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Australian betting website offering odds on our election
The website is offering the lowest odds for the National Party to win the most seats
Vote 2017: Herald Election Forecast - the final reckoning
Despite poll volatility, our forecast has been consistent, with one clear outcome
Mike Hosking: There is no 'youth quake'
Comment: Mike Hosking argues that the much-vaunted youth quake isn't happening.
Steve Braunias: The best of Election 2017
A satirical Steve Braunias' 10 best things about the craziest campaign since the last one.
Vote 2017: Election Forecast has National ahead
Latest Herald Election Forecast shows National edging towards a majority.
Is 37 too young to be Prime Minister?
A new poll shows whether Kiwis care about Jacinda Ardern's relative youth.
Housing plans 'cynicism, no substance': Expert
Labour and National are making promises can't deliver on regarding the housing shortage
Peters: No support for Labour's water tax plans
He made the announcement in Ashburton today in front of more than 100 people.
Almost 1000 attend a FIRST union rally
The Labour and Green Party leaders have made a joint appearance at FIRST union rally.
Local Focus: Mood on the streets - Pirirakau
Local Focus speaks to the Māori community of Pirirakau. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Steve Maharey: A political star was born
COMMENT: Win or lose, Jacinda Ardern has made her mark at this election.
Labour candidate gatecrashes English's campaign
Bill English made a swift exit when approached by Janette Walker a Blenheim cafe.
How cards might fall at Ardern's top table
Political editor Audrey Young speculates on what a Labour-led Cabinet could look like.
Poll: It's Harawira vs Davis and the difference is clear
Who's ahead in Te Tai Tokerau? There's a new poll and the outcome is clear.
Q&A: Jacinda Ardern answers your questions
Join our live chat with Labour leader Jacinda Ardern.
Local Focus: Waikato candidates' local history test
Waikato candidates answer the important questions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Bogan' Ardern exhorts young people to enrol
Labour leader Jacinda Ardern looked back to her "bogan" days on the farm in Waikato.
Hubbard endorses Labour over climate stance
Wealthy businessman and former Auckland Mayor Dick Hubbard is endorsing Labour.
Partners shed light on leaders
Today we talk to the people who know the leaders best - their partners.
Rodney Hide: Too close to call
OPINION: What's on special? The election is looking like an impulse buy.
English takes aim at Labour
The PM has accused Labour of driving an urban-rural divide during the election campaign.
Love, politics, pillow talk - Bill and Jacinda's partners tell all
Dr Mary English and Clarke Gayford tell us why their partner should be the next PM.
Crunch time for Budget numbers
Parties' expected surpluses much the same - but health is a key difference.
Voters deserve better on Labour tax plan
Opinion: There's a case for capital gains tax - Labour should make it.
Labour v National: What's in it for you?
Would you be better off under a Labour or National Government?
Metiria Turei returns to campaign spotlight
The Green Party is downplaying the risk of putting Metiria Turei back in the spotlight.
Maori Party call to sort out water ownership
Maori Party says much more work is required on water before any water tax is applied.
Herald Election Forecast predicts Labour victory
New update factors in latest poll info.
Jacinda Adern feted by Coast Labour faithful
The Jacinda roadshow packed out the Regent Theatre in Greymouth this morning.
Ardern unveils West Coast development plans
Labour leader promises $20m upgrade for Buller Hospital and funding for cycle trails.
Ardern asked to lead six days before Little exit
Jacinda Ardern says she refused first invitation to lead Labour.
Local Focus: Wairarapa Candidates - Local knowledge test
Wairarapa candidates answer the important questions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Party promises for tackling youth suicide
The NZ Herald asked those contesting the election what they would do about youth suicide.