Answered Question 9036 (2026) Question published 18 March 2026 Reply lodged30 March 2026 Bookmark Asked by Barbara Edmonds Member for Mana · Labour Party Question Further to her answer to written questions 6698 & 6696 (2026): Was Dr Orphanides on the original candidate shortlist? Answered by Hon Nicola Willis List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance Answer No. Referenced written questions Referenced in the questions Written question 6698 (2026) Search related written questions Question year:2026 Status:Answered Asked by:Barbara Edmonds Minister:Nicola Willis Portfolio:Finance