Nick Smith said ( about Amendment Bill ) : “We credit Matthew’s petition last year and the powerful submission by his mother Karen Dow and other victims’ families for making the Government reconsider,” “We have the same hope for this legislation, we will work hard to get the detail right, the resources into place and this Bill facilitated through Parliament to get this urgent road safety legislation in place”

Stuff Thursday, July 30, 2020 6:05:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is an abuse of power by the Speaker by targeting me in the Parliament for asking uncomfortable questions about The Speaker's Office around this taxpayer bill," "It's just too cute that he released the information not through the written question system, and when he has removed me from the parliamentary precinct"

newstalkzb Wednesday, July 22, 2020 11:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is an abuse of power by the Speaker by targeting me in the Parliament for asking uncomfortable questions about The Speaker's Office around this taxpayer bill," "It's just too cute that he released the information not through the written question system, and when he has removed me from the parliamentary precinct"

nzherald Wednesday, July 22, 2020 7:23:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We’re just really celebrating that achievement of getting trail sections open. It’s been about 10 years to get to this point,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “This trail means a lot for the area; not only for our visitors, but our residents,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Hopefully in the next two to three years, we’ll complete the whole loop, but it’s a lot of trail to still build,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s actually being designed to be one of the better mountain biking trails in the area. We want it to be a destination for folks,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is a very new opportunity for investors, and education will be key,"

4-traders Monday, July 6, 2020 9:38:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Our editorial and production teams put so much work into creating this content for our investor audience,"

4-traders Friday, July 3, 2020 8:54:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith complained : "When you send us to prison, we're told how long [we're there] for,"

newstalkzb Friday, June 26, 2020 10:57:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I'm asking to be told when I'm allowed to return. It's not an unreasonable request,"

newshub Friday, June 26, 2020 1:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith complained : "When you send us to prison, we're told how long [we're there] for,"

nzherald Friday, June 26, 2020 12:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "National did not agree with it. We voted for those provisions we supported, we voted against provisions we did not. It is the government's responsibility to be able to have a coordinated position and them ending up with law that makes sense, we've ended up with law that is just a shambles,"

nzherald Thursday, June 25, 2020 1:54:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "National did not agree with it. We voted for those provisions we supported, we voted against provisions we did not. It is the Government's responsibility to be able to have a coordinated position and them ending up with law that makes sense, we've ended up with law that is just a shambles,"

newshub Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:22:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s been crazy and fun,” “I get to talk to the coaches I want to talk to and get to experience the things I’ve been dreaming about”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “They was just asking me how I was doing and want to continue this relationship we have and told me they were going to recruit me hard,”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “I’ve been focusing more on my ball-handling lately,”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s crazy because me growing up, I said I was going to college and playing basketball, but I never really thought I would have a chance to or someone even recognizing my skill,” “I just had to go to the right people for that to happen”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In effect your action has overruled the court and allowed thousands of offenders not to deliver on the community sentences they've served," "I've got constituents where they've had 30 or 40 hours that they thought they had to do and now you've said 'you never have to do it, you got off free'"

newshub Thursday, June 18, 2020 7:32:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

usaToday Wednesday, June 17, 2020 2:07:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith added : “Once you get used to the strangeness of it all, you notice that the atmosphere is definitely building during the day,”

guardian Tuesday, June 16, 2020 10:35:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith added : “Once you get used to the strangeness of it all, you notice that the atmosphere is definitely building during the day,”

msn-uk Tuesday, June 16, 2020 9:37:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

timesofindia Tuesday, June 16, 2020 7:30:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,”

dailyjournal Tuesday, June 16, 2020 6:15:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,”

680news Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:50:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

startribune Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:30:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

timescolonist Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:23:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Both for the $600,000 of work on that vessel but also for the hundreds of staff that work in the Nelson marine industry," "This was a test case of our border controls and making them work practically for this important industry"

Stuff Tuesday, June 16, 2020 8:38:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My top priority for campaign 2020 is jobs and the economic recovery,"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The challenge ahead is all about jobs," "Nelson’s unemployment is up 500 per cent on just three months ago and economic forecasts have Nelson and Tasman losing 4000 jobs over the next year"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Again, in 2008, National inherited a collapsed economy and ballooning jobless numbers," "Once more, National did the hard yards and every year from 2010 to 2017, the numbers on the dole dropped"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s going to be different but we are trying to make sure there’s as much compensation as possible for not being able to attend,”

theleader Friday, June 12, 2020 9:18:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “The idea is to take as many people as we can through the Royal Ascot experience – from their homes,”

theleader Friday, June 12, 2020 9:18:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : “We’re trying to make the most of it,”

guardian Friday, June 12, 2020 3:52:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

khaleejtimes Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:04:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

khaleejtimes Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:04:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

yahoo-au Thursday, June 11, 2020 4:21:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

yahoo-au Thursday, June 11, 2020 4:21:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We’ve been meeting here for the last couple of weeks since the park’s been open, and we just figured why not get married at the place we’ve been meeting and finalize it,”

cknw Sunday, June 7, 2020 12:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It was disappointing that the season ended when it did but it's understandable,”

eecho Thursday, June 4, 2020 4:45:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We need a policy that empowers professional foresters to implement needed treatments that address a changing climate, drought, fire, disease, and other threats to forest health,”

bendbulletin Thursday, June 4, 2020 2:03:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The Government’s refusal to allow entry of this vessel makes no sense. It has been at sea for more than 14 days of the quarantine period and its last port of call has had no cases of Covid-19. The crew are quite prepared to be Covid-19 tested and quarantined in New Zealand or confined on the ship,"

voxy Tuesday, June 2, 2020 9:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "Blanket bans were appropriate two months ago during the emergency phase of the global Covid-19 pandemic. We now need a more flexible approach that assesses risk on a case by case basis that is focused on saving jobs,"

voxy Tuesday, June 2, 2020 9:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about British ) : "We are most grateful to the BHA's [British Horseracing Authority] race-planning team for their assistance in framing the additional races for this exceptional renewal of Royal Ascot,"

bbc Friday, May 22, 2020 6:22:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We started this because people in that area were really struggling with homelessness,"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This gives people an opportunity to donate food without putting in a lot of effort," "You can just go to the grocery store and pick up a few extra things. It is meant to help people with what they need"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is all about neighbors helping neighbors," "That's what we really want to instill. We only ask that people inform others when the pantries are running low and donate what they'd like"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith asked : “Why is the Government, at a time when millions of law-abiding New Zealanders are not being allowed to leave their homes or go to work or open their businesses, making a priority of legislation to give prisoners the vote?”

Stuff Friday, May 8, 2020 10:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I've got ADHD so, for me, staying in the house is a nightmare. I've been doing things with the kids so we're staying busy and occupied. "

themirror Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Tom Moore ) : “Happy 100th birthday to Captain Tom Moore, an inspirational man who has raised a massive amount of money for the NHS and provided some positivity during these uncertain times”

southwalesargus Thursday, April 30, 2020 1:59:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith agreed : "It could be game over for us,"

news-yahoo Thursday, April 23, 2020 5:41:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith alisema : "Ni kama mchezo umeisha kwa upande wetu,"

bbc-swahili Thursday, April 23, 2020 2:00:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith agreed : "It could be game over for us,"

bbc Wednesday, April 22, 2020 2:17:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I accept it is a numbers game with Nelson's growth exceeding that of the West Coast but still believe it has a far stronger community of interest with Richmond and Nelson than Motueka and the West Coast," "It has long been my view that the 5 per cent population tolerance in the law is too tight and should be expanded to 10 per cent to enable communities of interest to be given greater weight"

Stuff Friday, April 17, 2020 6:04:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith told : "It’s frustrating for us and more so for those interested that there has been so much interest expressed this year,"

theage Thursday, April 2, 2020 3:41:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "If there is a shortage of testing kits, we need the authorities to be open with that information," "If probable cases are not being tested, the health board and Government should be open about that"

Stuff Thursday, March 26, 2020 8:06:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We've had contact with a number of older people who are self-isolating and are distressed about getting access to essential supplies," "It is very clear with Covid-19 that our older people are the most vulnerable"

Stuff Sunday, March 22, 2020 2:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He has a drive to not lose," "Sometimes guys develop that as they get older. He just has this drive and will to succeed and win. There are times he can be really unselfish pass the ball and get his teammates involved when there are times I think he needs to take control because he can will a team to win"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He can play in an open style offense, but he can also play in something a little bit more structured, too, but I think his greatest asset is playing in something a little bit more open," "He can flat out score the ball and get to the basket at will. There aren't too many people that can lock him up"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Now when guys back off of him and he takes two or three dribbles and gives them a little move, maybe give them a counter move and they cut him off, he can step back and knock down the three,"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Nick Smith ) : "It appears only one person rode a bike to National's Bluegreens conference on environmental issues here in Nelson at the weekend. Not only that, but Nick Smith blocked the bike rack with his car!"

nzherald Tuesday, March 3, 2020 12:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Nick Smith ) : "It appears only one person rode a bike to National's Bluegreens conference on environmental issues here in Nelson at the weekend. Not only that, but Nick Smith blocked the bike rack with his car!"

nzherald Monday, March 2, 2020 11:57:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Hopefully this project can finally move forward to assure the safety of everyone who visits Walton Lake,” “The Forest Service should move forward with treatments across the project area so the public can safely enjoy the entire recreation area”

bendbulletin Saturday, February 29, 2020 4:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "players like myself to want to have some tough scrutiny over Waimea Water to ensure there aren't any other nasty surprises"

Stuff Tuesday, February 25, 2020 6:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Britain has an enviable array of filmmaking talent, but the industry is short of high-quality studio facilities capable of catering for the new and emerging technologies that will form the core of television and film production in the future,”

cityam Wednesday, February 19, 2020 4:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I am disappointed these ugly extremist views, that have been on the rise internationally, are showing up in New Zealand and now Nelson. We must reassert our core Kiwi values of respect for all people regardless of their ethnicity or faith,"

Stuff Thursday, February 13, 2020 7:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith stated : “I’ve been watching the continued innovation and leadership at Smart Communications with great interest,” “The company’s cloud-first strategy, coupled with its recent acquisition of Canberra-headquartered Intelledox, provides a truly unique opportunity for us to deliver the industry’s only future-proof customer communications strategy. It's an exciting time for the company and I'm thrilled to be on board as we deepen investment in and execute our growth plans for Australia and the surrounding regions”

AsiaOne Tuesday, February 4, 2020 1:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith stated : “I’ve been watching the continued innovation and leadership at Smart Communications with great interest,” “The company’s cloud-first strategy, coupled with its recent acquisition of Canberra-headquartered Intelledox, provides a truly unique opportunity for us to deliver the industry’s only future-proof customer communications strategy. It's an exciting time for the company and I'm thrilled to be on board as we deepen investment in and execute our growth plans for Australia and the surrounding regions”

4-traders Tuesday, February 4, 2020 12:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The Civic Centre and Council House were perfect as our film is set in the 1970s and neither building has changed much since then. "

plymouthherald Friday, January 17, 2020 6:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "No road is going to be perfect ... [but] we've had three crashes in the last three years and every case has involved a degree of recklessness or speed," "It is a relief that in the event of these last three crashes there has not been a fatality. However, I am worried that if no improvements are made, the next time we might be retrieving a body"

Stuff Friday, January 10, 2020 7:42:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's been a long time since we lost two in a row,"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "A pair of seniors, Kayla Flemming and Quinishia Tillery, they just work hard,"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We're gonna play four games in five days," "Unfortunately, we're doing that after a three-day dead period. But we're gonna get a lot of reps, get a lot of kids some minutes. Hopefully, we'll be able to get some consistency"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Last year I was like 6-foot and around 120, 121 (pounds), and now I’m like 168 at 6-4,”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “I hope so my haven’t checked my schedule yet,”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s fun, but at the same time I have to stay focus on for what I got going on for the season and stay positive and true to my teammates,” “I’m not worried about it right now. I’m just trying win this state championship”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith : "Disgraceful amount for the poor job he’s doing"

stokesentinel Wednesday, December 18, 2019 8:57:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's interesting that [Justice Minister Andrew Little] and not a single Labour member, not a single Green member, have said anything about this scandal involving New Zealand First," "I'd love to know if Marama Davidson thinks it's acceptable,"

newshub Wednesday, December 4, 2019 3:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith asked : "If we're going to define a party donation, why not include the foundations?"

newshub Wednesday, December 4, 2019 3:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The government is panicking in respect of both the polls and the scandal around the NZ First foundation, and is trying to create a distraction," "We're only likely to make errors in rushing legislation through in this extraordinarily panicked way,"

Stuff Tuesday, December 3, 2019 3:06:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The new 55km Paparoa Track between Blackball and Punakaiki and the 10km Pike29 Memorial Track to the mine site are about remembering the men whose lives were lost and providing a new economic asset for the West Coast,"

voxy Saturday, November 30, 2019 2:38:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We try to do a lot of extra patrols through these parking lots. We just want to make sure people's property and their vehicles are safe, so they can come in and have a good shopping experience," "We're [also] out on the road more trying to do traffic enforcement...there are a lot of vehicles out on the road, so safety on the road is paramount...that's our priority during this week"

accesswdun Thursday, November 28, 2019 5:46:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I love my job as MP for Nelson, the opportunity it gives me to help people and to advance projects that make an even better place,"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My top priority this next term is to get a new Nelson Hospital," "The existing buildings are a seismic risk, have insufficient capacity for our growing and ageing population and are not fit for purpose for patients, doctors or nurses"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Nelson families and businesses have been hard hit by Labour's increases in fuel taxes while at the same time investment in Nelson roads has been cut," "We need a major investment in our transport infrastructure to keep up with growth in population, exports and visitors"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Voters will have a clear choice on whether they want to back Labour's radical nationalisation of NMIT or return next year to local control," "I will also be campaigning on reducing class sizes, retaining parental choice between schools and delivering a new Berryfield School in Richmond West"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith told : "Those sorts of numbers are scary and worrying for my family and I think those sorts of emails have no place in a democracy like New Zealand,"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Our electoral law makes it a corrupt practice for political parties to organise their affairs to try and avoid disclosure," "This is a rort with a capital R"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I'm the chair and the chair rules the terms are in scope - I am determining the issues,"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 3:58:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I am disappointed for Brightwater as it has more in common with Richmond and Nelson than Motueka and the West Coast," "This change for Brightwater is a product of population numbers. Nelson's population has been growing significantly faster than the West Coast-Tasman area"

Stuff Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My preference would be a higher tolerance so communities of interest could be given greater weight," "I'm personally disappointed to be losing Brightwater because it was my home for many years and I love the community. I take my constituency responsibilities very seriously and will be continuing to work for the Brightwater community right up to the election next year"

Stuff Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The vehicle came across an area that was dark and unlit and at that time they struck a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway outside of a crosswalk,"

fox5atlanta Friday, November 15, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The liberals who want this to pass do not have the numbers without a referendum," "The liberals who want abortion to pass do not need those numbers"

Stuff Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:40:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The liberals who want this to pass do not have the numbers without a referendum," "The liberals who want abortion to pass do not need those numbers"

Stuff Wednesday, November 13, 2019 11:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We brought costumes specifically for this,”

caycompass Tuesday, November 12, 2019 12:41:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “The groups that oppose it claim that they support recreation on land for public use. But they are essentially closing public land for people to access. So what is it really about?”

bendbulletin Friday, October 25, 2019 11:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : “Some cities are eager to get these things on the road without understanding what the fallout will be,” “Regulations need to be in place and clearly delineated”

theglobeandmail Monday, October 14, 2019 12:43:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

voanews-sw Sunday, October 6, 2019 11:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the US, party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

nzherald Sunday, October 6, 2019 10:21:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the US, party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

jamaicaobserver Sunday, October 6, 2019 9:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

680news Sunday, October 6, 2019 7:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

dcourier Saturday, October 5, 2019 10:51:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

wwlp Saturday, October 5, 2019 8:44:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

brownsvilleherald Saturday, October 5, 2019 8:10:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

seattletimes Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:38:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

wftv Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

therepublic Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

startribune Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:17:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

680news Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:12:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says ( about Shane Jones ) : "The coalition agreement promised to expand public services in the regions, and Shane Jones has criticised privately-owned banks for withdrawing regional services while remaining silent on NZ Post and Kiwibank doing just that,"

Stuff Friday, October 4, 2019 7:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : "Had there been a consultation with the people of Stoke, we would have come up with a solution like a hub, without all of the drama and uncertainty," "It could have been managed better, but at least we're heading in the right direction"

Stuff Friday, October 4, 2019 7:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The strong petition, the public meeting, the difficulty Kiwibank had at the select committee and the potent leadership from Christine Tuffnell, who was just superb at the select committee, has helped deliver this result for Stoke,"

Stuff Tuesday, October 1, 2019 7:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My only disappointment is that if Kiwibank and NZ Post had properly consulted with the community last November, this is the sort of solution that we could have come up with, without the uncertainty of the last 12 months and the gap in services that's going to occur between November and March while this new service is configured. But overall I'm delighted by the outcome,"

Stuff Tuesday, October 1, 2019 7:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith asked : "Why should someone like [the accused] … ever be able to exercise the right?"

nzherald Thursday, September 26, 2019 5:33:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It is difficult to have confidence in today's population figures and the decisions on the allocation of General, Maori and List seats when 16 per cent of New Zealanders did not complete Census 2018," "National has doubts as to whether these numbers are sufficiently robust for determining the boundaries for electorates for the 2020 Election"

nzherald Monday, September 23, 2019 10:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Cooperation is possible and very welcome. Partnerships need to build — work in Russia should be easy for filmmakers, and now the situation is definitely moving in this direction. Russia is a very strong and independent national film industry — in my opinion, need to focus on its development in order to offer the market. And that’s when people will be ready for partnership,”

foreignaffairs-nz Thursday, September 19, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Any good attraction or event should regularly review what it is able to offer and ensure that it stays both relevant and vibrant for its visitors"

bbc Friday, September 13, 2019 8:35:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We are a long way from making us safer"

nzherald Thursday, September 12, 2019 9:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith dijo : “siempre Hemos sido los principales defensores de la Henge Docks y sus productos. Esta adquisición permite a Brydge para acelerar nuestra expansión en una probada categoría con productos que están muy alineados con nuestra hoja de ruta del producto. La oportunidad de aprovechar Henge Docks’ la reputación de Apple compatible con los productos, como el trampolín hacia productos similares de otras marcas clave, tales como Microsoft y Google es un hito para nuestra empresa y aumenta significativamente nuestro alcance en la industria”

pysnnoticias Thursday, September 5, 2019 8:11:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith insisted : "I'd just love to know what offence I committed," "Alright, the member will withdraw from the chamber"

newstalkzb Thursday, August 22, 2019 7:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's reasonable for me to say 'hey look can you tell me what I've done wrong' - because I don't like being thrown out,"

Stuff Thursday, August 22, 2019 6:32:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “To my knowledge, there were no weapons recovered from inside the vehicle now what could have been on his person, there’s no telling,”

fox5atlanta Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “At that time they went to retrieve the key fob to open the door again and that’s when he fled,”

fox5atlanta Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith : "The charge of a criminal offence will have a silencing effect. It will have a chilling effect on responsible people being able to properly question and challenge the intent of our judiciary"

nzherald Wednesday, August 21, 2019 4:35:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He has in my view, damned it with faint praise,"

Stuff Tuesday, August 13, 2019 9:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith added : "It is encouraging to see that in many areas the numbers of exclusions for bullying are decreasing. "

oxfordtimes Monday, August 12, 2019 12:05:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20-gallon tank but now you have a 10-gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

tribune Friday, August 9, 2019 11:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

firstpost Friday, August 9, 2019 5:20:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

theglobeandmail Friday, August 9, 2019 3:50:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

4-traders Friday, August 9, 2019 3:13:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

firstpost Friday, August 9, 2019 2:13:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

trendnews-az Friday, August 9, 2019 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

wsau Friday, August 9, 2019 1:43:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

news-yahoo Friday, August 9, 2019 1:18:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith wrote : “This tragic accident has left a young boy clinging to life and a young man devastated,” “This accident will forever change those two people, their families, and will have a ripple effect across our entire county. It’s at this very trying time that we, as a county, should fall to our knees and pray fervently for mercy and peace. Now is not the time to place blame. Not on the deputy, not on the young boy, and most definitely not on his parents. Instead of wasting our breath condemning and judging, we all need to use it to cry out for God to place His hand on this young boy and return him home to his family. To bring peace and calm to a deputy who is absolutely broken. My heart hasn’t been this heavy in a long time. As your Sheriff, I’m responsible for speaking for my department, and all I ask is that you pray. Pray hard, and pray from the deepest parts of your heart, because there are two good people that need it now more than ever”

al Wednesday, August 7, 2019 1:04:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We may not see all of the benefits today, but our children will,”

al Saturday, August 3, 2019 6:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We may not see all of the benefits today, but our children will,”

al Monday, July 29, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We call ourselves barbecue gypsies. I mean, that’s what we are. We go into every town and we sell ribs and we leave for the next town,” “My dad says we’re meat rock stars”

tricitynews Monday, July 22, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The Nelson Marlborough District Health Board has repeatedly made serious mistakes in its handling of this case and needs to formally apologise to Sarah Preece,"

Stuff Tuesday, July 9, 2019 8:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It was unacceptable he was not attended to after three hours and that he was able to freely leave the hospital and go on to assault and rape Sarah Preece,"

Stuff Tuesday, July 9, 2019 8:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about British ) : "The way this young woman is being treated is shocking. It should not be forgotten that her daughter is a British citizen who needs her mother to look after her. "

msn-uk Monday, July 8, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We'll come to that negotiation, I guess, at the end of the year,"

theage Thursday, July 4, 2019 12:11:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The coroner's findings must shake the Government out of its complacency over drug-impaired driving. The Coroner explicitly identifies cannabis as the cause of this horrific crash and adds to the groundswell of public support for random roadside drug testing,"

nzherald Friday, June 28, 2019 4:58:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The coroner’s findings must shake the Government out of its complacency over drug-impaired driving. The Coroner explicitly identifies cannabis as the cause of this horrific crash and adds to the groundswell of public support for random roadside drug testing,"

voxy Friday, June 28, 2019 2:25:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The problem I have with this bill is it's out of step with a core part of our Kiwi culture, that respect for human life. In many parts of the world life's cheap. But here we go to extraordinary lengths to protect human life. It's actually not that New Zealanders are puritanical or deeply religious. It's actually a very down to earth, practical caring. It's why we've been a world leader in an area like Special Olympics and disability rights, in asserting that every life has value," "It's why we were one of the first countries in the world to get rid of the death penalty. We want to err on the side of life. The cold, calculating clauses in this bill allowing the termination of life of someone who's unwell or disabled contradicts those basic Kiwi values"

Stuff Wednesday, June 26, 2019 2:03:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We expect to be debated at our national conference at the end of July," "The argument for a four-year terms is as much about the fact that by the time a coalition Government is formed, that ministers become familiarised with their portfolios and advance reform through Parliament, that it's unlikely that within a three-year term the public will be able to judge whether those reforms are successful"

nzherald Wednesday, June 26, 2019 8:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It has the NMIT board being sacked on day one, all the cash reserves and land assets being controlled from Wellington and the separate NMIT identity being dissolved in 2021," "This proposal to nationalise NMIT into a single national polytechnic is a disaster for Nelson"

Stuff Saturday, June 22, 2019 3:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Pepin Island is an iconic property for Nelson because of its closeness to the city, its wild landscapes, and its beautiful coast adjacent to Delaware Bay, Cable Bay and the Wakapuaka Estuary,"

Stuff Sunday, June 9, 2019 6:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This means people are trespassing when kayaking, fishing or walking the land beyond the water's edge,"

Stuff Sunday, June 9, 2019 6:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith declaró : “No creo que a nadie le sorprenda el que a los hijos de los ricos les resulte más fácil cursar estudios en las principales universidades”

wsoctv Friday, March 15, 2019 6:53:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Amendment Bill ) : “We credit Matthew’s petition last year and the powerful submission by his mother Karen Dow and other victims’ families for making the Government reconsider,” “We have the same hope for this legislation, we will work hard to get the detail right, the resources into place and this Bill facilitated through Parliament to get this urgent road safety legislation in place”

Stuff Thursday, July 30, 2020 6:05:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is an abuse of power by the Speaker by targeting me in the Parliament for asking uncomfortable questions about The Speaker's Office around this taxpayer bill," "It's just too cute that he released the information not through the written question system, and when he has removed me from the parliamentary precinct"

newstalkzb Wednesday, July 22, 2020 11:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is an abuse of power by the Speaker by targeting me in the Parliament for asking uncomfortable questions about The Speaker's Office around this taxpayer bill," "It's just too cute that he released the information not through the written question system, and when he has removed me from the parliamentary precinct"

nzherald Wednesday, July 22, 2020 7:23:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We’re just really celebrating that achievement of getting trail sections open. It’s been about 10 years to get to this point,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “This trail means a lot for the area; not only for our visitors, but our residents,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Hopefully in the next two to three years, we’ll complete the whole loop, but it’s a lot of trail to still build,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s actually being designed to be one of the better mountain biking trails in the area. We want it to be a destination for folks,”

woodtv Tuesday, July 21, 2020 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is a very new opportunity for investors, and education will be key,"

4-traders Monday, July 6, 2020 9:38:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Our editorial and production teams put so much work into creating this content for our investor audience,"

4-traders Friday, July 3, 2020 8:54:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith complained : "When you send us to prison, we're told how long [we're there] for,"

newstalkzb Friday, June 26, 2020 10:57:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I'm asking to be told when I'm allowed to return. It's not an unreasonable request,"

newshub Friday, June 26, 2020 1:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith complained : "When you send us to prison, we're told how long [we're there] for,"

nzherald Friday, June 26, 2020 12:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "National did not agree with it. We voted for those provisions we supported, we voted against provisions we did not. It is the government's responsibility to be able to have a coordinated position and them ending up with law that makes sense, we've ended up with law that is just a shambles,"

nzherald Thursday, June 25, 2020 1:54:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "National did not agree with it. We voted for those provisions we supported, we voted against provisions we did not. It is the Government's responsibility to be able to have a coordinated position and them ending up with law that makes sense, we've ended up with law that is just a shambles,"

newshub Wednesday, June 24, 2020 10:22:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s been crazy and fun,” “I get to talk to the coaches I want to talk to and get to experience the things I’ve been dreaming about”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “They was just asking me how I was doing and want to continue this relationship we have and told me they were going to recruit me hard,”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “I’ve been focusing more on my ball-handling lately,”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s crazy because me growing up, I said I was going to college and playing basketball, but I never really thought I would have a chance to or someone even recognizing my skill,” “I just had to go to the right people for that to happen”

arkansasonline Friday, June 19, 2020 10:24:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In effect your action has overruled the court and allowed thousands of offenders not to deliver on the community sentences they've served," "I've got constituents where they've had 30 or 40 hours that they thought they had to do and now you've said 'you never have to do it, you got off free'"

newshub Thursday, June 18, 2020 7:32:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

usaToday Wednesday, June 17, 2020 2:07:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith added : “Once you get used to the strangeness of it all, you notice that the atmosphere is definitely building during the day,”

guardian Tuesday, June 16, 2020 10:35:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith added : “Once you get used to the strangeness of it all, you notice that the atmosphere is definitely building during the day,”

msn-uk Tuesday, June 16, 2020 9:37:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

timesofindia Tuesday, June 16, 2020 7:30:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,”

dailyjournal Tuesday, June 16, 2020 6:15:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,”

680news Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:50:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn't possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

startribune Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:30:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Whilst the ultimate experience of being at Royal Ascot sadly isn’t possible this year, we hope that what we are planning will make ownership at home as special as possible,"

timescolonist Tuesday, June 16, 2020 4:23:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Both for the $600,000 of work on that vessel but also for the hundreds of staff that work in the Nelson marine industry," "This was a test case of our border controls and making them work practically for this important industry"

Stuff Tuesday, June 16, 2020 8:38:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My top priority for campaign 2020 is jobs and the economic recovery,"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The challenge ahead is all about jobs," "Nelson’s unemployment is up 500 per cent on just three months ago and economic forecasts have Nelson and Tasman losing 4000 jobs over the next year"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Again, in 2008, National inherited a collapsed economy and ballooning jobless numbers," "Once more, National did the hard yards and every year from 2010 to 2017, the numbers on the dole dropped"

Stuff Monday, June 15, 2020 8:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s going to be different but we are trying to make sure there’s as much compensation as possible for not being able to attend,”

theleader Friday, June 12, 2020 9:18:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “The idea is to take as many people as we can through the Royal Ascot experience – from their homes,”

theleader Friday, June 12, 2020 9:18:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : “We’re trying to make the most of it,”

guardian Friday, June 12, 2020 3:52:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

channelnewsasia Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

khaleejtimes Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:04:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

khaleejtimes Thursday, June 11, 2020 5:04:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith told : "We will take a financial hit, yes, but we wanted to run the race meeting,"

yahoo-au Thursday, June 11, 2020 4:21:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I think yes, absolutely, we will feel her presence even if she is not here but at Windsor Castle," "She has, as is her custom, written the forewords for the racecards for every day of the meeting. It is still very much the royal meeting and she will be as always watching with great interest"

yahoo-au Thursday, June 11, 2020 4:21:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We’ve been meeting here for the last couple of weeks since the park’s been open, and we just figured why not get married at the place we’ve been meeting and finalize it,”

cknw Sunday, June 7, 2020 12:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It was disappointing that the season ended when it did but it's understandable,”

eecho Thursday, June 4, 2020 4:45:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We need a policy that empowers professional foresters to implement needed treatments that address a changing climate, drought, fire, disease, and other threats to forest health,”

bendbulletin Thursday, June 4, 2020 2:03:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The Government’s refusal to allow entry of this vessel makes no sense. It has been at sea for more than 14 days of the quarantine period and its last port of call has had no cases of Covid-19. The crew are quite prepared to be Covid-19 tested and quarantined in New Zealand or confined on the ship,"

voxy Tuesday, June 2, 2020 9:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "Blanket bans were appropriate two months ago during the emergency phase of the global Covid-19 pandemic. We now need a more flexible approach that assesses risk on a case by case basis that is focused on saving jobs,"

voxy Tuesday, June 2, 2020 9:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about British ) : "We are most grateful to the BHA's [British Horseracing Authority] race-planning team for their assistance in framing the additional races for this exceptional renewal of Royal Ascot,"

bbc Friday, May 22, 2020 6:22:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We started this because people in that area were really struggling with homelessness,"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This gives people an opportunity to donate food without putting in a lot of effort," "You can just go to the grocery store and pick up a few extra things. It is meant to help people with what they need"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This is all about neighbors helping neighbors," "That's what we really want to instill. We only ask that people inform others when the pantries are running low and donate what they'd like"

patch Friday, May 8, 2020 9:13:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith asked : “Why is the Government, at a time when millions of law-abiding New Zealanders are not being allowed to leave their homes or go to work or open their businesses, making a priority of legislation to give prisoners the vote?”

Stuff Friday, May 8, 2020 10:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I've got ADHD so, for me, staying in the house is a nightmare. I've been doing things with the kids so we're staying busy and occupied. "

themirror Wednesday, May 6, 2020 10:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Tom Moore ) : “Happy 100th birthday to Captain Tom Moore, an inspirational man who has raised a massive amount of money for the NHS and provided some positivity during these uncertain times”

southwalesargus Thursday, April 30, 2020 1:59:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith agreed : "It could be game over for us,"

news-yahoo Thursday, April 23, 2020 5:41:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith alisema : "Ni kama mchezo umeisha kwa upande wetu,"

bbc-swahili Thursday, April 23, 2020 2:00:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith agreed : "It could be game over for us,"

bbc Wednesday, April 22, 2020 2:17:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I accept it is a numbers game with Nelson's growth exceeding that of the West Coast but still believe it has a far stronger community of interest with Richmond and Nelson than Motueka and the West Coast," "It has long been my view that the 5 per cent population tolerance in the law is too tight and should be expanded to 10 per cent to enable communities of interest to be given greater weight"

Stuff Friday, April 17, 2020 6:04:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith told : "It’s frustrating for us and more so for those interested that there has been so much interest expressed this year,"

theage Thursday, April 2, 2020 3:41:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "If there is a shortage of testing kits, we need the authorities to be open with that information," "If probable cases are not being tested, the health board and Government should be open about that"

Stuff Thursday, March 26, 2020 8:06:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We've had contact with a number of older people who are self-isolating and are distressed about getting access to essential supplies," "It is very clear with Covid-19 that our older people are the most vulnerable"

Stuff Sunday, March 22, 2020 2:47:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He has a drive to not lose," "Sometimes guys develop that as they get older. He just has this drive and will to succeed and win. There are times he can be really unselfish pass the ball and get his teammates involved when there are times I think he needs to take control because he can will a team to win"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He can play in an open style offense, but he can also play in something a little bit more structured, too, but I think his greatest asset is playing in something a little bit more open," "He can flat out score the ball and get to the basket at will. There aren't too many people that can lock him up"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Now when guys back off of him and he takes two or three dribbles and gives them a little move, maybe give them a counter move and they cut him off, he can step back and knock down the three,"

arkansasonline Tuesday, March 17, 2020 10:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Nick Smith ) : "It appears only one person rode a bike to National's Bluegreens conference on environmental issues here in Nelson at the weekend. Not only that, but Nick Smith blocked the bike rack with his car!"

nzherald Tuesday, March 3, 2020 12:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about Nick Smith ) : "It appears only one person rode a bike to National's Bluegreens conference on environmental issues here in Nelson at the weekend. Not only that, but Nick Smith blocked the bike rack with his car!"

nzherald Monday, March 2, 2020 11:57:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Hopefully this project can finally move forward to assure the safety of everyone who visits Walton Lake,” “The Forest Service should move forward with treatments across the project area so the public can safely enjoy the entire recreation area”

bendbulletin Saturday, February 29, 2020 4:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "players like myself to want to have some tough scrutiny over Waimea Water to ensure there aren't any other nasty surprises"

Stuff Tuesday, February 25, 2020 6:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Britain has an enviable array of filmmaking talent, but the industry is short of high-quality studio facilities capable of catering for the new and emerging technologies that will form the core of television and film production in the future,”

cityam Wednesday, February 19, 2020 4:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I am disappointed these ugly extremist views, that have been on the rise internationally, are showing up in New Zealand and now Nelson. We must reassert our core Kiwi values of respect for all people regardless of their ethnicity or faith,"

Stuff Thursday, February 13, 2020 7:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith stated : “I’ve been watching the continued innovation and leadership at Smart Communications with great interest,” “The company’s cloud-first strategy, coupled with its recent acquisition of Canberra-headquartered Intelledox, provides a truly unique opportunity for us to deliver the industry’s only future-proof customer communications strategy. It's an exciting time for the company and I'm thrilled to be on board as we deepen investment in and execute our growth plans for Australia and the surrounding regions”

AsiaOne Tuesday, February 4, 2020 1:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith stated : “I’ve been watching the continued innovation and leadership at Smart Communications with great interest,” “The company’s cloud-first strategy, coupled with its recent acquisition of Canberra-headquartered Intelledox, provides a truly unique opportunity for us to deliver the industry’s only future-proof customer communications strategy. It's an exciting time for the company and I'm thrilled to be on board as we deepen investment in and execute our growth plans for Australia and the surrounding regions”

4-traders Tuesday, February 4, 2020 12:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The Civic Centre and Council House were perfect as our film is set in the 1970s and neither building has changed much since then. "

plymouthherald Friday, January 17, 2020 6:24:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "No road is going to be perfect ... [but] we've had three crashes in the last three years and every case has involved a degree of recklessness or speed," "It is a relief that in the event of these last three crashes there has not been a fatality. However, I am worried that if no improvements are made, the next time we might be retrieving a body"

Stuff Friday, January 10, 2020 7:42:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's been a long time since we lost two in a row,"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "A pair of seniors, Kayla Flemming and Quinishia Tillery, they just work hard,"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We're gonna play four games in five days," "Unfortunately, we're doing that after a three-day dead period. But we're gonna get a lot of reps, get a lot of kids some minutes. Hopefully, we'll be able to get some consistency"

arkansasonline Thursday, December 26, 2019 11:27:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Last year I was like 6-foot and around 120, 121 (pounds), and now I’m like 168 at 6-4,”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “I hope so my haven’t checked my schedule yet,”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s fun, but at the same time I have to stay focus on for what I got going on for the season and stay positive and true to my teammates,” “I’m not worried about it right now. I’m just trying win this state championship”

arkansasonline Saturday, December 21, 2019 5:19:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith : "Disgraceful amount for the poor job he’s doing"

stokesentinel Wednesday, December 18, 2019 8:57:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's interesting that [Justice Minister Andrew Little] and not a single Labour member, not a single Green member, have said anything about this scandal involving New Zealand First," "I'd love to know if Marama Davidson thinks it's acceptable,"

newshub Wednesday, December 4, 2019 3:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith asked : "If we're going to define a party donation, why not include the foundations?"

newshub Wednesday, December 4, 2019 3:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The government is panicking in respect of both the polls and the scandal around the NZ First foundation, and is trying to create a distraction," "We're only likely to make errors in rushing legislation through in this extraordinarily panicked way,"

Stuff Tuesday, December 3, 2019 3:06:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The new 55km Paparoa Track between Blackball and Punakaiki and the 10km Pike29 Memorial Track to the mine site are about remembering the men whose lives were lost and providing a new economic asset for the West Coast,"

voxy Saturday, November 30, 2019 2:38:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We try to do a lot of extra patrols through these parking lots. We just want to make sure people's property and their vehicles are safe, so they can come in and have a good shopping experience," "We're [also] out on the road more trying to do traffic enforcement...there are a lot of vehicles out on the road, so safety on the road is paramount...that's our priority during this week"

accesswdun Thursday, November 28, 2019 5:46:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I love my job as MP for Nelson, the opportunity it gives me to help people and to advance projects that make an even better place,"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My top priority this next term is to get a new Nelson Hospital," "The existing buildings are a seismic risk, have insufficient capacity for our growing and ageing population and are not fit for purpose for patients, doctors or nurses"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Nelson families and businesses have been hard hit by Labour's increases in fuel taxes while at the same time investment in Nelson roads has been cut," "We need a major investment in our transport infrastructure to keep up with growth in population, exports and visitors"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Voters will have a clear choice on whether they want to back Labour's radical nationalisation of NMIT or return next year to local control," "I will also be campaigning on reducing class sizes, retaining parental choice between schools and delivering a new Berryfield School in Richmond West"

Stuff Friday, November 22, 2019 3:49:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith told : "Those sorts of numbers are scary and worrying for my family and I think those sorts of emails have no place in a democracy like New Zealand,"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Our electoral law makes it a corrupt practice for political parties to organise their affairs to try and avoid disclosure," "This is a rort with a capital R"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 10:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I'm the chair and the chair rules the terms are in scope - I am determining the issues,"

newshub Thursday, November 21, 2019 3:58:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "I am disappointed for Brightwater as it has more in common with Richmond and Nelson than Motueka and the West Coast," "This change for Brightwater is a product of population numbers. Nelson's population has been growing significantly faster than the West Coast-Tasman area"

Stuff Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My preference would be a higher tolerance so communities of interest could be given greater weight," "I'm personally disappointed to be losing Brightwater because it was my home for many years and I love the community. I take my constituency responsibilities very seriously and will be continuing to work for the Brightwater community right up to the election next year"

Stuff Wednesday, November 20, 2019 8:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The vehicle came across an area that was dark and unlit and at that time they struck a pedestrian who was crossing the roadway outside of a crosswalk,"

fox5atlanta Friday, November 15, 2019 8:25:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The liberals who want this to pass do not have the numbers without a referendum," "The liberals who want abortion to pass do not need those numbers"

Stuff Wednesday, November 13, 2019 10:40:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The liberals who want this to pass do not have the numbers without a referendum," "The liberals who want abortion to pass do not need those numbers"

Stuff Wednesday, November 13, 2019 11:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We brought costumes specifically for this,”

caycompass Tuesday, November 12, 2019 12:41:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “The groups that oppose it claim that they support recreation on land for public use. But they are essentially closing public land for people to access. So what is it really about?”

bendbulletin Friday, October 25, 2019 11:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : “Some cities are eager to get these things on the road without understanding what the fallout will be,” “Regulations need to be in place and clearly delineated”

theglobeandmail Monday, October 14, 2019 12:43:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

voanews-sw Sunday, October 6, 2019 11:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the US, party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

nzherald Sunday, October 6, 2019 10:21:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the US, party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

jamaicaobserver Sunday, October 6, 2019 9:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

680news Sunday, October 6, 2019 7:26:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

dcourier Saturday, October 5, 2019 10:51:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

wwlp Saturday, October 5, 2019 8:44:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

brownsvilleherald Saturday, October 5, 2019 8:10:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

seattletimes Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:38:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

wftv Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

therepublic Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,"

startribune Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:17:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “In the past in the U.S., party members would dissociate themselves from disgraced leaders in order to preserve the party and their own reputations,”

680news Saturday, October 5, 2019 6:12:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says ( about Shane Jones ) : "The coalition agreement promised to expand public services in the regions, and Shane Jones has criticised privately-owned banks for withdrawing regional services while remaining silent on NZ Post and Kiwibank doing just that,"

Stuff Friday, October 4, 2019 7:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith says : "Had there been a consultation with the people of Stoke, we would have come up with a solution like a hub, without all of the drama and uncertainty," "It could have been managed better, but at least we're heading in the right direction"

Stuff Friday, October 4, 2019 7:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The strong petition, the public meeting, the difficulty Kiwibank had at the select committee and the potent leadership from Christine Tuffnell, who was just superb at the select committee, has helped deliver this result for Stoke,"

Stuff Tuesday, October 1, 2019 7:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "My only disappointment is that if Kiwibank and NZ Post had properly consulted with the community last November, this is the sort of solution that we could have come up with, without the uncertainty of the last 12 months and the gap in services that's going to occur between November and March while this new service is configured. But overall I'm delighted by the outcome,"

Stuff Tuesday, October 1, 2019 7:56:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith asked : "Why should someone like [the accused] … ever be able to exercise the right?"

nzherald Thursday, September 26, 2019 5:33:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It is difficult to have confidence in today's population figures and the decisions on the allocation of General, Maori and List seats when 16 per cent of New Zealanders did not complete Census 2018," "National has doubts as to whether these numbers are sufficiently robust for determining the boundaries for electorates for the 2020 Election"

nzherald Monday, September 23, 2019 10:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “Cooperation is possible and very welcome. Partnerships need to build — work in Russia should be easy for filmmakers, and now the situation is definitely moving in this direction. Russia is a very strong and independent national film industry — in my opinion, need to focus on its development in order to offer the market. And that’s when people will be ready for partnership,”

foreignaffairs-nz Thursday, September 19, 2019 9:55:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Any good attraction or event should regularly review what it is able to offer and ensure that it stays both relevant and vibrant for its visitors"

bbc Friday, September 13, 2019 8:35:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We are a long way from making us safer"

nzherald Thursday, September 12, 2019 9:14:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith dijo : “siempre Hemos sido los principales defensores de la Henge Docks y sus productos. Esta adquisición permite a Brydge para acelerar nuestra expansión en una probada categoría con productos que están muy alineados con nuestra hoja de ruta del producto. La oportunidad de aprovechar Henge Docks’ la reputación de Apple compatible con los productos, como el trampolín hacia productos similares de otras marcas clave, tales como Microsoft y Google es un hito para nuestra empresa y aumenta significativamente nuestro alcance en la industria”

pysnnoticias Thursday, September 5, 2019 8:11:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith insisted : "I'd just love to know what offence I committed," "Alright, the member will withdraw from the chamber"

newstalkzb Thursday, August 22, 2019 7:31:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's reasonable for me to say 'hey look can you tell me what I've done wrong' - because I don't like being thrown out,"

Stuff Thursday, August 22, 2019 6:32:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “To my knowledge, there were no weapons recovered from inside the vehicle now what could have been on his person, there’s no telling,”

fox5atlanta Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “At that time they went to retrieve the key fob to open the door again and that’s when he fled,”

fox5atlanta Thursday, August 22, 2019 5:46:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith : "The charge of a criminal offence will have a silencing effect. It will have a chilling effect on responsible people being able to properly question and challenge the intent of our judiciary"

nzherald Wednesday, August 21, 2019 4:35:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "He has in my view, damned it with faint praise,"

Stuff Tuesday, August 13, 2019 9:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith added : "It is encouraging to see that in many areas the numbers of exclusions for bullying are decreasing. "

oxfordtimes Monday, August 12, 2019 12:05:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20-gallon tank but now you have a 10-gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

tribune Friday, August 9, 2019 11:03:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

firstpost Friday, August 9, 2019 5:20:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

theglobeandmail Friday, August 9, 2019 3:50:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

4-traders Friday, August 9, 2019 3:13:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

firstpost Friday, August 9, 2019 2:13:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “It’s as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,”

trendnews-az Friday, August 9, 2019 1:53:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

wsau Friday, August 9, 2019 1:43:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It's as if you take your car to the shop and you have a 20 gallon tank but now you have a 10 gallon tank without your knowledge or permission,"

news-yahoo Friday, August 9, 2019 1:18:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith wrote : “This tragic accident has left a young boy clinging to life and a young man devastated,” “This accident will forever change those two people, their families, and will have a ripple effect across our entire county. It’s at this very trying time that we, as a county, should fall to our knees and pray fervently for mercy and peace. Now is not the time to place blame. Not on the deputy, not on the young boy, and most definitely not on his parents. Instead of wasting our breath condemning and judging, we all need to use it to cry out for God to place His hand on this young boy and return him home to his family. To bring peace and calm to a deputy who is absolutely broken. My heart hasn’t been this heavy in a long time. As your Sheriff, I’m responsible for speaking for my department, and all I ask is that you pray. Pray hard, and pray from the deepest parts of your heart, because there are two good people that need it now more than ever”

al Wednesday, August 7, 2019 1:04:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We may not see all of the benefits today, but our children will,”

al Saturday, August 3, 2019 6:47:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We may not see all of the benefits today, but our children will,”

al Monday, July 29, 2019 2:28:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : “We call ourselves barbecue gypsies. I mean, that’s what we are. We go into every town and we sell ribs and we leave for the next town,” “My dad says we’re meat rock stars”

tricitynews Monday, July 22, 2019 9:14:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The Nelson Marlborough District Health Board has repeatedly made serious mistakes in its handling of this case and needs to formally apologise to Sarah Preece,"

Stuff Tuesday, July 9, 2019 8:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It was unacceptable he was not attended to after three hours and that he was able to freely leave the hospital and go on to assault and rape Sarah Preece,"

Stuff Tuesday, July 9, 2019 8:40:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said ( about British ) : "The way this young woman is being treated is shocking. It should not be forgotten that her daughter is a British citizen who needs her mother to look after her. "

msn-uk Monday, July 8, 2019 8:01:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We'll come to that negotiation, I guess, at the end of the year,"

theage Thursday, July 4, 2019 12:11:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The coroner's findings must shake the Government out of its complacency over drug-impaired driving. The Coroner explicitly identifies cannabis as the cause of this horrific crash and adds to the groundswell of public support for random roadside drug testing,"

nzherald Friday, June 28, 2019 4:58:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith says : "The coroner’s findings must shake the Government out of its complacency over drug-impaired driving. The Coroner explicitly identifies cannabis as the cause of this horrific crash and adds to the groundswell of public support for random roadside drug testing,"

voxy Friday, June 28, 2019 2:25:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "The problem I have with this bill is it's out of step with a core part of our Kiwi culture, that respect for human life. In many parts of the world life's cheap. But here we go to extraordinary lengths to protect human life. It's actually not that New Zealanders are puritanical or deeply religious. It's actually a very down to earth, practical caring. It's why we've been a world leader in an area like Special Olympics and disability rights, in asserting that every life has value," "It's why we were one of the first countries in the world to get rid of the death penalty. We want to err on the side of life. The cold, calculating clauses in this bill allowing the termination of life of someone who's unwell or disabled contradicts those basic Kiwi values"

Stuff Wednesday, June 26, 2019 2:03:00 PM EAT

Nick Smith said : "We expect to be debated at our national conference at the end of July," "The argument for a four-year terms is as much about the fact that by the time a coalition Government is formed, that ministers become familiarised with their portfolios and advance reform through Parliament, that it's unlikely that within a three-year term the public will be able to judge whether those reforms are successful"

nzherald Wednesday, June 26, 2019 8:29:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "It has the NMIT board being sacked on day one, all the cash reserves and land assets being controlled from Wellington and the separate NMIT identity being dissolved in 2021," "This proposal to nationalise NMIT into a single national polytechnic is a disaster for Nelson"

Stuff Saturday, June 22, 2019 3:51:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "Pepin Island is an iconic property for Nelson because of its closeness to the city, its wild landscapes, and its beautiful coast adjacent to Delaware Bay, Cable Bay and the Wakapuaka Estuary,"

Stuff Sunday, June 9, 2019 6:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith said : "This means people are trespassing when kayaking, fishing or walking the land beyond the water's edge,"

Stuff Sunday, June 9, 2019 6:11:00 AM EAT

Nick Smith declaró : “No creo que a nadie le sorprenda el que a los hijos de los ricos les resulte más fácil cursar estudios en las principales universidades”

wsoctv Friday, March 15, 2019 6:53:00 PM EAT