
Wayne Mapp
Wayne Mapp is a former New Zealand politician who served as Minister of Defence and is known for his involvement in various political debates and discussions, including his participation in the inaugural Keith Locke Memorial Debate on regional peace and security.
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Ex-Defence Minister Wayne Mapp pushes back on US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth’s ‘freeloading’ claim.
Ex-Defence Minister Wayne Mapp pushes back on US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth’s ‘freeloading’ claimThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2026-06-01
Wayne Mapp defended himself eloquently during the inquiry into Operation Burnham.
Thomas Coughlan: Jacinda Ardern right not to front Covid-19 inquiryThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-08-14
Leading the affirmative is former Defence Minister Wayne Mapp.
Chris Hipkins gets the pip over ram raids; Tamatha Paul takes the bait on law and order – Audrey YoungThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-07-04





















