How well do we really know our politicians and the personal values and experiences they bring to decisions that affect us all?
Newshub Nation's Backstory series goes behind the scenes into the lives, homes and childhood photo albums of our political leaders.
She's been a fixture in parliament for 12 years, as MP for Auckland Central and at times a Minister.
Nikki Kaye hosted Newshub Nation at her house this week, to talk about love, surviving cancer, and the impact of politics on her personal life.
