NZ First’s polling support remains above its 2023 election result, and the party could again prove essential to forming a centre-right government, according to figures and coalition analysis reported by Reuters.
Opportunity leader Qiulae Wong is courting centre-right voters while acknowledging her party may end up negotiating with Labour, after Christopher Luxon again ruled out working with her.
Allegations of vote rigging and ballot theft in Manurewa's local elections spark concerns about electoral integrity and community trust in New Zealand's democratic processes.
Winston Peters asserts his pivotal role in New Zealand's upcoming election, challenging traditional two-party dominance and emphasizing New Zealand First's rejuvenated candidate list.
Opportunity party leader Qiulae Wong considers compromising on tax reform for significant policy wins in potential National-led coalition negotiations.
Winston Peters criticizes Chris Hipkins over COVID vaccine decisions and questions both Labour's economic management and media bias ahead of the New Zealand election.
Winston Peters calls for revisiting New Zealand's conversion therapy ban and abortion laws, sparking political debate amid election campaigns.
Labour's proposal to enforce a living wage in the public service sparks debate on economic implications and productivity challenges in New Zealand.
Jamie Beaton advocates for New Zealand to adopt Singapore's education policies to enhance competitiveness and foster a new generation of globally-minded entrepreneurs.
New Zealand political parties reveal varied stances on animal welfare issues in SPCA's election scorecard, highlighting divides on dog control, intensive farming, and fireworks regulation.
Source: rnz.co.nz The ACT Party proposes removing the cap on tax-deductible charitable donations to encourage philanthropy and boost New Zealand's economy.
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National's Nicola Willis and Labour's Barbara Edmonds engage in a finance-focused debate amid RNZ's latest political poll indicating a decline for both parties.
National unveils a small-business plan to streamline employment processes and reduce bureaucratic burdens in New Zealand.
Chlöe Swarbrick criticizes National's negative campaign tactics amid debates on fiscal plans and climate goals in New Zealand politics.
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