Heather du Plessis-Allan
New ZealandjournalistFemale4.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Heather du Plessis-Allan is a prominent New Zealand journalist and radio host known for her incisive political commentary and interviews. She has gained recognition for her ability to tackle complex issues and engage with a variety of topics, particularly in the realms of politics and current affairs. As a broadcaster, she has worked with various media outlets and is known for her sharp questioning style that often challenges her guests. Recently, she was mentioned in a news article regarding her interview with Nicola Willis, where they discussed the profound implications of U.S. tariff policies on New Zealand's economy.
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Heather du Plessis-Allan critiques Labour's policy approach and its implications for voters.
Labour is going for warm fuzzies over policy substance – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2026-06-21
Heather du Plessis-Allan is Barry Soper's wife and expressed some unhappiness about not being told of his honour sooner.
King’s Birthday Honours 2026: Broadcaster Barry Soper made an ONZM for services to journalismNew Zealand· 2026-05-31
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the likelihood of returning to surplus in New Zealand's budget.
We all know we won’t return to surplus, right? - Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2026-05-30
Jordan Williams appeared on Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB on Thursday.
Bombshell poll: Luxon under pressure as National sinks towards 2020 disaster markNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses Labour's desperate attempts to align with the Greens.
Labour cosying up to the Greens makes them look desperate – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2026-02-08
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the implications of climate change and government responses.
Hipkins can’t be blamed for trying to seize the moment at Mount Maunganui - Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2026-02-01
Heather du Plessis-Allan interviewed Sophie Moloney about HBO Max's content.
Media Insider: Sky TV renews deal with Yellowstone studio Paramount but HBO Max contract uncertainNew Zealand· 2026-01-27
Heather du Plessis-Allan reflects on the political landscape and critiques the actions of various politicians.
My word of the year, deja vu - Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-12-20
Heather du Plessis-Allan raised concerns around Phillips’ children regarding the documentary.
Media Insider: Tom Phillips documentary contract - police have right to preview and demand editorial changesNew Zealand· 2025-12-16
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the impact of Australia's social media ban on parents and children.
The success of Australia’s social media ban is up to parents – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-12-14
Heather du Plessis-Allan is the journalist to whom Mark Mitchell spoke.
Police Minister Mark Mitchell denies early briefing on Jevon McSkimming complaintsNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
Heather du Plessis-Allan critiques the New Zealand government's handling of climate agreements.
Finally NZ’s Paris Climate Agreement charade is as good as over – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-12-07
Heather du Plessis-Allan interviewed Moloney to mark her chief executive of the year title.
Media Insider: Netflix to acquire Warner Bros Discovery in mesmerising $125 billion deal – what might that mean for Sky TV and NZ viewers?New Zealand· 2025-12-05
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the issue of rough sleepers in Auckland's city centre.
Something has to be done about rough sleepers - Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-11-08
Heather Du Plessis-Allan is a broadcaster who interviewed David Cohen about his book.
Jacinda: The Untold Stories; author David Cohen opens up on unauthorised Ardern biography and what he discoveredNew Zealand· 2025-10-24
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the futility of the Tom Phillips injunction.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: The Tom Phillips injunction is pointlessNew Zealand· 2025-09-14
Heather du Plessis-Allan raised concerns about the impact of the documentary on the Phillips children.
Police respond to backlash over Tom Phillips documentary accessNew Zealand· 2025-09-10
Heather du Plessis-Allan expressed concerns about the impact of the documentary on traumatized children.
Media Insider: Reality TV legend Dame Julie Christie producing Tom Phillips documentary - crew receives exclusive access behind police cordons; police commissioner questioned on whether it should proceedNew Zealand· 2025-09-09
Heather du Plessis-Allan conducted a brutal interview with AWS' NZ country manager.
Mystery data centres: Mercury says Amazon’s power thirst is real, and weighs in on pricing - Tech InsiderNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the implications of New Zealand's potential withdrawal from the Paris climate deal.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: Pulling out of the Paris climate deal will only become more popularNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the economic challenges facing homeowners and the government.
Beehive must be nervous as economy continues to flounder – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-08-23Heather du Plessis-Allan noted the cost of the ban on eftpos surcharges will be borne by small and medium enterprises.
The mess the National Party’s in now - four theories and a prediction - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses the irrationality surrounding the price of butter in New Zealand.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: We are being irrational about the price of butterNew Zealand· 2025-07-26
Speaking to Heather du Plessis-Allan on NewsTalk ZB on Friday, Crane said he was seeing a lot of businesses who had positive growth.
Crane Brothers commits to High St with 25-year lease extensionNew Zealand· 2025-06-30
Heather du Plessis-Allan is mentioned in relation to her rise in the media industry.
Media Insider: The rise of Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-06-27Podcast guest Heather du Plessis-Allan is also sceptical about the claims made by TVNZ.
Media Insider: TV 6pm news - who’s winning the ratings battle between TVNZ and Three, and are one million people really still watching 1 News?New Zealand· 2025-06-26
Heather du Plessis-Allan discusses her insights on Jacinda Ardern and her aspirations in broadcasting.
Media Insider podcast: Heather du Plessis-Allan on Jacinda Ardern, Christopher Luxon and her future broadcasting aspirationsNew Zealand· 2025-06-25
Heather du Plessis-Allan was named the Sir Paul Holmes broadcaster of the year at the annual New Zealand Radio and Podcast Awards.
Media Insider: Stuff removes fake video of ‘delivery driver’ eating food on doorstep; Major moves and departures in advertising industry; Radio Awards - Heather du Plessis-Allan’s big winNew Zealand· 2025-06-05
Heather du Plessis-Allan was named broadcaster of the year at the awards.
Media Insider: Radio and Podcast Awards - Newstalk ZB wins station of the year, Heather du Plessis-Allan named broadcaster of the yearNew Zealand· 2025-06-05
Heather du Plessis-Allan hosts a show where she discussed the significance of David Seymour's appointment.
David Seymour sworn in as Deputy Prime Minister, succeeds Winston PetersNew Zealand· 2025-05-31
