Helen Clark
New ZealandpoliticianFemaleb. 19507.8Global Dominance: 0.00%Helen Clark served as the Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1999 to 2008 and was the first woman to hold this office for three consecutive terms. A member of the Labour Party, she is known for her leadership in social policies and international development, as well as her role as Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme after her premiership.
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Helen Clark negotiated broad alliances during her leadership, which gave her leverage over her partners.
Danyl McLauchlan: A National party PM insulting businesses is akin to a Green MP punching a dolphinNew Zealand· 2026-08-10
Helen Clark understood that coalition leadership was never about eliminating disagreement.
Helen Clark’s ‘restraint’ lesson for Christopher Luxon - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
Helen Clark is referenced as a former leader who successfully ran a government without reliance on smaller parties.
PM Christopher Luxon says he’d hold referendum on MMP if re-electedNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
Kiritapu Allan interned in Helen Clark’s office during her second year of university.
‘I had nothing left’: Kiri Allan on cancer, politics and starting againNew Zealand· 2026-08-04
EITI Board Chair Helen Clark commended Liberia’s performance, describing the country’s implementation of the initiative as an example of how transparency mechanisms can support broader national reform efforts.
Liberia Earns “Very Good” EITI Rating | News
Liberia· 2026-07-22Helen Clark is mentioned in relation to her foundation's publication on housing challenges in New Zealand.
When only the wealthy can afford Auckland’s villas, they’ve lost most of the ‘heritage’ worth keeping – Jamie Simmonds, Coalition for More HomesNew Zealand· 2026-07-17
Helen Clark was the Prime Minister when Don Brash took the party to within a whisker of beating her.
Labour bungles response to Paul Henry bombshell; the embarrassing part of Indian PM’s visit – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-07-16
Helen Clark is associated with the foundation that released a report on social cohesion.
Shop owners show how local action can rebuild community spirit – EditorialNew Zealand· 2026-07-15
Paul Henry named Helen Clark as a good politician and his political idol.
Act’s Paul Henry shares his thoughts on nudism, politics and whether he’s ready to face scrutinyNew Zealand· 2026-07-14Helen Clark is a former Prime Minister and a prominent critic of the current coalition government.
NZ’s most effective MPs, backroom staffers, lobbyists, activists and rising stars – and why big-name MPs are missingNew Zealand· 2026-07-14
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark praised Neill for bringing great pride to New Zealand.
Film world, friends mourn Sir Sam Neill, praised for talent, kindness and passionNew Zealand· 2026-07-13
Former Prime Minister of New Zealand Helen Clark declared Sam Neill's death as devastating news.
Beloved star of Jurassic Park movies mourned
Australia· 2026-07-13
Helen Clark was the Prime Minister of New Zealand during Mark Sainsbury's visit to Greece.
Media Insider: Mark Sainsbury’s new business venture - with a personal twist; TVNZ’s forecast $48.8m losses; Inside Sky’s ‘super intense’ NRL rights winNew Zealand· 2026-07-09
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark said the new rules could damage many old villas in her Albert-Eden neighbourhood.
Interactive map: Street-by-street data shows you what could change at your houseNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Helen Clark served three successive terms as Prime Minister of New Zealand between 1999 and 2008.
Plan Change 120 targets the wrong suburbs to create affordable housing - Helen ClarkNew Zealand· 2026-07-02
Helen Clark is a former Prime Minister who paid tribute to Les Mills on social media.
Les Mills, Olympic athlete and ex-Auckland Mayor, dies at 91New Zealand· 2026-06-29
The summit was chaired by Clinton and featured high-profile attendees, including former Finnish prime minister Sanna Marin and former New Zealand prime minister Helen Clark.
Tsai attends leaders’ summit in Italy
Taiwan· 2026-06-28
Helen Clark is mentioned as living in Mount Eden, where property values have seen modest increases.
‘The Prime Minister will have the very best’: Ex-minister on the security at Dame Jacinda Ardern’s homeNew Zealand· 2026-06-23
Helen Clark is the former Prime Minister of New Zealand and currently leads a group focused on drug policy reform.
VIDEO/ „Moldova va fi membră a Uniunii Europene. Sunt sigur”. Fostul președinte al Poloniei, Aleksander Kwaśniewski, la Podcast ZdCe – Ziarul de Gardă
Moldova· 2026-05-30
Helen Clark was the first woman to serve as Prime Minister of New Zealand and highlights the importance of representative institutions.
Igualdad jurídica, sueño lejano para muchas mujeres
Mexico· 2026-03-06
Helen Clark is criticized for her approach to international law and human rights in relation to the Iranian regime.
When human rights rhetoric ignores reality: A response to Helen Clark – Samira TaghaviNew Zealand· 2026-03-04Helen Clark is absolutely correct, our Government’s response to the US and Israeli strikes on Iran is disgraceful.
Letters: The world faces a difficult balance between respecting international law and confronting perceived security threatsNew Zealand· 2026-03-03
Helen Clark criticized the Government's response to military strikes on Iran, calling it a disgrace.
Helen Clark calls Government response to Iran strikes ‘disgrace’New Zealand· 2026-03-01
Helen Clark visited Trevor Mallard during his time as ambassador.
Trevor Mallard interview: Lessons from Ireland amid a changing world orderNew Zealand· 2026-02-23
Helen Clark is mentioned in comparison to Jacinda Ardern regarding caucus support.
Luxon has done a poor job of selling $1b LNG terminal and India trade deal – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2026-02-12
Helen Clark is mentioned as one of the accomplished politicians Duncan Garner has been close to.
Duncan Garner: Exclusive, my night out on the town with Erica StanfordNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
Helen Clark's Labour-Alliance coalition faced challenges during New Zealand's involvement in the American-led invasion of Afghanistan.
Outrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith CollinsNew Zealand· 2026-01-28
Maryan Street, a former minister under Helen Clark, had helped in this role for many years.
Election 2026 campaign teams: Who is running National, Labour, Greens, Act, and NZ First’s fight for votesNew Zealand· 2026-01-26
Helen Clark is mentioned as the former electorate representative for Mt Albert.
Labour won’t win back Auckland until the city can trust the party again – EditorialNew Zealand· 2026-01-21Helen Clark abolished the titular honours in 2000.
New Zealand’s honours system: does it need a polish up?New Zealand· 2025-12-23
