Judith Collins

Judith Collins

politician New Zealand

Judith Collins is a prominent New Zealand politician and former leader of the National Party, known for her strong stance on law and order as well as her work in various ministerial roles. During her tenure as Minister of Science and Innovation, she initiated the restructuring of New Zealand's Crown Research Institutes, which has faced criticism for its impact on the science workforce.

Born on Feb 24, 1959 (66 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
54,077
Power
2,355$
Sentiment
6.09
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 11 6.09 1.02% +10% 4,822,233 54,077 $210,000 2,355$
Totals 11 4,822,233 54,077 $210,000 2,355$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins has announced her departure in 2026. 6

Adrian Rurawhe Chris Hipkins Ian Mckelvie Louise Upston Jonathan Young Barbara Kuriger Georgie Dansey Celia Wade Brown Paulo Garcia Maureen Pugh
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Speaker Adrian Rurawhe’s valedictory speech: From Rātana Pā to Parliament

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins has supported increased investment in New Zealand's Defence Capability Plan. 6

Christopher Luxon Chris Hipkins Phil Goff Winston Peters Todd Mcclay Mark Carney Anthony Albanese Simon Bridges Malcolm Turnbull
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Why Christopher Luxon is betting on the Indo-Pacific over Trump’s Gaza offer – Fran O’Sullivan

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins is a former minister in New Zealand politics known for her tough image and the nickname 'Crusher'. 7

Barry Soper Chelsea Daniels
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Judith ‘Crusher’ Collins to exit the Beehive – The Front Page

New Zealand New Zealand: Attorney-General Judith Collins announced an inquiry into the case to investigate the welfare of the Phillips children. 7

Tom Phillips Julia Phillips Justice Layne Harvey Garry Collin Jill Rogers Belinda Feek
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Tom Phillips suppression: Media granted judicial review, but secrecy remains

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirement. 5

Ryan Bridge Barry Soper
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Judith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirement

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins announced her retirement from politics and expressed interest in the Law Commission presidency. 6

Winston Peters Christopher Luxon Todd Mcclay Sir Geoffrey Palmer Dr Amokura Kawharu Dr Mark Hickford Chris Hipkins Grant Robertson Nicola Willis Julia Anne Genter David Seymour Gerry Brownlee Adrian Rurawhe Joseph Mooney Penny Simmonds Phil Goff Camilla Belich Greg Fleming
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: India FTA fight: Trouble brewing in coalition as Winston Peters pushes his advantage – Audrey Young

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins earned the nickname 'Crusher' due to her policy of crushing cars seized from criminals. 8

Sir John Key
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Judith Collins retirement: Sir John Key calls her the ‘Margaret Thatcher of New Zealand’

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins has had a long and controversial career in New Zealand politics, serving in various leadership roles and as a prominent member of the National Party. 6

Helen Clark Nicky Hager Don Brash Simon Bridges Christopher Luxon Nicola Willis Phil Goff Cameron Slater Todd Muller
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Outrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith Collins

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins was the then-National leader who unveiled the housing accord. 5

Matthew Hooton Jacinda Ardern Nicola Willis Megan Woods Christopher Luxon Bishop Paul Goldsmith Simeon Brown Erica Stanford Mark Mitchell Wayne Brown
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: U-turn season starts with housing intensification - Matthew Hooton

New Zealand New Zealand: Judith Collins is a politician who was present at the women's semi-finals of the ASB Classic. 6

Beauden Barrett Jordie Barrett Alice Marshall Fran Wyborn Angela Stone Colin Mathura Jeffree Steve Cleary Linsey Cleary Mikayla Haycock Toby Baker Emily Blanchett Tim Slane Jessica Clarke David Gardner Liam Lawson Hannah St John Zoe Hobbs Carlos Ulberg Louise Upston
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Society Insider: Beauden Barrett’s holiday on Fiji’s ‘Millionaire’s Row’; Colin Mathura-Jeffree hosts A-list party at Auckland adult club