Labour MP Clayton Cosgrove says there is "no higher honour in a democracy" than to be elected to serve your country.
Every retiring or resigning MP is offered the chance to give a farewell adress to the House, known as a valedictory statement, and this year 15 MPs have taken that opportunity including Clayton Cosgrove.
He reflects on the toppling of his mentor ex-Labour leader Mike Moore, and the generosity of a potential voter who offered up a bag of marijuana to raise campaign funds.
Clayton Cosgrove shares stories of his time as an MP while giving his valedictory statement. Photo: VNP / Daniela Maoate-Cox
