Barry Soper

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Barry Soper is a seasoned political correspondent who provides insights and analyses on current New Zealand political events, including the recent debates between political leaders Chris Luxon and David Seymour.

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New Zealand: Barry Soper is a political correspondent whose new book covers his career at Parliament across 12 prime ministers. 6

Alan Sunderland John Allen Benedict Collins Maiki Sherman Andrew Barclay Paul Goldsmith Jodi O Donnell Brodie Kane Gracie Hitchcock Caitlin Marett Tegan Yorwarth Barbara Dreaver Charlotte Glennie Sally Wenley Jared Savage Gregor Paul Steve Braunias Dylan Cleaver Mike Mcroberts Lisette Reymer Renee Rowland Andrew Gourdie Robert Scott Janine Fenwick Shayne Currie

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Media Insider: TVNZ news review – why report will remain secret; TVNZ CEO steps into crime story; Brodie Kane on podcast break-up

New Zealand: Barry Soper's new book covers his career at Parliament across 12 prime ministers. 6

Alan Sunderland John Allen Benedict Collins Maiki Sherman Andrew Barclay Paul Goldsmith Jodi O Donnell Tova O Brien Brodie Kane Gracie Hitchcock Caitlin Marett Tegan Yorwarth Barbara Dreaver Charlotte Glennie Sally Wenley Paddy Gower Mike Hosking Lisette Reymer Renee Rowland Andrew Gourdie Robert Scott Janine Fenwick Shayne Currie

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Media Insider: TVNZ news review – why report will remain secret; TVNZ CEO on crime story, Tova’s start and World Cup; Brodie Kane on podcast break-up; journalists pour hearts into new books

New Zealand: Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent who coined the nickname 'Crusher Collins'. 6

Judith Collins Chelsea Daniels

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Judith ‘Crusher’ Collins to exit the Beehive – The Front Page

New Zealand: Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his impactful career in New Zealand politics. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: No March cut expected for US federal funds rate as committee votes 10-2 to hold

New Zealand: Barry Soper is with us to unpack a career defined by survival, scandal, comebacks, and crushing presence in New Zealand politics. 6

Judith Collins Ryan Bridge

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Judith Collins joins Ryan Bridge Today to discuss her retirement

New Zealand: Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his significant presence in New Zealand politics. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Report: Housing confidence rises in 2026

New Zealand: Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent known for his impactful career in New Zealand politics. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: 'There's been a shift': Tragedy has brought Mount community together

New Zealand: Barry Soper is a senior political correspondent who reported on the careers of 13 prime ministers, including Jim Bolger. 5

Jim Bolger Jenny Shipley Brian Mulroney Winston Peters Doug Graham Chelsea Daniels

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Jim Bolger remembered as a ‘really good bloke’ after death aged 90 – The Front Page

New Zealand: Barry Soper is mentioned as Heather du Plessis-Allan's husband and fellow broadcaster. 6

Heather Du Plessis Allan Jacinda Ardern Christopher Luxon Donald Trump Mike Hosking Shayne Currie

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Media Insider podcast: Heather du Plessis-Allan on Jacinda Ardern, Christopher Luxon and her future broadcasting aspirations

New Zealand: Barry Soper is now Auckland-based and ZB’s senior political correspondent. 5

Jason Walls Katie Bradford Will Maisey Nadia Tolich Shayne Currie

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Media Insider: Newstalk ZB political editor Jason Walls to join TVNZ as business correspondent, replacing Katie Bradford