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
2 wks
Reach
19,289
Power
840$
Sentiment
5.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 2 5.50 0.33% +20% 4,822,233 19,289 $210,000 840$
Totals 2 4,822,233 19,289 $210,000 840$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson said people who could pay the welfare assistance back should do so. 6

Upston Mariameno Kapa Kingi Takuta Ferris Julia Gabel
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Labour asks Govt to exempt abuse in care survivors, people in hardship from MSD debt law change

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson disputes the characterisation of the funding situation, stating that it was never promised. 5

Tama Potaka Greg Fleming David Macleod Steve Abel Georgie Dansey Paulo Garcia Rima Nakhle Dana Kirkpatrick Oriini Kaipara Adrian Rurawhe Jan Tinetti Reikura Kahi Julia Gabel
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Cross-party MPs urge Government to increase Whakaata Māori funding

New Zealand New Zealand: Jackson defended his wife Tania Rangiheuea against personal attacks and expressed gratitude for the support received. 8

Tania Rangiheuea Matt Mccarten Mike Tukaki Mike Treen Gerry Brownlee Chris Hipkins Dame Temuranga June Batley Jackson
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: MUMA bullying allegations: CEO on extended leave, Matt McCarten says behaviour has changed

New Zealand New Zealand: Willie Jackson is co-chair of the Māori caucus and has had a falling out with Peeni Henare. 5

Peeni Henare Thomas Coughlan Chris Hipkins Shane Jones Winston Peters David Parker Phil Twyford Jacinda Ardern Narendra Modi Xi Jinping Tau Henare Moko Tepania Willow Jean Prime
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: What’s behind Peeni Henare’s decision to quit, and the Government’s plan to welcome a very powerful visitor – Thomas Coughlan

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

Alan Moorhouse Tony Trotter John Veysey Katherine Edmond Steve Fisher Tim Brott Kate Broadbent Dan Henry Frank Torley Elsie Jane Westhead Sir Tim Wallis Geoff Ross Justine Ross Shayne Currie
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

Louisa Wall Jennie Wyllie Dame Noeline Taurua Matt Whineray Nathan Limm
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

Matt Mccarten Chris Hipkins Gerry Brownlee Tania Rangiheuea Dame Temuranga June Batley Jackson Mike Tukaki Deborah Mahuta Coyle Mike Hinton Pauline Kingi Ella Henry Jerome Mika Kiri Skipworth Audrey Young
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

Jennie Wyllie Matt Whineray Nicola Compton Noeline Taurua Mark Mitchell Raelene Castle Nathan Limm
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

Noeline Taurua Nicola Compton Bryan Stronach Whaitiri Mark Mitchell Nathan Limm
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Dame Noeline Taurua: Politician joins push for Netball New Zealand board overhaul