5447 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage

Written Question

Published date: 05 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	5447 (2026)
Question asked:	19 Feb 2026
Member asking:	Francisco Hernandez
Portfolio:	Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage
Minister replying:	Hon Paul Goldsmith
Answer received:	01 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_05447_2026
Document guid:	bc9aedf2-8f9a-49b6-8c1c-f306799096fa

5447 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage: Was a selection panel set up to consider applicants for the role of Chair of Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board, and if so, who was on the selection panel?

Hon Paul Goldsmith: Nominations provided for the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board Chair appointment were considered by the Ministry for Culture and Heritage. Shortlisted candidates were subject to a due diligence interview with a panel of Ministry for Culture and Heritage Officials, comprising the Deputy Secretary Policy, Performance and Insights, and the Manager System Performance.