Willie Jackson

Willie Jackson

politician New Zealand

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.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
8,938
Power
389$
Sentiment
4.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 2 4.50 0.19% +0% 4,822,233 8,938 $210,000 389$
Totals 2 4,822,233 8,938 $210,000 389$
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New Zealand New Zealand: The campaign executive includes senior MP Willie Jackson. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Election 2026 campaign teams: Who is running National, Labour, Greens, Act, and NZ First’s fight for votes

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson criticized TVNZ for failing to showcase New Zealand's true identity in relation to Country Calendar. 4

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: A date with Country Calendar: A day on the farm and behind the scenes of New Zealand’s longest-running and most popular TV show

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson labelled Wyllie a 'sacrificial lamb' and called for board chair Matt Whineray to make himself available to media. 3

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Louisa Wall: Former Silver Fern and Labour MP calls for independent review of Netball NZ’s lack of transparency after Jennie Wyllie resignation

New Zealand New Zealand: Jackson has not commented publicly on the allegations made by McCarten. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Loyalty and betrayal: Inside the struggle between Matt McCarten and Willie Jackson

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson labels ex-CEO Jennie Wyllie ‘sacrificial lamb’ and criticizes the Netball NZ board. 3

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Labour MP Willie Jackson labels ex-CEO Jennie Wyllie ‘sacrificial lamb’, slams Netball NZ board

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson called for Sports Minister Mark Mitchell to freeze NNZ’s funding until there was clarity about the suspension of Taurua. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Dame Noeline Taurua: Politician joins push for Netball New Zealand board overhaul

New Zealand New Zealand: Former broadcaster and Labour MP since 2017, Willie Jackson declared three family homes. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: MP property rich list: Our MPs have stakes in a combined $379 million of property - who owns the most?

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson is a member of the Labour party involved in a political debate. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Government under pressure: National's Paul Goldsmith and Labour's Willie Jackson go head to head

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson confirms Labour's plans to repeat its 2017 clean sweep of Māori seats. 6

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Plain-talking IPCA report sets standard for other inquiries – Matthew Hooton

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson, Labour’s most senior Māori MP, had no issue if Te Pāti Māori is out of Parliament. 5

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The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Labour expresses no concern if Te Pāti Māori destroyed at 2026 election, Willie Jackson says party will try to ‘take them out’