How NZ First retains support by absorbing fragmented Right-Wing votes
NZ First continues to poll strongly by attracting voters from fragmented anti-establishment and conspiracy-driven right-wing movements in New Zealand.

NZ First continues to poll strongly by attracting voters from fragmented anti-establishment and conspiracy-driven right-wing movements in New Zealand.

As Election 2026 approaches, Labour’s Māori Caucus faces a strategic choice. Targeting Māori voters who backed National may matter more than fighting the Māori Party for electorates.

As the election campaign ramps up, concerns are growing about increasingly toxic media attacks targeting Māori organisations.

Labour MP Peeni Henare has announced he will not seek re-election, saying it is time to step back from politics and focus on his family and wellbeing.

The Green Party has confirmed Francisco Hernandez and Scott Willis as its candidates for the Dunedin and Taieri electorates ahead of the election.