
Nicole McKee
Nicole McKee is an Associate Justice Minister in New Zealand, known for her role in advocating for legislative changes to enhance citizen's arrest powers amid rising concerns about retail theft. As part of the coalition government, she is involved in efforts to amend the Crimes Act 1961, aiming to empower retail staff and the public to detain offenders more easily and safely.
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Associate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced $44.9m to implement the new Arms Act.
Budget 2026: 10 things you need to know, from bank levy to sneaky surplusNicole McKee is an Act MP who has been involved in the appointment process for the MAAG.
How Nicole McKee picked new firearms group members in Paul Goldsmith’s nameNicole McKee is the Associate Justice Minister who commented on the strike rate under the new law.
Three Strikes 2.0 was meant to put away the worst criminals. So far it has barely been usedAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee announced an exemption to anti-money laundering laws to help prevent fraud.
Airfare fraud claims: Minister, travel agents warn of predators targeting elderly, ethnic minoritiesNicole McKee is a justice sector minister engaged in discussions about public safety and homelessness.
‘Move-on’ orders for homeless come as public disorder hits 10-year lowNicole McKee announces gun law changes and discusses the implications of military-style semi-automatics.
Nicole McKee announces gun law changes; invokes rare coalition clause over access to military-style semi-automaticsMcKee is linked to the Government’s wider effort to tackle organised crime and meth-related harm.
Government unveils major meth action plan to tackle organised crimeNicole McKee was rated 2.59/5 for her performance in Courts.
Nicola Willis singles out Sir John Key in Mood of the Boardroom speechAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee recently flagged a ban on crypto ATMs.
Dasset collapse: Good and bad news for customers of failed Auckland cryptocurrency exchangeAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee had planned to reduce off-licence sales from the existing 7am to 11pm.
Stricter sale regulations needed as alcohol harm costs soar - EditorialAssociate Minister of Justice Nicole McKee is currently reforming both the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act and the Firearms Act.
Greg Dixon’s Another Kind of Politics: PM Luxon to lose job to AI chatbotAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said she’s aware of concerns high-strength beer and the potential harm irresponsible consumption posed.
Auckland supermarkets and liquor stores under fire for selling ‘mega strong’ beersAct’s Nicole McKee, the minister responsible for alcohol policy, is working on reform of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act.
Villa Maria adds fatal cancer warning label on bottles sold in IrelandAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee discussed the current rules for opening bank accounts for children.
Watch live: Government to make it easier for parents to open bank accounts for children; David Seymour discusses Regulatory Standards Bill after criticismAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said offenders had been treating trespass notices 'like a joke'.
Government beefing up trespass laws: Fines to double, trespass period extended after minister declares ‘enough is enough’Nicole McKee, formerly a spokesperson for the Council of Licensed Firearms Owners, became an Act MP at the 2023 election.
Auckland gun shop owner illegally sold ammunition and a rifle to unlicensed customers in undercover police stingMinister for Courts Nicole McKee recently praised progress made on the backlogs.
Criminal Bar Association: Court backlog plan failing, adds pressureNicole McKee, the Minister of Justice, commented that the committee's decision was not about the haka itself but about the party's forceful approach.
El Parlamento de Nueva Zelanda le aplicó una suspensión récord a la diputada que se hizo viral por realizar el hakaNicole McKee is an Act Party colleague of David Seymour who contributed to the debate.
Act Party leader David Seymour’s side loses Oxford Union debate, remarks on ‘contrast’ to ‘reprehensible’ Te Pāti Māori actionsNicole McKee stated that the issue was about process rather than the haka itself.
Te Pāti Māori MPs begin suspension for controversial haka after chaotic debateCourts Minister Nicole McKee told the Justice Select Committee last year during the scrutiny week hearings.
Govt pulls funding for rollout of ‘desperately needed’ justice programme before review finishesAssociate Minister for Justice, Nicole McKee said the Improving Arrangements for Surrogacy Bill won’t prevent people from seeking illegal surrogacies abroad.
Babies for sale: New Zealanders commissioning illegal surrogacy in ThailandNicole McKee is the Associate Justice Minister who criticized the gun registry review.
C-bomb brings explosive end to appalling fortnight in politics – Audrey YoungMcKee defended the comparison of guns to ovens and toasters in her Cabinet paper.
‘Ridiculous’ Cabinet paper: Why Firearms Minister Nicole McKee compared guns to ovens and toastersMcKee is focused on delivering on her commitments regarding firearms legislation.
Cabinet Report Card: rating the ministers in half-term review - Audrey YoungAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said it was the responsibility of liquor outlets to work within the law and conditions of their licence.
Five Tauranga liquor stores handed licence suspension after being caught selling to minorsAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee said it was the responsibility of liquor outlets to work within the law and conditions of their licence.
Five Tauranga liquor stores handed licence suspension after being caught selling to minorsMcKee has questioned whether the benefits of the gun registry are worth the costs and remains concerned about public safety.
Firearms Minister Nicole McKee wants the gun registry gone – review says she should keep itAssociate Justice Minister Nicole McKee detailed how current legislation didn’t protect retailers.
Auckland crime: Masked group targets Michael Hill Jewellers in Mānawa Bay mall smash-and-grabThe funding, announced by Brown and Associate Minister of Justice Nicole McKee, will see Heart of the City getting $150,649 each year for the anti-crime measures.
Proceeds of crime funding goes to Auckland CBD: Rest of city misses out on $1.3m







































































































