# Stuart Nash's swan song

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Podcast: [Politics NZ](https://stenobird.com/podcast/politics-nz-7561226)
Published: 2026-07-24T17:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/politics-nz?share=a1c181ef-0891-4cb4-a344-0c0f9a33f120
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Duration seconds: 991

## Resource

Stuart Nash thought he'd found a political lifeline with New Zealand First. Instead, one text message triggered another spectacular downfall. RNZ deputy political editor Craig McCulloch breaks down the week. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

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