Newsroom reported he was overpaid $18,000, though Mr Peters disputed this figure. "As stated by Mr Peters, we have been in contact and the matter has been resolved to the Ministry's satisfaction." Labour leader Jacinda Ardern refused to get involved in the issue, saying it was a matter for Mr Peters. "It would be helpful if we had more information, but still, ultimately, this is an issue for Mr Peters to be answering questions on." Asked whether Mr Peters should release his correspondence, Ms Ardern said "transparency is always helpful" while adding "that's a question for Mr Peters".

Source: Otago Daily Times August 27, 2017 22:18 UTC