Paul Goldsmith rules out running in Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate

Sunday 16 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Sun 16 Aug, 11:55am

In this story National Party, David Seymour, Paul Goldsmith, Chris Penk

National list MP Paul Goldsmith has decided not to contest the Kaipara ki Mahurangi seat following Chris Penk's exit from politics. Goldsmith previously considered the move after Penk was sacked for challenging the Prime Minister. The veteran MP's return to Parliament now depends on the National Party's list vote.

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1. NZ HeraldSun 16 Aug, 10:27am

   Election 2026: Paul Goldsmith considering switch from Epsom to Kaipara ki Mahurangi seat after Chris Penk’s exit (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSun 16 Aug, 10:58am

   Goldsmith weighing a run in sacked challenger's 'beautiful seat' (opens in new tab)

   • Goldsmith rules out Kaipara ki Mahurangi run, will stay in Epsom (opens in new tab) Sun 16 Aug, 10:58am
3. StuffSun 16 Aug, 11:55am

   ‘I don’t know’: Minister unsure if Penk acted alone in coup attempt (opens in new tab)