34753 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Foreign Affairs

34753 (2026). Francisco Hernandez to the Minister of Foreign Affairs: How much, if any, has been spent in the Minister’s departments, agencies, crown entities and any other bodies that the Minister is responsible for, if any, on consultants who advise on public sector reform management or similar, since 27 November 2023?

Rt Hon Winston Peters: Since 27 November 2023, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has spent NZ$308,271 (excl. gst) on consultants who have provided advice on public sector reform management. This relates to the Operating Model Review of MFAT's International Development Cooperation programme. Asia New Zealand has spent nil. Antarctica New Zealand spent NZ$59,000.00 (excl. gst) in consultant fees in relation to the restructure in July 2025.