Todd McClay

Todd McClay

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Todd McClay is the Member of Parliament for Rotorua and has defended the police's enforcement actions during 'Operation Trolley', stating they were necessary for upholding the law. He has been involved in local politics and community issues, often emphasizing the balance between safety and support for vulnerable populations.

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Todd McClay stated he had confidence in the Prime Minister, Luxon.

National MPs to gather at Parliament to discuss Christopher Luxon’s leadership
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-11
6.0

McClay accused Peters of spreading misinformation.

Helen Clark’s ‘restraint’ lesson for Christopher Luxon - Fran O’Sullivan
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
4.0

Senior MP Todd McClay told Newstalk ZB this morning a referendum was a 'very good idea'.

National MP Paul Goldsmith says MMP referendum ‘of course’ party policy, other MPs say just Luxon’s view
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
6.0

Todd McClay is mentioned as one of the ministers in Christopher Luxon's Cabinet.

PM Christopher Luxon says he’d hold referendum on MMP if re-elected
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
6.0

Todd McClay oversees the operation of the AIP scheme within Invest NZ.

Invest NZ axes US, Europe staff and drops Active Investor Plus visa roadshows
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-08-05
6.0

Todd McClay attended a public meeting with Prime Minister Luxon.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Winston Peters’ comments about Chinese-born MP were racist
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-31
5.0

Todd McClay attended the opening as Rotorua’s MP and Minister for Agriculture, Forestry, and Trade and Investment.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon opens new Rotorua Red Stag manufacturing facility - On The Up
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-31
8.0

McClay is the MP for Rotorua and has been praised by Luxon for his contributions to the country.

Christopher Luxon in Rotorua: Minister Todd McClay gets between Luxon and angry local at public meeting
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
8.0

Todd McClay denied that Peters' comments would impact the relationship with China.

China raises Winston Peters’ ‘racist’ comments with MFAT, urges NZ to respect relationship
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
5.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay has made a decent fist of hosing down Peters’ concerns.

NZ First’s candidate conundrum and how it will shape its next caucus - Adam Pearse
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
6.0

Todd McClay is mentioned as the Trade Minister engaged in outreach efforts.

How the Government’s global grocery search stalled with multiple firms declining contact
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-17
7.0

Todd McClay is the Trade Minister discussing trade negotiations with Switzerland.

Swiss trade deal in NZ sights, Trade Minister Todd McClay set to reveal
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-16
7.0

Todd McClay hits back at Winston Peters’ India FTA criticism.

Listen to The Country: Todd McClay hits back at Winston Peters’ India FTA criticism
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-15
6.0

Fonterra, in a statement attributed to Simon Tucker, Group Director Global External Affairs, says the farmer-owned dairy co-operative acknowledges the 'considerable' efforts of trade minister Todd McClay and officials on behalf of dairy.

India-NZ free trade deal offers limited gains for dairy, brighter for meat
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-11
7.0

Todd McClay, Trade and Investment Minister, has purview over Invest NZ.

Tax settings risk undermining Government’s golden visa success
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-08
6.0

McClay touted the 13 countries and their inhabitants as 'New Zealand’s next billion customers'.

Election 2026: National pledges new trade deals with seven economies if re-elected
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-07-05
8.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay said he was cautiously optimistic about global trade tensions easing.

NZ businesses boost China investment despite tougher market
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-26
6.0
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Todd McClay, the Trade Minister, received various gifts according to Parliament’s register of pecuniary interests.

$200 All Blacks jersey gifted to Marco Rubio from Foreign Minister Winston Peters
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-06-23
7.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay last week said considerable uncertainty remained around the tariffs’ impact on New Zealand exporters.

PM Christopher Luxon says rough sleeping crackdown will give tourists safer holiday in NZ
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-22
5.0

Todd McClay, the Trade Minister, stated that the investment is a commitment to promote investment rather than an explicit promise.

India’s High Commissioner to NZ says $33b investment an ‘aspiration’ in free trade agreement, Winston Peters says it’s ‘hard commitment’
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-19
5.0

Rotorua MP Todd McClay criticized the previous Government for overspending on the motel for emergency housing.

Kāinga Ora to sell Fenton St, Rotorua transitional housing site after $11m spend
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-11
3.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay has been questioned about the clarity of the 5000 TEE visas.

Fact or fiction: Who’s telling the truth on the India Free Trade Agreement?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-10
5.0

Todd McClay is the Trade and Investment Minister who was present during discussions about the fashion industry.

Government Backs New Zealand Fashion Week 2026 With Events Boost Fund
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-10
6.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay is involved in discussions regarding the India Free Trade Agreement.

Trade Minister Todd McClay standing by his India Free Trade Agreement claims as others point out contradictions
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-09
5.0

The Minister of Trade, Todd McClay, has stated that there are no rights for immigration in the agreement.

India free trade deal: What Winston Peters gets wrong on visas - Richard Prebble
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-05
5.0

Trade Minister Todd McClay recently visited Tata’s campus in Mumbai during their March trade trip to India.

Warehouse Group cuts 270 head office jobs, plans to outsource roles overseas
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-03
7.0

Todd McClay has formed strong international relationships as Trade Minister.

Why Christopher Luxon is betting on the Indo-Pacific over Trump’s Gaza offer – Fran O’Sullivan
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-31
6.0

Todd McClay is noted for being overseas frequently and achieving an FTA with India.

Letters: Where are the people against the Iranian regime?
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-17
7.0