Zach Castles

Guest writer

Zach Castles was a political adviser to two senior cabinet ministers in the fifth National-led Government. Now London-based, he works as a public affairs consultant helping companies navigate Brexit and other matters.

The National leader race will put the party’s famed stability to the test

The National leader race will put the party’s famed stability to the test

As the contest unfolds, expect deals, departures and a determination to keep ructions away from public sight, writes former National government adviser Zach Castles.

By Zach Castles | 18th February, 2018

The party isn’t over: Why National’s message is needed now more than ever

The party isn’t over: Why National’s message is needed now more than ever

As it adjusts to life in opposition, National needs to focus on defending capitalism against a coalition of socialists and populists, writes former National ministerial adviser Zach Castles.

By Zach Castles | 26th October, 2017