Everything that photo tells us about Winston, Chris and David's talks on forming a government
An in-depth analysis of the photographic evidence from the first meeting.
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Peters departs milestone meeting; Seymour calls it short but 'wonderful'
The milestone meeting has happened, but talks could still carry on for days.
Shane Jones signals Waitangi 'reset' as NZ First warms up to Act's Treaty ideas
NZ First has made supportive remarks about Act's approach to Māori.
National, Act, NZ First meeting could happen today - Seymour
However, there have been no sightings of Winston Peters today.
Editorial: Caretaker Government to continue awaiting coalition agreement
OPINION: These negotiations will be the second-lengthiest in the history of MMP.
'Aligned on big goals': Luxon says coalition talks ongoing, but attending Apec looks unlikely
Christopher Luxon's Apec deadline draws closer with only days left.
Questions over why ex-Minister's office disagreed with Hamas attack tweet advice
The tweet led to Nanaia Mahuta admitting she could have used stronger language.
Chris Hipkins to be sworn in as PM again in constitutional oddity
Two other vote recounts - both in Auckland - are due to begin on Monday.
Poor poll, leaks and bullying allegation extend the pain for Labour
The party has been kicked out of government and continues to feel the aftershocks.
Winston Peters: Waitangi Tribunal involved in decision-making which is not democratic
The NZ First leader says he will not support Act's referendum call - but wants changes.
Shane Jones: No place for guilt-tripping in NZ First policy
Jones says it is anathema to how NZ First believes the country and Māori should develop.
We should be careful of accepting any political party which claims to support 'business'
OPINION: Rob Campbell looks at the business of government.
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.
Māori will 'go to war' if Treaty referendum takes place
Willie Jackson has hit out over a proposed referendum which would reinterpret the Treaty.
The multimillion-dollar health problem that could hurt the new Government’s plans
A big pay parity problem will be a fiscal challenge for the incoming government.
National and Act approaching deal ahead of NZ First caucus meeting
To date, the leaders of Act and NZ First haven't spoken.
State of the nation in nine charts: What country is Luxon inheriting?
Economist: Strong domestic inflation pressures are expected for some time yet.
'Sideshow': Peters confirms Seymour meeting will go ahead
Seymour says their frosty relationship 'hasn't changed', but they can work together.
'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.
Claire Trevett: Luxon's 'last resort' becomes reality - what next?
OPINION: Seymour and Peters are putting on a show of shelving campaign grievances.
Incoming Govt looks unlikely to have any Pasifika MPs
National's Angee Nicholas was set to be the sole Pacific MP in Government.
Audrey Young: What Act and NZ First would want in coalition negotiations
OPINION: Could Winston Peters demand to be Deputy Prime Minister?
'Frustrating': Some electorates only started counting special votes this week
Politicians want to balance ease of voting with measures to protect electoral integrity.
Christopher Luxon won't attend Pacific Islands Forum
Carmel Sepuloni and Gerry Brownlee will go in his place.
'Thin Lizzy the problem away': Mongrel Mob hires lawyer over Nats' gang patch policy
The gang says the policies are “hot air and a waste of taxpayer time and money”.
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.
How will Luxon handle the cards he holds?
OPINION: Kenny Rogers is enjoying a post-election comeback in the Tai Tōkerau pubs.
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.
'About accountability': David Seymour talks tough on Reserve Bank remit
The Act leader wants the Monetary Policy Committee gone and the inflation target reduced.