Police Minister Mark Mitchell hospitalised with chest infection

Thursday 9 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 9 Oct 2025, 9:33pm

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Police Minister Mark Mitchell was admitted to Wellington Hospital on Monday evening after experiencing fever and flu-like symptoms. He has been battling a long-standing chest infection, which may stem from an incident during his time as a police officer. A spokesperson says he is expected to be released within a few days.

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1. The Press via The PostThu 9 Oct 2025, 3:22pm

   Police minister Mark Mitchell in hospital for chest complaint (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 9 Oct 2025, 9:33pm

   Police Minister Mark Mitchell hospitalised with chest infection (opens in new tab)