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The NZ First leader says he will not support Act's referendum call - but wants changes.
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Jones says it is anathema to how NZ First believes the country and Māori should develop.
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Deputy political editor Thomas Coughlan answers your questions.
We should be careful of accepting any political party which claims to support 'business'
OPINION: Rob Campbell looks at the business of government.
Mike Hosking: Luxon holds the coalition power, people forget that
OPINION: NZ First does not hold the balance of power in the previously understood sense.
Act and NZ First make first contact in coalition talks
National's Chris Bishop, NZ First's Shane Jones seen in Wellington hotel as talks go on.
Government coalition talks: The wins that make a three-way handshake
What big gains will Act and NZ First be seeking to score in negotiations with National?
Bid to halt proposed building tax hike
Accountant rings alarm bells over National's proposal to end depreciation deductibility.
Audrey Young: The departing MPs I'll miss the most
OPINION: Also in today's wrap: Peters' petulance continues; closest races set for recount.
National and Act approaching deal ahead of NZ First caucus meeting
To date, the leaders of Act and NZ First haven't spoken.
Will the Māori Health Authority be scrapped?
The parties who will form the next government plan to scrap the Maori Health Authority.
'Sideshow': Peters confirms Seymour meeting will go ahead
Seymour says their frosty relationship 'hasn't changed', but they can work together.
NZ energy likely to change under National-led government
The energy sector is poised for a reversal of the oil and gas exploration ban.
'I'm a people person' - Peters vows face-to-face with Seymour
The NZ First leader spoke today at his party's Port Waikato byelection campaign launch.
Pasifika community in for 'rough ride' under new Government
Act has said it wants to get rid of the Ministry for Pacific Peoples.
Election kingmaker Peters to launch Port Waikato byelection campaign
The byelection was sparked by the sudden death of Act Party candidate Neil Christensen.
Special votes confirm Winston Peters holds the power - so what does he really want?
Another week of big stories covered by the NZ Herald podcast team.
Steven Joyce: Rolling back regulation will be new Govt's first mission
OPINION: And the other tasks new Government needs to get to work on.
Claire Trevett: Luxon's 'last resort' becomes reality - what next?
OPINION: Seymour and Peters are putting on a show of shelving campaign grievances.
'Relieved' veteran MP flips seat; Luxon keen to get 'cracking', Ex-minister pushes for recount
'We don't want this to string out': Luxon says on coalition negotiations.
'Swallow some of those words': Why Luxon is unlikely to be happy about final votes
The final results will force National and Act to work with NZ First.
‘We can expedite this’: Winston Peters speaks about final election results
NZ First leader says Christopher Luxon spoke to him at two minutes past 2pm today.
Special votes: Official General Election result is declared – what happens now?
The special votes may be counted - but machinations of the General Election are not over.
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Final election results to be announced – here's what could change in special votes count
One veteran National MP is on the cusp of not getting back in.
Audrey Young: Christopher Luxon eats his words after Supie collapse
OPINION: Suddenly, National thinks the new Grocery Commissioner should be given a chance.
Audrey Young: What Act and NZ First would want in coalition negotiations
OPINION: Could Winston Peters demand to be Deputy Prime Minister?
Christopher Luxon won't attend Pacific Islands Forum
Carmel Sepuloni and Gerry Brownlee will go in his place.
National and Act likely to need NZ First for the win
OPINION: On Friday at 2pm, Kiwis will find out the final results of the October election.
'Move as quickly as we can': Luxon says coalition negotiations moving forward
The final count of election votes will be revealed on Friday.
Nats unwilling to Act on Treaty referendum
Prime Minister-elect Christoper Luxon is standing fast on no Treaty referendum.
Winston Peters suggests quick Government formation after special votes counted
The final and full election result is due to be released on Friday afternoon.
Beehive Diaries: How close did Luxon get to going to Paris?
With coalition negotiations still ongoing, the PM-elect had to make a tough decision.
'Not the image of stability': Why Luxon is keen to keep Peters out of the spotlight
Plus, a cryptic text from Winston Peters as speculation grows over coalition discussions.
Audrey Young: There's only one sensible pick for Deputy PM
OPINION: Christopher Luxon has been given ample reason this week to tread carefully.