Conversations With Five New Zealand Prime Ministers

An Exclusive Interview Series

In this exclusive interview series, we sit down with five former Prime Ministers of New Zealand to gain their insights into leadership, policy, and the challenges they faced during their time in office. These conversations offer a unique glimpse into the minds and experiences of some of New Zealand's most influential political figures.

The 9th Floor: Conversations with five New Zealand Prime Ministers

by Alexander Unzicker

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3602 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	302 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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1. Sir Geoffrey Palmer (1989-1990)

Geoffrey Palmer's tenure as Prime Minister was marked by a series of bold reforms, including the of the mixed-member proportional (MMP) electoral system and the privatization of several state-owned enterprises. In our interview, Palmer reflects on these decisions, as well as the challenges he faced in leading the Labour Party through a period of significant change.

2. The Right Hon. Jenny Shipley (1997-1999)

Jenny Shipley became New Zealand's first female Prime Minister in 1997. During her time in office, she oversaw the of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the implementation of a number of social welfare reforms. In our interview, Shipley discusses the challenges of being a woman in politics and the decisions she made as Prime Minister.

3. The Right Hon. Helen Clark (1999-2008)

Helen Clark served as Prime Minister of New Zealand for three consecutive terms, making her the country's longest-serving female Prime Minister. Under her leadership, New Zealand experienced a period of economic growth and social progress. In our interview, Clark reflects on her time in office and the challenges she faced in leading a minority government.

4. The Right Hon. John Key (2008-2016)

John Key led the National Party to three consecutive election victories. During his time as Prime Minister, he oversaw a period of economic recovery following the global financial crisis. In our interview, Key discusses the challenges of leading a country through a recession and the decisions he made to boost the economy.

5. The Right Hon. Jacinda Ardern (2017-2023)

Jacinda Ardern became Prime Minister of New Zealand in 2017. During her time in office, she has led the country through the COVID-19 pandemic and implemented a number of progressive policies, including the of a "wellbeing budget." In our interview, Ardern discusses the challenges of leading a country during a global crisis and her vision for New Zealand's future.

These five interviews offer a fascinating glimpse into the minds and experiences of some of New Zealand's most influential political figures. They provide a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of leadership and offer valuable insights into the complex world of politics.

The 9th Floor: Conversations with five New Zealand Prime Ministers

by Alexander Unzicker

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3602 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	302 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE