Former National MP and minister Roger McClay dies

Sunday 9 November 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Mon 10 Nov 2025, 12:58pm

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Former National MP and Minister Roger McClay has died at age 80. His son, current MP Todd McClay, announced that Roger died at home on Friday night surrounded by family.

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1. StuffSun 9 Nov 2025, 9:06pm

   Former National politician Roger McClay dies (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesMon 10 Nov 2025, 4:30am

   Former National MP, minister Roger McClay dies (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldMon 10 Nov 2025, 12:58pm

   Roger McClay: Former National minister and Commissioner for Children dies, aged 80 (opens in new tab)