Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

The UK is preparing a British warship to protect a military base in Cyprus, but it's not expected to sail until next week, according to new reports.
The HMS Dragon is being loaded with ammunition in Portsmouth, as defensive capabilities in Cyprus are set to increase amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
UK correspondent Enda Brady has voiced concerns about what this means for the UK's military.
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Punishing strikes continue across the Middle East as Iran retaliates to US-Israeli attacks - with Gulf states busy blocking incoming fire.
Israel continues to pummel Tehran, and has launched fresh attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon, while Iran has launched an attack on Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq.
Fisher Funds expert Sam Dickie revealed what this week's developments could mean for investors.
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The latest Federated Farmers Confidence Survey indicates more farmers are turning a profit, but there's still some industry concerns to consider.
Of nearly 650 farmers who responded to the survey in late January and early February, 70 percent said their farm was currently profitable - the highest since the survey was launched.
The Country's Jamie Mackay explained further.
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Tonight on The Huddle, Jordan Williams from the Taxpayers' Union and former Green MP Gareth Hughes joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
The Government is looking to possibly scrap the Clean Car Standard, and a review is under way. Do we think this is likely to go ahead?
Trade Me is ditching their 'success fees' and bank transfers as part of a new overhaul. Do we think this is a good idea? Do we prefer Facebook Marketplace anyway?
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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Thursday, 5 March, 2026, we ask Transport Minister Chris Bishop why the government's looking at scrapping the clean car standard altogether.
A Gisborne farmer tells us why he's got a beef with changes to the rural school bus service.
Black Cap Cole McConchie on what it was like having a front-row seat to Finn Allen's blistering century - the fastest-ever at a T20 World Cup.
And on The Huddle with Jordan Williams and Gareth Hughes we hear how there could be more polling bad news for National.
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