Paul Goldsmith.
New Zealand politician
- Reports this week
- 4
- Active events
- 2
- Connections
- 35
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Paul Goldsmith introduced legislation concerning public order powers in Parliament.Some support2 reports
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Legislative efforts to change stalking laws, involving Ruth Money, Kanwarpal Singh, and Paul Goldsmith, resulted in a death on May 26th.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A new anti-stalking law has been reported successful in reducing serious harassment cases.Some support1 report
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Paul Goldsmith, a minister, is handling multiple portfolios as part of ongoing government reform efforts.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Government initiatives, including the Govt.nz app, were launched on January 1st to improve public safety infrastructure, involving Paul Goldsmith.Some support1 report
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Gerry Brownlee was responsible for precinct rules during protests and defended the government's stance on treaty bills.Some support1 report
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Labour leader Chris Hipkins and others committed to reinstating Pay Equity and criticized cost-cutting in NZ services.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Conflict closures and rising fuel prices are raising concerns about the delivery of an upcoming election.Some support1 report
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Paul Goldsmith announced changes impacting the sector associated with Carolyn Young.Some support4 reports
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Paul Goldsmith, Russell Harrison, and others were involved in an FBI sting operation and subsequent internal reviews.Some support2 reports
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Camilla Belich announced proposed legal reforms regarding sexual consent and challenged the National Party over slow legal reform.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Paul Goldsmith, in his capacity as PM, attributed legislative delays to the full agenda.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Around Paul Goldsmith this week
News at the entities that move Paul Goldsmith most-
Ministry of Justice StructuralThe government is establishing the Inspector-General of Police office, with the Ministry of Justice advising on legislation, following a scandal.Moves Paul Goldsmith
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parliament StructuralParliament discussed an amendment to the anti-corruption act on August 6, 2026.Moves Paul Goldsmith
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Crown StructuralLocal developments in Sydney include Crown land cemetery management, discussions on urban growth, and plans to convert a club in Lidcombe.Moves Paul Goldsmith
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government StructuralJohn Cummins, representing the government, attended a local funeral service on October 19, 2026.Moves Paul Goldsmith
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National StructuralGreens expands mining operations in Waihi while National and Chris Bishop support Waikato's economic and infrastructure growth.Moves Paul Goldsmith
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Damien O'Connor OperationalDamien O'Connor toppled Maureen Pugh in 2023, and Katie Milne is currently standing for the National party.Moves Paul Goldsmith
Connections
The 26 strongest of 35, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
parliament Structural
Paul Goldsmith serves as a ministerial member whose actions, including delivering legislation and speeches, are conducted within the institutional framework of Parliament.
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Ministry of Justice Structural
Paul Goldsmith holds the formal position of Minister of Justice within the Ministry of Justice.
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Crown Structural
Paul Goldsmith serves as the Treaty Negotiations Minister representing the Crown.
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Andrew Kibblewhite Transactional
Kibblewhite offered an apology to Goldsmith regarding events of August 2026.
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Kim Dotcom Transactional
Paul Goldsmith made the final decision regarding the extradition case involving Kim Dotcom.
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government Structural
Paul Goldsmith holds a functional role appointed by the government to represent and execute its policy and negotiating positions.
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Chris Penk Structural
Goldsmith succeeded Penk in their professional portfolio.
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Ministry of Justice Structural
Paul Goldsmith holds the role of Minister of Justice.
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Marama Davidson Operational
Goldsmith actively criticizes the political actions and engagement of Davidson's party.
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Carolyn Young Operational
Paul Goldsmith's legislative changes directly influence and are opposed by Carolyn Young's organization.
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National Structural
Paul Goldsmith serves as the justice spokesperson for National.
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Debbie Francis Operational
Goldsmith is involved in a review process that includes Francis.
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Fiji Transactional
Paul Goldsmith traveled to Fiji for a scheduled official meeting.
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Cameron Brewer Operational
The two individuals are partners in advocating for copyright law modernization.
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Nancy Lu Shared context
Both individuals share the professional context of being National Party Members of Parliament.
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Chlöe Swarbrick Operational
Paul Goldsmith publicly criticized the Green Party's focus on gangs.
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Electoral Commission Operational
The Electoral Commission seeks and receives expert advice from Paul Goldsmith regarding the protection of electoral systems from AI threats.
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Brian Roche Structural
Paul Goldsmith instructed Brian Roche to write guidance.
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Public Service Commission Transactional
A directive from a Minister tasks the Public Service Commission with reviewing the work/domain of Paul Goldsmith.
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high court Operational
Paul Goldsmith's plans are subject to challenges and jurisdiction within the High Court.
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Mongrel Mentioned together
Paul Goldsmith publicly criticized Mongrel's association with the Greens.
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Fonterra Mentioned together
Entities are co-mentioned in the context of the government and industry, but no direct coupling is observed in the evidence.
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Damien O'Connor Operational
Damien O'Connor criticized Paul Goldsmith's performance.
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Iraia Mentioned together
Evidence is insufficient to establish a direct relationship between Iraia and Paul Goldsmith.
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Auckland Council Mentioned together
The single snapshot describes the Auckland Council debating a government bill, but does not explicitly link Paul Goldsmith to this activity.
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Christopher Luxon Shared context
Both entities operate within the context of the New Zealand political sphere.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
2 eventsSeptember 2026
7 events- Fiji hosted multiple bilateral meetings with countries including PNG, Chile, Australia, and France, attended by Paul Goldsmith.
- Paul Goldsmith introduced legislation concerning public order powers in Parliament.
- A new anti-stalking law has been reported successful in reducing serious harassment cases.
- Paul Goldsmith, a minister, is handling multiple portfolios as part of ongoing government reform efforts.
- Government initiatives, including the Govt.nz app, were launched on January 1st to improve public safety infrastructure, involving Paul Goldsmith.
- Gerry Brownlee was responsible for precinct rules during protests and defended the government's stance on treaty bills.
- Labour leader Chris Hipkins and others committed to reinstating Pay Equity and criticized cost-cutting in NZ services.
August 2026
3 events- Conflict closures and rising fuel prices are raising concerns about the delivery of an upcoming election.
- Paul Goldsmith announced changes impacting the sector associated with Carolyn Young.
- Paul Goldsmith, Russell Harrison, and others were involved in an FBI sting operation and subsequent internal reviews.