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Paula Bennett is deputy leader of the National Party.
What was the best birthday present you ever received, and why?
When I was a teenager I was given a sewing machine. It was the best present I ever received because I was able to trade it in for a Honda 50cc motorbike, which I loved.
What smell do you find irresistible?
Vanilla.
What is your least favourite thing about humanity?
How unnecessarily cruel some people can be to each other. I see it on social media all the time and it's hurtful and unnecessary.
What is one strong childhood memory?
I grew up in a small village. I remember summers of sunshine, swimming and freedom.
What is your message?
Don't rely on Government for everything. You get out of life what you put in. Go hard and have fun.
