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The party was focused on growing its influence long term rather than election by election, she said. Ngarewa-Packer was campaigning for the candidate vote, party vote and to encourage Māori onto the Māori roll.

, and Good Oil Staff

July 25, 2026 . 6:30 AM

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“Going into 2026, we have proven what it is that we can do; we’ve shown every other party that we have tough seasons.”

The party was focused on growing its influence long term rather than election by election, she said.

Ngarewa-Packer was campaigning for the candidate vote, party vote, and to encourage Māori onto the Māori roll.

“We have a large proportion of our people who don’t vote, who aren’t interested.”

NZ Herald