2930 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Defence

Written Question

Published date: 19 Feb 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	2930 (2026)
Question asked:	03 Feb 2026
Member asking:	Camilla Belich
Portfolio:	Minister of Defence
Minister replying:	Hon Judith Collins
Answer received:	12 Feb 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_02930_2026
Document guid:	20037616-0236-4abc-b9ae-2b666cedfd66

2930 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Defence: What categories of sexual harassment allegations have been recorded in each calendar year since 2015 in relation to any staff, employees, secondees, contractors, or office holders for whom the Minister has responsibility in connection with the portfolio, broken down by type of allegation, if any?

Hon Judith Collins: The Ministry of Defence had none. The categories previously referenced by the New Zealand Defence Force during any disciplinary processes have included inappropriate jokes or sexualised remarks, unwanted physical contact, inappropriate digital communication, unprofessional and unwelcome behaviour, and unwanted advances.