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." Speaking to Newstalk ZB this morning, Mr Peters said that he declared that he was in a de facto relationship with partner Jan Trotman when he applied for superannuation. Labour leader Jacinda Ardern refused to get involved in the issue, saying it was a matter for Mr Peters. 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 21:22 UTC