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7448, 7450 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7448 (matches this search)

    How many phone calls has the Minister had with Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay prior to Sunday 1 March 2026, and what were the duration of these calls?

  • 7450 (matches this search)

    When was the last time he spoke the Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay prior to Sunday 1 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

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I have had many phone calls with the Chair of TVNZ since his appointment in November 2025. As per Speaker’s Ruling 199/6, I do not consider it to be in the public interest to undertake an exercise to identify and collate the material…

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Question 7452 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On what dates did he or anyone from his office raise concerns about TVNZ’s 26 February 2026 coverage with any staff members from TVNZ?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

26 February 2026.

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Question 7453 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did anyone from his office or on his behalf directly contact TVNZ staff members regarding the decision to not include victim-of-crime data in their story aired on 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7454 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he directly contact TVNZ staff members regarding the decision to not include victim-of-crime data in their story aired on 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

Yes, Benedict Collins and Maiki Sherman.

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Question 7455 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he ask any TVNZ staff member to run a story with victim-of-crime data in their story aired on 3 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7456 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he ask any TVNZ staff member to review the decision to not include victim-of-crime data in their story aired on 26 February 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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7457, 7458 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7457 (matches this search)

    What duration was the Minister’s call with Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay at 6.30pm on 4 March 2026?

  • 7458 (matches this search)

    What duration was the Minister’s call with Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay on 4 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

3 minutes.

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7459, 7483 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7459 (matches this search)

    What duration was the Minister’s call with Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay on Sunday 1 March 2026?

  • 7483 (matches this search)

    How long was the call between himself and TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay where coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 was discussed?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

4 minutes.

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Question 7460 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did the Prime Minister instant message with the Minister to discuss 1News coverage on 26 February 2026 regarding government policies, if so, on what date and time?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7461 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did the Prime Minister text the Minister to discuss 1News coverage on 26 February 2026 regarding government policies, if so, on what date and time?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

Yes, on 26 February 2026 following the 1News coverage.

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Question 7462 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did the Prime Minister meet with the Minister to discuss 1News coverage on 26 February 2026 regarding government policies, if so, on what date and time?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

My diary is proactively released on the beehive.govt.nz website.

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Question 7463 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did the Prime Minister call the Minister to discuss 1News coverage on 26 February 2026 regarding government policies, if so, on what date and time?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

Corrected reply: Yes, shortly following the coverage airing.

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Question 7464 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What were the topics of discussion in his conversations with the Chair of TVNZ Andrew Barclay at 6.30pm on Wednesday 4 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the member to reply number 7465 (2026).

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Question 7465 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What were the topics of discussion in his conversations with the Chair of TVNZ Andrew Barclay on Wednesday 4 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7466 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What were the topics of discussion in his conversation with the CEO of TVNZ at the 60th Anniversary of Country Calendar on Tuesday 3 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7467 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What were the topics of discussion in his conversations with the three board members at the 60th Anniversary of Country Calendar on Tuesday 3 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7468 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What did the text message/s from Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay on Sunday 1 March 2026 say, by time?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7469 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    How many text messages did the Minister received from Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay on Sunday 1 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to reply number 7468 (2026).

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Question 7470 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What date and time did he receive a text message from Chair of TVNZ, Andrew Barclay on Sunday 1 March 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

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I refer the Member to reply number 7468 (2026).

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Question 7471 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he discuss TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay’s call regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 with Hon Nicola Willis, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7472 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Has he at all times complied with section 28(1) of the Television New Zealand Act 2003?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

To the best of my knowledge, yes.

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Question 7473 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Have all members of his office at all times complied with section 28(1) of the Television New Zealand Act 2003?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

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To the best of my knowledge, yes.

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Question 7474 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Have all members of her office at all times complied with section 28(1) of the Television New Zealand Act 2003?

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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Yes.

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Question 7475 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Has she at all times complied with section 28(1) of the Television New Zealand Act 2003?

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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Yes.

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Question 7479 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On how many occasions, if any, has a member of the TVNZ Board contacted him to discuss 1 News’ reporting, and which Board members contacted him?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7480 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On how many occasions, if any, has a member of TVNZ management contacted a member of his office to discuss 1 News’ reporting, and which Board members contacted his office?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

The Member may like to clarify whether he is asking about a member of TVNZ management, or about a Board member.

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Question 7481 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On how many occasions, if any, has a member of the TVNZ Board contacted a member of his office to discuss 1 News’ reporting, and which Board members contacted his office?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

None.

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Question 7482 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On how many occasions, if any, has a member of TVNZ management contacted him to discuss 1 News’ reporting, and which Board members contacted him?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

The member may like to clarify whether he is asking about a member of TVNZ management, or about a Board member.

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Question 7484 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    What were the other issues that he discussed with TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay on their call where coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 was discussed?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7485 (2026)

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    Did any member of his office discuss TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay’s call regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 with any member of Hon Mark Mitchell’s office, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7486 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he discuss TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay’s call regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 with Hon Mark Mitchell, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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Question 7487 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he discuss TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay’s call regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026 with any member of his office, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I regularly discuss conversations I have had relating to my portfolios with members of my office.

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Question 7488 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Who was on the call he held with TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

Andrew Barclay was on the call I had with Andrew Barclay.

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Question 7489 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    On what date and time did TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay call him regarding 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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Question 7490 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Was the call he received from TVNZ Board Chair Andrew Barclay requested by him, on his behalf, or by any member of his office?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

I refer the Member to the Hansard transcript - https://hansard.parliament.nz/hansard-transcript/2026-03-05/oral-question-4-media-and-communications?sId=f5b675c3a65446388356b92243c19d80

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9 questions (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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Matching question numbers: 7526 (2026), 7527 (2026), 7528 (2026), 7529 (2026), 7530 (2026)

  • 7491 (matches this search)

    Who was the “senior, high-profile TVNZ manager” who spoke to Police Minister Mark Mitchell and apologised over the 1 News’ coverage of Thursday 26 February 2026?

  • 7523 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Broadcasting regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, what was the nature of…

  • 7524 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Broadcasting regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, on what date?

  • 7525 (matches this search)

    Did any person acting on his behalf contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so who?

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  • 7526 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Broadcasting between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7527 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Prime Minister’s Office between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7528 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Justice between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7529 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7530 (matches this search)

    Did he contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026?

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Hon Mark Mitchell

Member for Whangaparāoa · National Party · Minister of Police

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I have not, nor has anyone on my behalf, contacted any member of the TVNZ board in any capacity. As you would expect, my office talks regularly with the offices of other Ministers and Prime Ministers. In this case, discussions with…

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Question 7492 (2026)

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    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Broadcasting between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

Yes, my media team spoke with the Broadcasting Minister’s Office regarding the lack of balance in a 1 News story that aired on 26 February.

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7493, 7496 (2026)

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  • 7493 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Justice regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, what was the nature of those…

  • 7496 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Justice regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, on what date?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

No. I had no discussions between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026 with the Minister of Justice regarding the Television New Zealand Board.

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Question 7494 (2026)

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    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Justice between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

Yes, my media team spoke with the Broadcasting Minister’s Office regarding the lack of balance in a 1 News story that aired on 26 February.

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Question 7497 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, what was the nature of those…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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No.

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Question 7498 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, on what date?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

No.

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Question 7499 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did any person acting on his behalf contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so who?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

No.

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Question 7500 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

No.

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Question 7501 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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    Did he contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

No.

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7509, 7510, 7516, 7517 (2026)

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Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7509 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Prime Minister’s Office between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7510 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Police between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7516 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Prime Minister’s Office between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7517 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Office of the Minister of Police between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

My office talks regularly with the offices of other Ministers and the Prime Minister, about a range of topics, on occasion including news coverage.

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7511, 7519 (2026)

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  • 7511 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, on what date?

  • 7519 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, on what date?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

The member may like to clarify whether he is asking about discussions about the TVNZ Board, or about 1 News reporting.

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7512, 7518 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7512 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, what was the nature of those…

  • 7518 (matches this search)

    Did he have any discussions with the Minister of Police regarding the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, what was the nature of those…

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

The member may like to clarify whether he is asking about discussions about the TVNZ Board, or about 1 News reporting.

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7513, 7521 (2026)

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  • 7513 (matches this search)

    Did any person acting on his behalf contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so who?

  • 7521 (matches this search)

    Did any person acting on his behalf contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

Answered

7514, 7520 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7514 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

  • 7520 (matches this search)

    Did any member of his office contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026, if so, who?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.

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7515, 7522 (2026)

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Reuben Davidson

Member for Christchurch East · Labour Party

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  • 7515 (matches this search)

    Did he contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026?

  • 7522 (matches this search)

    Did he contact any member of the Television New Zealand Board between 23 February 2026 and 3 March 2026, regarding 1 News’ reporting on Thursday 26 February 2026?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister for Media and Communications

Answer

No.