New Zealand
Speaker of the House of Representatives
How the office holder is chosen
The Speaker is elected by the House of Representatives. IPU Parline records that Gerry Brownlee was elected on 5 December 2023.1
Term
IPU Parline records that Trevor Mallard was elected on 7 November 2017 and re-elected on 25 November 2020. In June 2026 Brownlee said he would continue as Speaker in non-parliamentary matters after the House rises.1,2
Recent holders
| Name | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Trevor Mallard1 | 7 November 2017 | 23 August 2022 |
| Adrian Rurawhe1 | 24 August 2022 | 4 December 2023 |
| Gerry Brownlee1,2 | 5 December 2023 | Present |
Notable facts
- In June 2026 Brownlee said that after the House rises he would continue to be the Speaker in all non-parliamentary matters.2
Sources
- Inter-Parliamentary Union, IPU Parline historical data on Speakers: New Zealand, House of Representatives
- New Zealand National Party, Gerry Brownlee to stand as a List-Only Candidate in 2026 (19 June 2026)