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'I don't have that lived experience' - Luxon's difficulty with new role Newsroom 15 hrs ago © Provided by Newsroom National MP Chris Luxon is touted as a future leader and is registering in recent polls. He spoke to political editor Jo Moir about his current challenge in iwi development, and why he hasn't fronted on He Puapua. Chris Luxon joined the National Party after seven years at the helm of Air New Zealand. The backbenches are a long way from corporate high-flying wining and dining, but that said, his leader Judith Collins has given him three portfolios where he has the opportunity ...

“I must say, that during that time of reflecting, can I just say how exceptionally excited I feel to be a part of a Government that is united, that is focused, that is getting down to the real business.” But across the floor of the House, which was largely empty of National Party MPs, Allan said the Opposition was looking “a little bit chaotic”. “A few things have changed since I have been away from the chamber,” she said, noting that list National MP Nick Smith had been replaced by “stellar queen” Rachel Boyack. “It seems like there’s been a few leaks in the whare [...