The Press debate got heated, with the power brokers given one last chance to give their pitches to voters. Keep Reading

"There is no benefit to giving millions of dollars to already wealthy landlords." Keep Reading

Some electorates have shifted considerably since the data was last collected in 2020. Keep Reading

Opinion - The rules are clear on what happens if a candidate dies during an election campaign, and it could change who will be our next government, but are they out of date?, Andrew Geddis writes. Keep Reading

Labour and National have renewed attacks on each other's fiscal policies, each claiming their opponent's costings don't add up. Keep Reading

The Labour leader has accused National of holding a “really radical” view of co-governance that would end a long track record of successful initiatives under successive governments. Keep Reading

It comes as political polls suggest support for Labour has flatlined at about 26%, and that National may need to look to both ACT and NZ First in order to form a government. Keep Reading

The final finance debate of the election campaign was another fiery clash between Grant Robertson and Nicola Willis over government spending and National's tax plan. Keep Reading

Waiariki front runners agree on most points, but differ on what an effective government looks like for Māori. Keep Reading

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says support for National in the polls is "well and truly overstated", predicting a much tighter race than some might expect. Keep Reading

In case anyone hadn’t had enough campaigning just days out from the election, the political chit chat has now turned to the prospect of a second election. Keep Reading

The party recently vowed to make a sharp U-turn on 80km/h highway speed limits, returning them to 100km/h. Keep Reading

The National Party ramped up efforts over the weekend to stop New Zealand First from holding the balance of power by raising the prospect of a second election. Keep Reading

WHAT HAS CHRIS BISHOP SEEN that has so unhinged him? Why would National’s Campaign Manager, whose party is currently attracting by far the largest share of voter support, suddenly start babbling about a second election? In all its long history of responsible government: from the 1850s to the pres Keep Reading

Labour's finance spokesperson Grant Robertson said it's a sign National's campaign is "falling apart". Keep Reading

Labour's strong connection to Pasifika voters has been around for decades, but that is slowly changing - and experts say this election will be crucial. Keep Reading

National says risk it can't cut a deal with NZ First will force a second election Keep Reading

It’s been three years since NZ had a coalition government. So it’s time to refresh our memories about the delicate dance that comes with forming one – and what happens if that goes awry. Keep Reading

“Seventeen Māori leaders spoke up a week ago ‘calling for an end to race-baiting and racist comments in our countries’ election campaigns’. They pointed at New Zealand First, Act and National — but, in my opinion, Act is by far the worst.” — Nicky Hager. Keep Reading

Talking politics in Napier and on the East Coast reveals a democracy divided in the shadow of the storm. Keep Reading

“This election is not just a battle of policies. On one level, this is our own Voice referendum. It is our own opportunity as a nation to reject the politics of anti-Māori hate.” — Tina Ngata. Keep Reading

Out of the blue, Chris Hipkins and the governing party find some electoral love, faintly reminiscent of Jacindamania. Tim Murphy joined the throng. Keep Reading

While Luxon boasts National's poll advantage, Hipkins says Labour can win the election next Saturday. Keep Reading

"We're going to pull out all the stops… we are going to win the election next Saturday." Keep Reading

Hipkins says the mood has changed in the final week of campaigning. Keep Reading