A Cross-Party Panel on Lobbying Reform

47th out of 47 in the OECD for lobbying transparency. What commitments is each party willing to make?

From commercial influence on public health policies to undisclosed access to decision-makers, Aotearoa’s lack of lobbying rules leaves our political system vulnerable to unchecked corporate influence.

As part of Health Coalition Aotearoa’s campaign—Let’s Level the Lobbying Playing Field—and building on our Prevention Brief 2026, this online panel brings together political representatives from across Parliament to answer a critical question: What specific commitments is your party willing to make to fix lobbying in Aotearoa?

Confirmed Panel Representing:

• ACT Party
• NZ First
• NZ Labour Party
• Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
• The Opportunities Party (TOP)
• Te Pāti Māori

The session will be moderated by Georgie Craw.