Election 2026: Paul Goldsmith hints at why he can’t stand in Chris Penk’s seat

PremiumNZ Herald18 Aug, 2026 03:44 AM2 mins to readPaul Goldsmith said National voters should "give themselves a treat" this election and give National both their party vote and their candidate vote. Photo / Alyse WrightSenior National MP Paul Goldsmith has revealed what might be the main reason why he is not going to be standing in Chris Penk’s electorate at the election. The Herald asked Goldsmith whether a National Party constitutional rule which bars a candidate who has been selected in one electorate from TOP