Current deputy leader, Paula Bennett, who could be a pivotal power broker, several sources have suggested. But it is current deputy leader, Paula Bennett, who could be a pivotal power broker, several sources have suggested. Bridges said he believed the contest would still go to a vote on Tuesday for leader and deputy leader. He would not be recommending a deputy leader to the caucus if elected leader. "Ultimately it is for the caucus but I can certainly work with Paula Bennett.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 23, 2018 20:48 UTC