Full Show Podcast: 17 March 2026
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 17 March. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every we...
Shane Jones: Resources Minister explains why Crown funds should be directed towards geothermal sector
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Resources Minister is insistent Crown funds should help heat the geothermal sector. A Government strategy has been released on its plan to double ...
Lisa McNeil: Otago University professor on why young people aren't op-shopping as much
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New reports indicate young people aren't going to op-shops as often, and experts have raised questions as to why this is. Despite the ongoing cost of ...
Kelly Eckhold: Westpac economist on whether more people will need to work from home following Middle East crisis
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A top economist advises thinking about working from home to save fuel. Iran's maintaining its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz - retaliating to the c...
Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on data showing food prices rose 4.5 percent in the year to February
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's fears there'll be no slowdown any time soon to the rapid rise in food prices. Stats NZ figures show they rose 4.5 percent in the year to Febru...
Andrew Brant: Health NZ acting chief executive on the planned move towards decentralisation
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A return towards decentralisation is being painted as Health New Zealand's next chapter. The Government's reverting to giving hospitals more control -...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Chris Hipkins defending allegations made by ex-wife
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hipkins says he won't discuss family matters publicly - verging on tears at a press conference this afternoon. On Sunday, his ex-wife Jade...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the RBA hiking the OCR up again amid inflation concerns
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian Reserve Bank has increased interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, up to 4.1 percent. This is the second month the RBA has lifted rat...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: It wasn't a mistake to cancel the EV subsidy
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is copping heat today for cancelling the EV subsidy a couple of years ago. Critics now say it looks like a mistake, because oil prices ...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Starmer refusing to send warships to Strait of Hormuz
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Keir Starmer has refused to send warships to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing concerns. US President Donald Trump has reportedly call...
Full Show Podcast: 16 March 2026
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 16 March, 2026, we talk to the Retail NZ chief executive about an increase in card...
Mark Troughear: Freightways CEO on the impacts of the Middle East crisis and fuel prices
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government is considering its options if petrol prices keep rising, but the head of Freightways is warning people not to panic. The conflict in th...
Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management expert on the market reactions to the third week of the Iran conflict
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The conflict in the Middle East has entered its third week and there's concerns about what it could do to the markets. Iran's still restricting moveme...
The Huddle: Is the Government doing the right thing?
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Phil O'Reilly from Iron Duke Partners and Child Fund CEO Josie Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of t...
Jessica Palairet: Lawyers for Climate Action NZ executive director on the backlash to the Govt's emissions reduction plan
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Protesters gathered outside Wellington's High Court today, as a lawyers' group challenges the Government's climate moves. Lawyers for Climate Ac...
Nicola Willis: Finance Minister on the financial impact of the ongoing crisis in the Middle East
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Finance Minister says there's no bail-out on the cards for Air Zealand at this stage - as the conflict in the Middle East causes a surge in jet fu...
Sean Mandell: People Magazine senior reporter recaps the 2026 Oscars
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A night of glitz and glam at the 98th Academy Awards in LA . One Battle After Another's taken out Best Picture, pipping horror Sinners for the top pri...
Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on retail spending trending upward before Iran conflict
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's hopes the war in Iran doesn't reverse gains in our retail sector by making shipping more expensive. Stats NZ data shows back-to-back inc...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Nicola Willis urging Kiwis not to panic over fuel shortages
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's yet to make a call on whether New Zealand would ease sanctions on Russian oil, as the Iran war affects shipments. The US has eased so...
Oliver Peterson: Australian correspondent on the concerns that fuel stockpilers will create shortages
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, fuel prices have surged, sparking debate over whether fuel needs to be rationed as the Middle East crisis continues. Prime Minister...
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on Liam Lawson claiming seventh in Formula One's Chinese Grand Prix
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Liam Lawson has claimed seventh in Formula One's Chinese Grand Prix. Starting 14th, he picked up seven places to finish as the best driver in the four...
Philip Gregan: New Zealand Winegrowers CEO on the Government's proposed changes to alcohol laws
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
New Zealand Winegrowers are on Cloud Wine over proposed Government changes to alcohol laws. They include allowing licensed premises to meet legal obli...
Full Show Podcast: 13 March 2026
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 13 March, 2026, we look at whether people are over-reacting by panic-buying petrol...
Barry Soper: Senior political correspondent talks Paul Eagle, election predictions, and the covid inquiry
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Senior political correspondent Barry Soper joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to wrap the political week. The big topics this past week were former...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: People panic buying fuel aren't being irrational
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, here’s a prediction for you, because there have been headlines today about petrol stations running out of fuel because of panic buying: people...
John Glover: Queenstown Mayor on tourism recovery reaching pre-Covid levels
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Queenstown's tourism growth has remained steady over the last few months with tourism levels now reaching 97% of pre-Covid numbers. Queenstown M...
Olivia Rooke-Devoy: PhD candidate says over-mowing is destroying the lawn environment
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
University of Auckland PhD candidate Olivia Rooke-Devoy has offered a 'low-mow' alternative to protect the lawn environment. She claims that ove...
Mark Douglas: Maritime Domain analyst says fuel crisis won't hit yet, long term concern
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The war in Iran has sparked worldwide concerns of fuel shortages after the Strait of Hormuz was shut. The passage carries roughly 20 percent of the wo...
Dan Mitchinson: US Correspondent on Trump's 'falling' public support amidst Iran conflict
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
According to a new PBS poll public support for Donald Trump is in decline as more than half of US citizens oppose the war in Iran. Dan Mitchinso...
Cameron Luxton: ACT MP on proposed changes to Greyhound Racing ban
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Select Committee report on the Government's proposed Greyhound Racing ban has come back, with the committee saying they want the bill passed. ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on the UK Government releasing files related to Lord Mandelson's appointment
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The UK Prime Minister was warned of the risk of appointing Lord Mandelson as US ambassador, given his ties with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Document...
Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the economic impacts from the Middle East crisis
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's growing concerns about the economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East. Flurries of missiles are still crossing borders and the BBC rep...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the NZ Zanda McDonald Award winners
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Karn Dhaliwal was the New Zealand recipient of the Zanda McDonald Award, and it's a big honour in the rural world. Dhaliwal built a diverse horticultu...
The Huddle: How would we handle an oil shortage?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Thomas Scrimgeour from the Maxim Institute and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues ...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Do we need to panic about fuel supplies?
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Now look, I don’t think there’s any reason to panic, but if you’ve been reading the news closely - and especially if you’ve been reading more ...
Full Show Podcast: 12 March 2026
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 12 March, 2026, Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones tells us about emergency f...
Louise Upston: Social Development Minister on beneficiary numbers reaching a 12-year high
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Social Development Minister is certain it's only a matter of time before beneficiary numbers fall from a 12-year high. New figures show 427,000 pe...
Liam Rutherford: NZEI lead negotiator on the union taking legal action over teacher pay deals
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A legal battle is looming over primary teacher pay deals. The NZEI's taking action over the Government letting non-union teachers accept individual pa...
Dominic Corry: entertainment journalist and film reviewer on the new Lord of the Rings project set to enter production
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Winslet is set to return to New Zealand shores for a new role in Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum, which is set to start production this ye...
Cath O'Brien: Board of Airline Representatives NZ executive director on Air New Zealand cutting 1100 flights
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One expert has suggested Jetstar won't follow Air New Zealand in cutting upcoming domestic flights. The airline plans to cancel about 1100 flights ove...
Shane Jones: Associate Energy Minister on the plans for conserving fuel if the Middle East conflict continues
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
All options are on the table for conserving fuel if the US-Israel war on Iran continues. Iran's retaliating with hits on neighbouring countries, and b...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Mariameno Kapa-Kingi voicing concerns with Te Pāti Māori
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi isn't saying if she has confidence in Te Pāti Māori's leadership, after her reinstatement. A High Court this week ruled her ...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Matt Canavan being elected as the new leader of the Nationals
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Over in Australia, Queensland senator Matt Canavan is set to take over the Nationals - signalling a new change for the party. Canavan will work alongs...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Heath Mills stepping down as New Zealand Cricket Players Association CEO
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest advocates for New Zealand cricketers is going to be looking after every professional player around the globe. After almost 25 years...
Heath Mills: NZ Cricket Players Association chief executive on his resignation
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
One of New Zealand sport’s biggest powerbrokers is stepping down. NZ Cricket Players Association boss Heath Mills has announced today that he will b...
Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on Meghan Markle headlining a $3000 Australian weekend retreat
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Meghan Markle is set to headline a weekend retreat hosted by the Her Best Life podcast in Sydney this April. The event will be held during a visit to ...
Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Inland Revenue proposal to tax company loans to shareholders being shut down
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A proposed crackdown on companies that give shareholders loans, rather than pay them taxable income, appears dead in the water. Inland Revenue has bee...
Brendan Larsen: Milford Asset Management expert on markets calming down from Middle East conflict shock
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The US President's social media posts suggest he's worried about the price of oil, as the US and Israel bombard Iran into an 11th day. More than 1700 ...
The Huddle: Do we really need more cash machines?
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and Jack Tame from ZB's Saturday Mornings and Q&A joined in on a discussion about th...
Full Show Podcast: 11 March 2026
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 11 March, 2026, we talk to the Public Service Commissioner on why he's given a ...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: The pressure's on for the primary teachers' union
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I think we can quite accurately use the word 'brilliant' to describe the latest move from the Government’s man in the primary teachers’ pay negoti...
Rod Duke: Briscoe Group managing director on the business posting steady result in tough financial year
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The balance sheet is looking strong for Briscoe Group, which managed to score a few goals late in the game. The retailer's posted record annual ...
Karl Dean: Federated Farmers Dairy Chair voices disappointment with Government backdown on live export ban
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Federated Farmers thinks it's unlikely the live export ban will be reinstated, now the Government's backtracked. A campaign promise for National and A...
Paula O'Kane: Otago University associate professor calls for changes to be made to sick leave
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Public health experts have noticed this latest Covid wave is worsening as fewer Kiwis are getting vaccination boosters and tests, and it's renewed deb...
Alan McDonald: EMA Head of Advocacy on Heinz Wattie's shutting down at least three manufacturing facilities
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's predictions Heinz Wattie's won't be the last to shutter operations this year. It's proposing closing three manufacturing facilities in Aucklan...
Sir Brian Roche: Public Service Commissioner on the Government offering non-union teachers pay rises
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Public Service Commissioner says giving about 10,000 non-union primary teachers the option to accept pay offers has been a long time coming. Sir B...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on Winston Peters raising concerns over the Covid inquiry
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Winston Peters believes the Covid inquiry has been 'deficient' and 'biased'. The second phase of the inquiry has found some mandates went on too long ...
Dan Mitchinson: US correspondent on the delays causing long wait times at US airports
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thousands of travellers have been waiting in hours-long queues at US airports this week, due to increased spring travel and limited security personnel...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on the Black Caps squad named for South Africa series
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Potential T20 international cricket debuts loom for Katene Clarke, Nick Kelly and Jayden Lennox as New Zealand prepare to host South Africa in five ma...
David Seymour: ACT Party leader on Auckland Council's changes for proposed housing densification
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
ACT's leader is denying changes to Auckland's housing intensification rules might have 'backfired'. The Government has ordered Auckland Council ...
Enda Brady: UK correspondent on France sending a naval deployment to the Middle East
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
France’s President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an 'unprecedented' naval deployment in the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. France will de...
Jamie Mackay: The Country host on New Zealand's performance at the Golden Shears World Shearing and Woolhandling Championships 2026
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It was a big weekend for New Zealand's rural community, with the country's shearers dominating the 2026 Golden Shears event. New Zealand claimed an un...
Maree Tassell: iFindProperty founder on the growing calls to regulate property flippers
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a significant increase in property flippers and it's prompted concerns from experts. One of the country's most prominent buyers' agencies...
The Huddle: What can we learn from the Covid inquiry?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight on The Huddle, Sarah Trotman from Business Mentors and former Health NZ Chair Rob Campbell joined in on a discussion about the following issue...
Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: This Covid inquiry still matters for accountability
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The big Covid inquiry - the Royal Commission of Inquiry - is out and to be honest, I don’t think it’s a game-changer. It doesn’t tell you anythi...
Full Show Podcast: 10 March 2026
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Tuesday 10 March. Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every we...
Matt Goodson: Salt Funds Management managing director on the markets fluctuating amid Middle East conflict
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stock markets have rebounded and oil prices have dropped below yesterday's forecast, following recent comments from US President Donald Trump. Trump i...
Chris Hipkins: former Covid Response Minister defends Covid inquiry report findings
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The former Covid Response Minister, Chris Hipkins, is being questioned over the latest findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry. The report was r...
Cynthia Robins: Formerly the Blackball Hilton owner on the pub being forced to remove outdoor seating
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A legendary West Coast pub has removed its popular outdoor seating under threat of a $20,000 fine. It was decided the Formerly the Blackball Hilton's ...
Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand lifting fares in response to Middle East conflict
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An aviation commentator says Air New Zealand needs to look at ways to cut costs as the war in the Middle East impacts fuel prices. The airline's...
Simeon Brown: Health Minister on the findings from the Covid-19 response inquiry
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Health Minister has raised some concerns after the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Covid-19’s final report was released. The report found that ...
Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the findings from the Covid-19 response inquiry
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Government's turning a spotlight on Chris Hipkins over newly released Covid inquiry findings. The Royal Commission's second phase report's f...
Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia sending missiles to UAE and deploying aircraft
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Australia will deploy a military surveillance aircraft to the Middle East and send missiles to the United Arab Emirates, but the Government's ruled...
D'Arcy Waldegrave: Sportstalk host on Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates returning to the White Ferns
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Devine and Suzie Bates will return to the White Ferns for five games against South Africa, as the defence of the T20 World Cup looms in June. N...