Ron Mark returns to NZ First, Winston Peters unveils $45,000 grant to encourage more births

Adam PearseDeputy Political Editor·NZ Herald·2 Aug, 2026 02:00 AM4 mins to read‌Former New Zealand First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party as a candidate. Photo / Sylvie Whinray Former New Zealand First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party as a candidate. Photo / Sylvie Whinray Former New Zealand First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party and will contest this year’s election as a candidate. Mark’s candidacy has been announced at NZ First leader Winston Peters’ public meeting today in Masterton.

It comes as Peters unveils new election policy proposing to create a

Ron Mark returns to NZ First, Winston Peters unveils $45,000 grant to encourage more births

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