9107 (2026). Reuben Davidson to the Minister for Media and Communications

Written Question

Published date: 31 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	9107 (2026)
Question asked:	17 Mar 2026
Member asking:	Reuben Davidson
Portfolio:	Minister for Media and Communications
Minister replying:	Hon Paul Goldsmith
Answer received:	25 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_09107_2026
Document guid:	97cde85c-70a6-496e-84b8-6536d9f7aae9

9107 (2026). Reuben Davidson to the Minister for Media and Communications: Has the Minister had any discussions regarding editorial or broadcast content with the board of Radio New Zealand; if so, what specific matters were discussed, and on what dates?

Hon Paul Goldsmith: In my 2026 Letter of Expectations, I reinforced to the Board of RNZ the importance of improving audience reach and strengthening public trust in RNZ. I have discussed those expectations at my regular meetings.