When they were young - first TVNZ appearances for NZ politicians1 NEWS Decades ago Bill English, Jacinda Ardern, Winston Peters and Hone Harawira weren't quite so smooth in front of the camera. Prime Minister Bill English first appeared on TVNZ as a young farmer and aspiring politician in 1990 on The South Tonight. TVNZ Jacinda Ardern first appeared on 1 NEWS in 1997 as a school student. Labour Party leader Jacinda Ardern first appeared on 1997 on 1NEWS as a school student, talking about a science project. Mana Party leader Hone Harawira first appeared on 1983 on Te Karere, somewhat nervously speaking at what appeared to be a public meeting.

Source: Stuff September 18, 2017 23:03 UTC