On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Friday, 27 March, 2026, Finance Minister Nicola Willis' "keep calm" message as she sets out what it'll take to start fuel rationing.

New Zealand First's plan to put millions of dollars into a Christchurch Cathedral rebuild.

Lord of the Rings actor Bruce Hopkins on why the film's still a big drawcard for tourists.

And on The Sports Huddle, D'Arcy Waldegrave and Jim Kayes debate the IOC's u-turn on transgender women.

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The Warehouse Group has reported a first half net profit after tax of nearly $16 million.

CEO Mark Stirton told Heather du Plessis-Allan he is 'pleased' with the result

But, like most of the world, concerns over Iran and fuel costs plague future outlooks.

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It has been 25 years since the release of the first Lord of the Rings film, The Fellowship of the Ring.

Actor Bruce Hopkins, who played Gamling in the series, joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to chat about the ongoing popularity and tourism pull in New Zealand.

Hopkins said the support for the franchise is 'astounding'.

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