Andrew Bayly

Andrew Henry Bayly is a New Zealand politician and businessman who has served as the Member of Parliament for Port Waikato since 2020. A member of the National Party, he previously held several ministerial portfolios, including Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, before resigning from his ministerial roles in February 2025. Prior to his political career, Bayly worked as a merchant banker and was a director for various companies. He is also known for his extensive background in adventure racing and mountaineering, having completed expeditions to both the North and South Poles.