Fortunately New Zealand doesn't have land borders so we are able to be somewhat more rigorous on who gets in and out of our country than perhaps some people.

We just sent our condolences to the President of the United States and the American people on what is a terrible, terrible tragedy.

I think the issue of North Korea is one where the international community as a whole has to work to resolve the crisis.

Marine protected areas, and particularly no-take zones, are very effective in allowing regeneration of fish stocks.

I only take on roles that I'm passionate about. Life is too short to do things that you're not happy with.

I felt really compromised. I think legal marriage is unnecessary and I would not have formalised the relationship [with husband Peter Davis] except for going into Parliament. I have always railed against it privately.

I think that generally New Zealand is respected for the positions it takes because it thinks them through.