Darleen Tana
Darleen Tana is a former member of the Green Party in New Zealand, known for her controversial political career that recently ended amid significant scrutiny and internal party challenges. Her departure from the party followed a series of scandals, leading to questions about the Greens' stability and direction as they navigate the political landscape.
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Darleen Tana's expulsion earlier this year suggests that the test for expulsion could be met.
Tākuta Ferris and Mariameno Kapa-Kingi react after expulsion from Te Pāti Māori
New Zealand· 2025-11-09
Darleen Tana was suspended amid an investigation into claims of migrant exploitation.
Another senior Green Party staffer departs as Louis Day resigns from communications roleNew Zealand· 2025-10-10
Darleen Tana was expelled after allegations of migrant exploitation.
Mood of the Boardroom: Peters rises as Seymour and Greens slip with CEOsNew Zealand· 2025-09-25
MP Darleen Tana was suspended amid an investigation into claims of migrant exploitation at her husband’s bike business.
Green Party chief of staff resigns, citing ‘health, wellbeing and whānau’New Zealand· 2025-09-22
Darleen Tana had a prolonged exit from Parliament.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle resigns in reversal of previous desire to stay in ParliamentNew Zealand· 2025-09-05
Doyle entered Parliament in 2024 following the ousting of Darleen Tana.
Benjamin Doyle: Unclear if Green MP returning to Parliament soon after threatsNew Zealand· 2025-04-06Darleen Tana's career ended messily amid controversies within the Green Party.
Duncan Garner: Chris Hipkins’ inconvenient truth – the Greens are loopy and Te Pāti Māori too radicalNew Zealand· 2025-03-29
