Willie Jackson
Willie Jackson is a prominent New Zealand politician and broadcaster known for his advocacy on Māori issues and social justice. As a member of the Labour Party, he has served in various roles, including Minister of Māori Development. Jackson has been a vocal critic of policies he perceives as detrimental to Māori rights and has actively participated in debates regarding the Treaty of Waitangi. His recent comments regarding Richard Prebble's resignation from the Waitangi Tribunal highlight his commitment to ensuring accountability in governance and protecting the rights of Māori communities.
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Willie Jackson said people who could pay the welfare assistance back should do so.
Labour asks Govt to exempt abuse in care survivors, people in hardship from MSD debt law change
New Zealand· 2026-03-03
Willie Jackson disputes the characterisation of the funding situation, stating that it was never promised.
Cross-party MPs urge Government to increase Whakaata Māori fundingNew Zealand· 2026-02-27
Jackson defended his wife Tania Rangiheuea against personal attacks and expressed gratitude for the support received.
MUMA bullying allegations: CEO on extended leave, Matt McCarten says behaviour has changedNew Zealand· 2026-02-18
Willie Jackson is co-chair of the Māori caucus and has had a falling out with Peeni Henare.
What’s behind Peeni Henare’s decision to quit, and the Government’s plan to welcome a very powerful visitor – Thomas CoughlanNew Zealand· 2026-02-07
The campaign executive includes senior MP Willie Jackson.
Election 2026 campaign teams: Who is running National, Labour, Greens, Act, and NZ First’s fight for votesNew Zealand· 2026-01-26
Willie Jackson criticized TVNZ for failing to showcase New Zealand's true identity in relation to Country Calendar.
A date with Country Calendar: A day on the farm and behind the scenes of New Zealand’s longest-running and most popular TV showNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
Willie Jackson labelled Wyllie a 'sacrificial lamb' and called for board chair Matt Whineray to make himself available to media.
Louisa Wall: Former Silver Fern and Labour MP calls for independent review of Netball NZ’s lack of transparency after Jennie Wyllie resignationNew Zealand· 2025-12-19
Jackson has not commented publicly on the allegations made by McCarten.
Loyalty and betrayal: Inside the struggle between Matt McCarten and Willie JacksonNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Willie Jackson labels ex-CEO Jennie Wyllie ‘sacrificial lamb’ and criticizes the Netball NZ board.
Labour MP Willie Jackson labels ex-CEO Jennie Wyllie ‘sacrificial lamb’, slams Netball NZ boardNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Willie Jackson called for Sports Minister Mark Mitchell to freeze NNZ’s funding until there was clarity about the suspension of Taurua.
Dame Noeline Taurua: Politician joins push for Netball New Zealand board overhaulNew Zealand· 2025-12-17
Former broadcaster and Labour MP since 2017, Willie Jackson declared three family homes.
MP property rich list: Our MPs have stakes in a combined $379 million of property - who owns the most?New Zealand· 2025-11-23
Willie Jackson is a member of the Labour party involved in a political debate.
Government under pressure: National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson go head to headNew Zealand· 2025-11-21
Willie Jackson confirms Labour's plans to repeat its 2017 clean sweep of Māori seats.
Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiries – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-11-13
Willie Jackson, Labour’s most senior Māori MP, had no issue if Te Pāti Māori is out of Parliament.
Labour expresses no concern if Te Pāti Māori destroyed at 2026 election, Willie Jackson says party will try to ‘take them out’New Zealand· 2025-11-10
Labour MP Willie Jackson is present at the funeral for Jim Bolger.
Former PM Jim Bolger farewelled in official funeralNew Zealand· 2025-10-22
Willie Jackson is filling in for Kieran McAnulty at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference.
‘Crowbar Chlöe’: Winston Peters goes nuclear over attack on home – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-10-08
Willie Jackson is a senior Labour MP who has praised Mariameno Kapa-Kingi's contributions in Parliament.
MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi - in the thick of Māori party troublesNew Zealand· 2025-10-07
Stanford responded to the claims during a panel with Labour’s Willie Jackson.
Education Minister Erica Stanford fires back at team player critique after survey ranks her topNew Zealand· 2025-09-25
Willie Jackson appointed Alastair Carruthers as TVNZ chair for three years from July 2023.
Media Insider: TVNZ chair Alastair Carruthers stepping down early; The Traitors Australia defects to NZ; Ex-Herald editor urges Media Council to review cold-case story rulingNew Zealand· 2025-09-25
Willie Jackson, in charge of Māori development, rates 1.78/5.
Hipkins rated 2/5 by CEOs in Mood of the Boardroom surveyNew Zealand· 2025-09-23
Willie Jackson labelled Ferris' comments as racist.
Te Pāti Māori delusions and why Labour should rule out a coalition – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2025-09-20
The credibility of campaign manager Shanan Halbert and Labour’s Māori caucus boss Willie Jackson have also taken a hit.
Labour’s Tāmaki Makaurau byelection debacle demands ruling out Te Pāti Māori – Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-09-12
Willie Jackson told the Herald Ferris needed to talk to his co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takuta Ferris takes issue with ‘Indians, Asians, Black, Pākehā’ campaigning for Labour in Tāmaki Makaurau byelectionNew Zealand· 2025-09-04Willie Jackson is a member of the Labour party participating in the Herald NOW panel.
National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson on the Herald NOW panelNew Zealand· 2025-08-29Labour MP Willie Jackson now also appears to no longer have an office benefiting from this perk.
National, Labour earn $200k+ from renting offices to Parliament, Christopher Luxon personally benefitsNew Zealand· 2025-08-28
Labour’s Willie Jackson, also speaking at the third reading, feared that some beneficiaries would have their payments cut off even if they were following all the rules.
Government banks $151m by ending ‘double-dipping’, wiping $100 a week for thousands of struggling householdsNew Zealand· 2025-08-27
Labour MP Willie Jackson engages in discussions about NCEA and emergency alerts.
Herald NOW political panel with Willie Jackson and Erica StanfordNew Zealand· 2025-08-01
Willie Jackson expresses a controversial view on TPM and the need for compromise.
Labour’s chance to distance itself from Te Pāti Māori - Matthew HootonNew Zealand· 2025-07-17
Willie Jackson debates the week's biggest political issues.
Watch: Paul Goldsmith and Willie Jackson debate the week's biggest political issuesNew Zealand· 2025-07-04
Willie Jackson is a fellow Labour MP who supported Chris Hipkins in his comments about NZME.
Media Insider: Matt Chisholm reveals bold new career move; Battle royale brewing within Stuff; Well-known New Zealander injuncts media firm; Chris Hipkins’ dig at NZMENew Zealand· 2025-07-03
