Simon Bridges

Simon Bridges

politician New Zealand

Simon Bridges is a prominent New Zealand politician and former leader of the National Party, known for his articulate communication skills and leadership during challenging political times. He served as Minister of Transport and Minister of Energy and Resources before becoming the Leader of the Opposition. Bridges has been a key player in New Zealand politics, navigating party dynamics and public sentiment, and continues to influence the National Party's direction even after stepping down from leadership.

Born on Oct 12, 1977 (48 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
18,944
Power
825$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 4 6.00 0.36% +10% 4,822,233 18,944 $210,000 825$
Totals 4 4,822,233 18,944 $210,000 825$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges was one of the leaders changed by the National Party in a short time. 5

Christopher Luxon Bruce Cotterill Winston Peters Todd Mclay Nikki Kaye Chris Hipkins Bill English John Key Helen Clark Judith Collins Jack Marshall Norman Kirk Rob Muldoon David Lange Geoffrey Palmer Mike Moore Jim Bolger
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Christopher Luxon leadership: Why National would be ‘nuts’ to roll him - Bruce Cotterill

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is referenced as the finance spokesperson who departed from his role due to Luxon's tax-cut promises. 5

Nicola Willis Matthew Hooton Christopher Luxon David Lange Sir Roger Douglas Helen Clark Sir Michael Cullen Sir Bill English Jacinda Ardern Sir John Key Jim Bolger Richardson Sir William Birch Michael Reddell Williams
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Taxpayers’ Union to target Nicola Willis with major campaign on tax and debt - Matthew Hooton

New Zealand New Zealand: Former National leader and Auckland Chamber of Commerce chief executive Simon Bridges said Government efforts to keep downward pressure on rates were positive. 7

Wayne Brown Daniel Newman Watts Phil Goff Chris Hipkins Cameron Bagrie
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown clashes with Government over rates cap and impact on City Rail Link

New Zealand New Zealand: Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges said. 7

Cameron Bagrie Stephen Wu Rob Clark Liam Dann
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: How low will they go? Reserve Bank to cut rate today, but will the banks pass it on? – Inside Economics

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is considering Rabbits' request regarding the safety of cardan shaft brakes. 5

Rabbits Graeme Erin Woolley Louisa Cleave Jimmy Ellingham Michael Hargreaves Steve Bullot
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Father of workplace death victim fighting NZTA over ‘inherently unsafe’ brakes in 70,000 vehicles

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges asked Coster if he was a 'wokester' during the Justice Select Committee. 5

Andrew Coster Jevon Mcskimming Judith Collins Mark Mitchell Nicola Willis Brian Roche
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Thomas Coughlan: Andrew Coster is on borrowed time as CEO of Social Investment Agency

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges was the then-minister of labour who supported creating a system for health and safety as an investment in good business practice. 6

Brooke Van Velden Rob Jager Phil Parkes Karyn Beattie Michael Wood Carmel Sepuloni Ross Wilson
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: 29 deaths at Pike River sparked workplace safety reforms – why are they now being dismantled?

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges was the former National leader alongside Paula Bennett before they were replaced in Parliament. 5

Paula Bennett Robyn Malcolm Guy Williams Todd Muller Nikki Kaye Michael Hill Bill Edgar Chloe Swarbrick Marama Davidson
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Paula Bennett on swapping Parliament for podcasting

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges branded the new tax entirely unnecessary, arguing that it would simply go straight to the Beehive. 4

Stuart Nash Kelvin Davis Matt Doocey Louise Upston Glyn Lewers Karen Morgan Christopher Luxon Simon Upton Willis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Special investigation: What tourist levies are really being spent on

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges, CEO of Auckland Business Chamber, expressed the need for a stronger opposition. 6

Chris Hipkins Jacinda Ardern Damian Pedreschi Christopher Luxon Edmonds Kieran Mcanulty Ginny Andersen Megan Woods Ayesha Verrall Carmel Sepuloni Willie Jackson Jan Tinetti Willow Jean Prime
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Hipkins rated 2/5 by CEOs in Mood of the Boardroom survey