Jacinda Ardern’s valedictory speech in full
Outgoing New Zealand prime minister touches on the pandemic, the Christchurch massacre and what it means to be leader in final address
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has delivered her farewell speech to New Zealand parliament. In an emotional address, she talked about the challenges of her time in power – including Covid, March 15 and the climate crisis – as well as the progress she is proud of. This is her speech in full:
Te whare e tu nei
Te marae e takoto ana
Tena korua
E nga mate maha
Haere, haere, haere