New Zealand heads to polls tomorrow with election still too close to call
Labour and National both poll just under 30 per cent with Opportunity party set to decide the coalition.
New Zealand's election enters its final day tomorrow after a tense TVNZ debate watched by about 25 per cent of the electorate. Labour and National are locked in a tight race.
Both poll just under 30 per cent and both fall short of a majority without coalition partners. Opportunity, a new party using the teal label, champions integrity and climate action.
It is shaping as kingmaker in post-election negotiations. The debate heavily featured Australia, with parties discussing how to bring home Kiwi expats, copy Australia's vape rules, and avoid its "failed" social media ban.
Finance Minister Nicola Willis defended New Zealand's economic position, noting inflation and interest rates are lower here than in Australia.
- November 7
- Election date
- just under 30 per cent each
- Labour and National poll
- Opportunity
- Kingmaker party
Why it mattersThe outcome determines who leads New Zealand and which parties shape policy on the economy, climate, and social issues over the next three years.
AustraliaResults change New Zealand's government and will reshape Australia-NZ relations, from trade to defence and social policy alignment.
