Simon Bridges

Simon Bridges

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Simon Bridges is a prominent New Zealand politician and former leader of the National Party, known for his articulate communication skills and leadership during challenging political times. He served as Minister of Transport and Minister of Energy and Resources before becoming the Leader of the Opposition. Bridges has been a key player in New Zealand politics, navigating party dynamics and public sentiment, and continues to influence the National Party's direction even after stepping down from leadership.

Born on Oct 12, 1977 (48 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
19,130
Power
833$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
New Zealand 4 6.00 0.33% +20% 4,822,233 19,130 $210,000 833$
Totals 4 4,822,233 19,130 $210,000 833$
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Recent Mentions

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is the chief executive of the Auckland Business Chamber and was the leader of the National Party from 2018 to 2020. 7

Michael Laws Paul Henry Trevor Mallard Ann Widdecombe
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: As Leader of the Opposition, I didn’t feel safe. The murder of a former UK MP validates such fears - Simon Bridges

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges discusses the complexities of US-China relations and their impact on New Zealand. 5

Donald Trump Nicola Willis Jared Novelly Jacinda Ardern Joe Biden Christopher Luxon Phil Twyford
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Donald Trump entrances me. But compartmentalising our US loyalties with China trade is tricky – Simon Bridges

New Zealand New Zealand: Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges is worried, on behalf of small and medium-sized businesses, that rising contribution rates might be too much for some firms to bear. 5

Liam Dann Eric Crampton
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Time for a bipartisan approach: Why Labour should get on board with compulsory KiwiSaver – Liam Dann

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is the chief executive of the Auckland Business Chamber and was the leader of the National Party from 2018 to 2020. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Compulsory 12% KiwiSaver’s a bad idea, despite what the chattering classes say – Simon Bridges

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is a former Minister of Energy and Resources and leader of the National Party. 7

The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Why NZ needs bold energy reform this election – Simon Bridges

New Zealand New Zealand: Bridges is noted for his past failures as opposition leader but is suggested to be a better Prime Minister than Luxon or Hipkins. 6

Christopher Luxon Chris Hipkins Jacinda Ardern
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Luxon, Hipkins and 17 years of drift leaving living standards stagnant – Matthew Hooton

New Zealand New Zealand: Chief executive Simon Bridges says the change fills a gap. 8

Goldsmith Mitchell
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Government move-on orders: Police to target begging and rough sleeping

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges is referenced as a politician who did not achieve leadership despite his potential. 5

Duncan Garner Erica Stanford Kane Stanford Murray Mccully Helen Clark John Key Michael Cullen Winston Peters Bill English Jenny Shipley Jim Bolger Don Brash Stephen Joyce Jacinda Ardern Christopher Luxon Simon Power Todd Muller Simon Upton Doug Graham Amy Adams
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Duncan Garner: Exclusive, my night out on the town with Erica Stanford

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges challenged Luxon to clarify his approach during a business event. 5

Christopher Luxon Chris Hipkins Phil Goff Winston Peters Todd Mcclay Judith Collins Mark Carney Anthony Albanese Malcolm Turnbull
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Why Christopher Luxon is betting on the Indo-Pacific over Trump’s Gaza offer – Fran O’Sullivan

New Zealand New Zealand: Simon Bridges was Judith Collins' rival for the leadership of the National Party and supported her in some decisions. 5

Judith Collins Helen Clark Nicky Hager Don Brash Christopher Luxon Nicola Willis Phil Goff Cameron Slater Todd Muller
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Outrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith Collins