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    Former Children's Commissioner and five-term National MP Roger McClay has died aged 80

    Former Children's Commissioner and five-term National MP Roger McClay has died aged 80


    McClay represented the Taupo and Waikarimoana electorates for 15 years - holding multiple portfolios including Youth Affairs and Education.

    Rotorua MP Todd McClay says his father had a lifelong passion for child rights and helping young people get ahead.

    He says Roger McClay died peacefully surrounded by family - after a five-year cancer battle.

    He will be honoured at a service in Taupo on Thursday.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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