Ron Mark returns to NZ First, Winston Peters unveils $45,000 grant for parents with three kids

Adam PearseDeputy Political Editor·NZ Herald·2 Aug, 2026 02:00 AM4 mins to read‌Former NZ First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party as a candidate. Photo / Sylvie Whinray Former NZ First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party as a candidate. Photo / Sylvie Whinray Former New Zealand First minister Ron Mark is returning to the party and will contest this year’s election as a candidate. Mark’s candidacy has been announced at NZ First leader Winston Peters’ public meeting today in Masterton. It comes as Peters unveils new election policy proposing to create a