Matthew Hooton
New ZealandlobbyistMaleb. 19705.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Matthew Hooton is a New Zealand columnist and lobbyist, known for his political commentary and analysis. Recently, he was involved in welcoming a delegation from Mongolia to New Zealand's Parliament, highlighting his connections within the political landscape.
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Matthew Hooton has been announced as the new editor-in-chief of The Post and Sunday Star-Times.
Media Insider: Tom Phillips Netflix doco – police may ban footage; Matthew Hooton’s speech to Stuff staff; RNZ’s flash new offices - and view of Mike HoskingNew Zealand· 2026-06-19
Matthew Hooton is mentioned in relation to world GDP figures.
No ‘oops’ about it – kids hurt, killed going to school – Letters to the EditorNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Matthew Hooton recently mentioned how the New Zealand National-led coalition Government’s last tax cuts would not have been helpful for the Reserve Bank at a time it was trying to lower inflation.
An OCR alternative...could KiwiSaver be used to control inflation? - Inside EconomicsNew Zealand· 2026-02-24
Matthew Hooton commented on the political implications of the housing plan in his column.
Chris Bishop to slash Auckland housing plan from 2m to 1.6m homesNew Zealand· 2026-02-18
Matthew Hooton critiques the government's handling of the LNG terminal and trade deals.
Luxon has done a poor job of selling $1b LNG terminal and India trade deal – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2026-02-12
Matthew Hooton predicted a U-turn could come as soon as today regarding the government's plans.
Christopher Luxon signals Cabinet reshuffle as election year kicks off, polling date out ‘shortly’New Zealand· 2026-01-18
As Matthew Hooton wrote in the Herald, the Wellington-based National brains trust had badly misunderstood the politics of housing in Auckland.
National MPs’ angst over housing crash as Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins mull reshuffles – Thomas CoughlanNew Zealand· 2026-01-17
Matthew Hooton discusses the housing market and economic issues in New Zealand.
U-turn season starts with housing intensification - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Matthew Hooton suggested a gradual increase in the eligibility age for pensions.
Why fixed mortgage rates are headed up already after Reserve Bank cuts – Inside EconomicsNew Zealand· 2025-12-09
Matthew Hooton is mentioned in relation to the Taxpayers’ Union's campaign against Nicola Willis.
Taxpayers’ Union to target Nicola Willis with major campaign on tax and debt - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
Matthew Hooton has extensive experience in political and corporate communications and strategy.
Luxon’s KiwiSaver move is good, now raise the Super age – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-28Matthew Hooton wrote that senior ministers were complaining the Prime Minister was failing to show the country a bold reform programme.
Christopher Luxon dismisses leadership speculation, vows to lead National into 2026 electionNew Zealand· 2025-11-23
Matthew Hooton discusses the need for a reshuffle at the highest levels of Government.
Reshuffle needed at highest levels of Government – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-20
Political commentator Matthew Hooton weighed in on the so-called 'brain drain', telling news.com.au the current Government is failing to correct the 'deep malaise' developing in New Zealand.
Kiwi earning $34k more in Australia says New Zealand’s economic woes sad to watchNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
Matthew Hooton discusses the implications of the IPCA report and various political figures' actions in New Zealand.
Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiries – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Matthew Hooton discusses the importance of leadership in building consensus for policy change in New Zealand.
Leadership, not working groups, build consensus for policy change – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-06
Matthew Hooton is a lobbyist whose firm Brooke van Velden worked for after university.
Meet Brooke van Velden – the minister loathed by unions and loved by businessNew Zealand· 2025-10-26
Matthew Hooton discusses the challenges facing New Zealand's economy and Labour's election policies.
Future Fund flop: Labour struggles to sell first major election policy - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-10-23
Matthew Hooton wrote a column speculating about Luxon's leadership failings.
Christopher Luxon leadership speculation: Why rolling a PM is so rare - Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-09-08
Matthew Hooton discusses the distraction of race debates from economic issues in New Zealand.
Pointless foreshore debate a distraction from economic crisis – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-08-08
Matthew Hooton discusses Labour's political challenges in the context of New Zealand's economy.
Labour’s chance to distance itself from Te Pāti Māori - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-07-17
Matthew Hooton discusses the case for abolishing regional councils in New Zealand.
The case for abolishing regional councils in NZ – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-07-10
From the wild fossil-fuelled rhetoric of Shane Jones, through the sombre neoliberal warnings of Nicola Willis, to the apocalyptic forecasting of Matthew Hooton.
The rise of a New York socialist and the challenge to Labour here - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-07-08
Matthew Hooton discusses the need for cuts in New Zealand's superannuation system.
NZ Super needs to be cut now - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-07-03
Matthew Hooton's name has been touted for a possible board position at TVNZ or RNZ.
Paul Henry set to join TVNZ board in major shake-up; Hayley Holt’s new business career; Good magazine shelved; Dame Jacinda Ardern book sales, can she surpass Richie McCaw? – Media InsiderNew Zealand· 2025-06-26
Matthew Hooton has over 30 years’ experience in political and corporate communications and strategy for clients in Australasia, Asia, Europe and North America.
Labour’s Te Pāti Māori problem amid election positioning, polls - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-06-05
Hooton is a columnist for the NZ Herald and has worked in political and corporate communications and strategy for clients including the National Party.
Don Brash v Matthew Hooton defamation case: High Court hears Brash wants ‘unreserved apology’New Zealand· 2025-06-04
Matthew Hooton is compared to a neoliberal John Lennon in a critique of his views.
Letters: What David Seymour could learn from brave 8-year-old; Run it straight ban a no-brainerNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
Matthew Hooton has over 30 years’ experience in political and corporate communications and strategy for clients in Australasia, Asia, Europe and North America.
Budget reveals we’re going broke faster than we knew – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-05-22
Matthew Hooton’s novel is an emotive and richly told tale of grief and loss.
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Australia· 2025-05-20
