Barry Soper
Barry Soper is a seasoned political correspondent who provides insights and analyses on current New Zealand political events, including the recent debates between political leaders Chris Luxon and David Seymour.
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Barry Soper made an ONZM for services to journalism after spending 43 years in the parliamentary press gallery.
King’s Birthday Honours 2026: Broadcaster Barry Soper made an ONZM for services to journalism
New Zealand· 2026-05-31
Barry Soper is a political correspondent whose new book covers his career at Parliament across 12 prime ministers.
Media Insider: TVNZ news review – why report will remain secret; TVNZ CEO steps into crime story; Brodie Kane on podcast break-upNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Barry Soper's new book covers his career at Parliament across 12 prime ministers.
Media Insider: TVNZ news review – why report will remain secret; TVNZ CEO on crime story, Tova’s start and World Cup; Brodie Kane on podcast break-up; journalists pour hearts into new booksNew Zealand· 2026-03-05
Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent who coined the nickname 'Crusher Collins'.
Judith ‘Crusher’ Collins to exit the Beehive – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-01-31
Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his impactful career in New Zealand politics.
No March cut expected for US federal funds rate as committee votes 10-2 to holdNew Zealand· 2026-01-29Barry Soper is with us to unpack a career defined by survival, scandal, comebacks, and crushing presence in New Zealand politics.
Judith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirementNew Zealand· 2026-01-29
Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his significant presence in New Zealand politics.
Report: Housing confidence rises in 2026New Zealand· 2026-01-29Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his impactful career in New Zealand politics.
'There's been a shift': Tragedy has brought Mount community togetherNew Zealand· 2026-01-29Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent who reported on the careers of 13 prime ministers, including Jim Bolger.
Jim Bolger remembered as a ‘really good bloke’ after death aged 90 – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2025-10-17
Barry Soper is mentioned as Heather du Plessis-Allan's husband and fellow broadcaster.
Media Insider podcast: Heather du Plessis-Allan on Jacinda Ardern, Christopher Luxon and her future broadcasting aspirationsNew Zealand· 2025-06-25
Barry Soper is now Auckland-based and ZB’s senior political correspondent.
Media Insider: Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls to join TVNZ as business correspondent, replacing Katie BradfordNew Zealand· 2025-05-11
Barry Soper discusses Winston Peters and his political stance.
Listen to The Country online: Agriculture and Trade Minister Todd McClay on Trump’s tariffsNew Zealand· 2025-04-04
Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent discussing Jacinda Ardern's new book.
Listen to The Country online: Carbon farming with Southland farmer Dean RabbidgeNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
Barry Soper analyzes the political landscape dominated by the Luxon-Seymour conflict.
Listen to The Country online: Federated Farmers’ Toby Williams on Cyclone Gabrielle anniversaryNew Zealand· 2025-02-14
