Chris Bishop
New ZealandpoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Chris Bishop is a prominent New Zealand politician and a member of the National Party, serving as the Minister of Infrastructure. He has been actively engaged in discussions around economic growth and investment, aiming to attract foreign investment to bolster New Zealand's economy.
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Cabinet Minister Chris Bishop commented on the financial implications of New Zealand First's proposal to buy back BNZ.
Property rights cannot be a slogan for protecting market power – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2026-09-26
Chris Bishop is the RMA Reform Minister who acknowledged the efforts of councils.
Eastern Bay byelection: Victor Luca leads with 3355 votesNew Zealand· 2026-09-25
Chris Bishop is mentioned as a participant in the debates.
The leaders’ debates are upon us, and only one Chris has anything to sell – David CohenNew Zealand· 2026-09-24
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop recently made changes to what councils can charge developers for infrastructure.
Fast track: Which political parties are committing to changes to housing projects after electionNew Zealand· 2026-09-23
The public profile afforded ministers means the party’s potential successors to Luxon – possibly Nicola Willis, Erica Stanford or Chris Bishop – are probably better known than those in Labour.
Election 2026: How Dame Jacinda Ardern made today famous and what it means for Labour, National – Jamie EnsorNew Zealand· 2026-09-15
Chris Bishop announced in July he would scrap the agreements after a 'massive surge' in deals.
Ngāti Ruanui and South Taranaki District Council strike deal in face of Government cullNew Zealand· 2026-09-13
Chris Bishop, Housing Minister, acknowledges the impact of the income cap on housing prices.
First Home Loan: Why National’s $300,000 income cap could push up house prices – Nadine HigginsNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Chris Bishop is the Infrastructure Minister who agrees on 90% of issues with Kieran McAnulty.
Katie Bradford: City Rail Link proves Auckland can build beyond election cyclesNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said that it’s an incredibly exciting day.
‘Auckland deserves this’: CRL to finally open after over 100 years of talk – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-09-11
Transport Minister Chris Bishop described the excitement surrounding the City Rail Link opening as a momentous occasion.
Hundreds attend ceremony marking Auckland City Rail Link openingNew Zealand· 2026-09-10
Chris Bishop was touted as a likely challenger for the leadership of the National Party.
PM Christopher Luxon sacks Chris Penk from Cabinet, strips portfolios after leadership challengeNew Zealand· 2026-08-12
Chris Bishop was involved in the leadership challenge dynamics.
Luxon leadership challenge: In the end, they didn’t have the numbersNew Zealand· 2026-08-12
Chris Bishop is another potential alternative to Luxon, described as a more proven performer.
Christopher Luxon leadership challenge: Did the Prime Minister do the right thing?New Zealand· 2026-08-12Chris Bishop's name had been featured in leadership speculation.
Labour leads National as Opportunity Party hits 8% in 1News-Verian pollNew Zealand· 2026-08-12
Chris Bishop is the Transport Minister who publicly expressed support for Luxon.
National MPs to gather at Parliament to discuss Christopher Luxon’s leadershipNew Zealand· 2026-08-11
Chris Bishop is a potential challenger to Christopher Luxon's leadership.
Christopher Luxon’s power ebbing away – who will replace him?New Zealand· 2026-08-11
National MP Chris Bishop, who there has been speculation about as a potential contender, has denied such ambitions.
Election 2026: Act leader David Seymour condemns ‘distractions’ as National MPs set to decide Christopher Luxon’s leadershipNew Zealand· 2026-08-11Bishop has been speculated as a potential contender for the leadership of the National Party.
Christopher Luxon leadership: National’s Chris Bishop not denying appetite within party for leadership changeNew Zealand· 2026-08-10Chris Bishop is cited as a front-runner for leadership in the National Party.
Luxon leadership: National MPs hit phones on possible change after MMP captain’s callNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
Chris Bishop is noted as a senior minister at risk of losing his candidacy in the elections.
Duncan Garner: Prime Minister, if you truly can’t see how bad things are, then stand aside for the good of NZNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
Chris Bishop paid tribute to Randle as a 'lovely man, passionate about Wellington'.
Wellington City councillor Tony Randle dies at 65New Zealand· 2026-08-09
Chris Bishop retained his third spot on the list despite speculation about his position.
Election 2026: The National MPs at risk of losing their seats after party list revealedNew Zealand· 2026-08-08
Transport Minister Chris Bishop said the project is one of the most significant transport investments in New Zealand’s history.
City Rail Link: The long road to Auckland’s big-city future – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-08-07Senior MP Chris Bishop last night told reporters said he would describe Luxon’s comments as 'musing around the concept of a referendum'.
National MP Paul Goldsmith says MMP referendum ‘of course’ party policy, other MPs say just Luxon’s viewNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
Chris Bishop commented that Luxon's remarks were more of a personal view rather than a National Party policy commitment.
Christopher Luxon stands by MMP referendum next term, Chris Bishop calls earlier comments ‘musings’New Zealand· 2026-08-06Chris Bishop is mentioned as one of the ministers in Christopher Luxon's Cabinet.
PM Christopher Luxon says he’d hold referendum on MMP if re-electedNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop said two skyscrapers, three podium buildings and a new laneway network were approved.
Auckland waterfront skyscrapers get final fast-track approval, ministers say it shows how fast the scheme worksNew Zealand· 2026-08-05
Chris Bishop, the Transport Minister, opened the stations at Drury and Paerātā in South Auckland.
Drury, Paerātā railway stations open with peak services every 10 minutesNew Zealand· 2026-08-01
Attorney-General Chris Bishop received the public inquiry report into the disappearance of Phillips and his children.
‘He was a dictator’: Mother of Marokopa children speaks out about her relationship with Tom PhillipsNew Zealand· 2026-07-31
Chris Bishop is the Transport Minister expected to attend Marco te Brömmelstroet's keynote.
How big cities are reclaiming streets for kidsNew Zealand· 2026-07-29
