26639 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Transport

26639 (2026). Camilla Belich to the Minister of Transport: What is the total sum, if any, spent on wages for any contractors and consultants who have been previously employed in a different capacity at any agency, department, Crown entity, company, or other organisation for which the Minister is responsible, since 27 November 2023, as at 5 June 2026, broken down by month and organisation?

Hon Chris Bishop: I am advised that two previous permanent employees returned to the Ministry in the capacity of contractors between the period 27 November 2023 and 5 June 2026. The total monthly cost for the engagement of these contractors is broken down by month as follows: • April 2024- $3,375.00 • June 2024- $5,961.00 • October 2024- $24,146,48 • November- $23,391.00 • December 2024- $23,391.90 • January 2025- $3,772.88 • Feb 2025- $7,923.06 • March 2025- $2,075.09 • April 2025- $754.58 NZ Transport Agency does not keep information on the employment history of contractors or consultants and is unable to answer this question.