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When was Ben Jensen of Learning First invited to take part in the Ministry of Education’s Curriculum Roadshow in October 2025 and how much, if anything, was paid for his fees, travel and accommodation?

Answered Question 29761 (2026)
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Ginny Andersen

List MP · Labour Party

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  • When was Ben Jensen of Learning First invited to take part in the Ministry of Education’s Curriculum Roadshow in October 2025 and how much, if anything, was paid for his fees, travel and accommodation?

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Hon Erica Stanford

Member for East Coast Bays · National Party · Minister of Education

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I am advised that the Ministry of Education invited Ben Jensen to take part in the Curriculum Roadshow on 12 August 2025. A total of $14,757.41 was paid for his fees, travel, and accommodation. This is broken down as follows: • Speaker Appearance Fee - $5,200.00 • Travel and accommodation - $9,557.41.