Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

The Government is assuring police will still respond to mental health callouts when needed.   The Mental Health Foundation has launched a petition asking police to stop scaling back on attending mental health callouts. A four-phase reduction plan was announced in November. Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey says the programme addresses the handover - not the response.  "People with menta...

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 4 April 2025, human error and incompetence were the main issues that led to the Manawanui's sinking. And the Defence Minister makes a shocking revelation in her interview with Ryan Bridge. The Treaty Principles Bill has been given the thumbs down by Parliament's Select Committee. Ryan asks chair James Meager whether it was all a w...

David Seymour's lost the battle but has he won the war? If the goal was to redefine the Treaty principles in one fowl swoop with a bill that didn't have the support to get pas first reading... which was clearly going to be ambitious given how much the opposition hated it.... then he's lost. But if the goal - and Seymour's not stupid.... was to start a national conversation .Have the debate. Move t...

Hungary is withdrawing from the International Criminal Court at the same time it welcomed Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a visit.  Netanyahu had an warrant issued for him by the court.  Hours into the visit, Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orbán withdrew from the International Criminal Court.  UK Correspondent Gavin Grey talks to Ryan Bridge about the decision and Europe...

Asia has been hit the hardest by Donald Trump's Liberation Day tariffs.  China was dealt reciprocal tariffs of 34% - on top of the 20% tariffs the US President had already issued.   Asia Business Correspondent Peter Lewis explains the impact it will have on trade.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been another big week in politics - Greens MP Tamatha Paul went under fire for DJ'ing anti-police anthems at a Wellington festival, while her colleague Benjamin Doyle received backlash for his social media posts.  Meanwhile Te Pāti Māori are planning their own version of the Privileges Committee meeting after refusing to attend a hearing over the haka protest.  Senior Political Edit...

Ticket company Ticket Fairy is receiving online abuse and racial hatred after cancellations to Juicy Fest and Timeless Summer Tour.  The events were cancelled after the gig’s promoter went into liquidation.      They owe $2.4 million to creditors and thousands of ticket holders have still not got any refund. Ticket Fairy CEO Ritesh Patel tells Ryan Bridge his company is me...

Newstalk ZB’s sports news director Clay Wilson and sports journalist Nicky Styris join the Sports Huddle. It's been a terrible week for Liam Lawson who was dropped by Red Bull, who are saying part of the reason was due to his mental health. What do the Sports Huddle make of the decision? Nicky Styris says it depends on whether you think he should've been in the car in the first place. Four of the...

Another major bank has advice for mortgage holders ahead of The Royal Bank of New Zealand official cash rate decision new week. The Royal Bank of New Zealand is expected to cut the OCT by 25bp to 3.50% on April 9. Westpac said the decision to cut is the wrong one. ASB Chief Economist Nick Tuffley talks to Ryan Bridge about the decision. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

The Justice Committee is recommending Parliament vote the Treaty Principles Bill down.  Out of 300,000 submissions, 90% were opposed, but ACT leader David Seymour still wants a referendum.  Justice Select Committee Chair James Meager says the committees wants to "get on with things that are actually growing the economy and making a change to people's lives." LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnys...

Labour and Te Pāti Māori lose ground in recent polls, with ACT up 2.3% and NZ first, 7.5%  The Greens rose by one percent to 11%.  It comes as Greens member  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following Trumps Liberation Day tariffs, the Dow has plunged 1,700 points and the Nasdaq  is down 0.5%.  The market's seen its biggest drop since the start of the pandemic.  Economists say the tariffs could lead to a global recession. US Correspondent Dan Mitchinson talks to Ryan Bridge about the fallout, Trump looking to delay TikTok ban, and why Americans are dyeing potatoes.&nbsp...

Human error and failing to disengage autopilot has been confirmed as the root cause of a New Zealand Navy ship running aground and sinking in the Pacific, a report has concluded. Crew were unaware the ship was on autopilot mode when they tried to adjust course, and key personnel were distracted and not properly trained; the report found. The $100 million HMNZS Manawanui motored into a reef off the...

It's a big weekend for Liam Lawson, who needs to impress after a disappointing start to the season with Red Bull.  He's set to race in the Japanese Grand Prix's qualifier tomorrow, before racing on Sunday.  Sports Contributor Jason Pine talks to Ryan Bridge about the race, Super Rugby tonight, and a reducing number of Australian teams.  LISTEN ABOVE.  See omnystudio.com/listene...

Sky TV is finally switching to a new satellite after months of customers complaining about poor reception. The changeover will happen in the week starting 14 April, but some customers in Northland, Gisborne, Southland and the East Cape will need to replace their rooftop dishes beforehand. How many customers will need to have replacements? Sky TV Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Chris Major talks to...

The UK will likely be pushing hard for a better deal after President Donald Trump unveiled the new tariffs set to impact the region. Trump announced new levies on goods coming into the US, including 10 percent on all UK imports and 20 percent on those from the European Union. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the UK is among many countries that will be pushing back against the tariffs - with discus...

The UK will likely be pushing hard for a better deal after President Donald Trump unveiled the new tariffs set to impact the region. Trump announced new levies on goods coming into the US, including 10 percent on all UK imports and 20 percent on those from the European Union. UK correspondent Enda Brady says the UK is among many countries that will be pushing back against the tariffs - with discus...

There's been plenty of discussion about Donald Trump's new barrage of tariffs - and many Kiwis have been left wondering what it means for them. The new tariffs come with wide-reaching global implications, and experts have revealed it could play a part on future interest rates later down the line. NZ Herald business editor at large Liam Dann explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listene...

Donald Trump has finally unveiled his long-awaited batch of tariffs - and it's gotten a mixed reaction from New Zealand's rural sector. Red meat producers have voiced their disappointment with these changes, but it's unclear how hard the dairy sector will be hit. The Country's Jamie Mackay explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Director at Wellington Government Relations Firm Silvereye Conor English and broadcaster Mark Sainsbury joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day -and more!  Donald Trump has finally unveiled his tariffs to the world - with many countries being hit with 10 percent tariffs on the low end. How concerned are we? The Justice Select Committee has finish...

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 3 April 2025, tariffs tariffs tariffs! Trade Minister Todd McClay speaks to Ryan Bridge after NZ was hit with a 10 percent tariffs on goods imported into the US. Republican strategist Jeannette Hoffman says Trump is taking a major risk with American voters. Labour's Duncan Webb is defending wanting to keep the Treaty Principles...

A new report examining the state of New Zealand's GP workforce has unveiled the strain many healthcare workers are currently under. The report, called The Heart of Healthcare: Renewing New Zealand's Primary Care System, describes an ageing, overworked cohort of GPs who struggle to maintain their business under the weight of increasing patients and operating costs. Former GP and NZ Initiative resea...

Donald Trump has unveiled a barrage of sweeping tariffs set to hit the rest of the world - and it's left a notable impact on the markets. All countries, including New Zealand, have been hit with a 10 percent tariff, the EU will cop 20 percent, but Asia's been hit a little harder. China will pay 34 percent on top of a 20 percent levy, Japan will pay 24 percent and India will pay 26 percent on their...

New Zealand is finally in the firing line of Donald Trump's tariffs - but one Kiwi CEO is determined to make the best of things. Under the new regime, New Zealand faces a 10 percent tariff on all imports into the states across all industries. NZ King Salmon CEO Carl Carrington says the company will work through this development over the coming weeks - but he's not too worried. "I think we have, to...

Northland is bidding to have a new Great Walk in its bid for an ambitious regional deal with the Government.  The application explains prioritising industries, including tourism, could boost regional GDP by $1 billion dollars. It'd like the Cape Brett hike to join the country's existing 11 Great Walks.  Duke of Marlborough hotel, co-owner, Riki Kinnaird, says it's about time.  "We n...