“A nice blue, National Party evening': Rutherford claims victory in Bay of Plenty
With 34,514 of the votes counted, Rutherford had 19,589 votes.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromNZ Parliament
'There’s a tide turning,' Te Pāti Māori co-leader Rawiri Waititi says in Waiariki
Waititi called for a Māori electoral commission after voting issues were reported today.
'Paint the town blue': Uffindell claims victory in Tauranga
"I’ll keep advocating hard within the National Party to make sure [Tauranga is heard]"
All you need to know for election day
Haven't voted yet? Here's what you need to know for election day.
Caution turning into confidence on National’s three-day bus tour
Warnings of a tight election continue but expectations are rising.
Editorial: The election, the climate and the uncomfortable truth
OPINION: Our editorial on latest report by the Ministry for the Environment and Stats NZ.
'A strategic error': What has prompted suggestions of a second election?
Plus, today's On the Campaign looks at the two electorate races in Wellington Central.
Act candidate Neil Christensen dies, by-election to be held
He was standing in the Port Waikato electorate.
Beehive Diaries: The Tāmaki cup of tea, the last Chris of the Week
Why was Paula Bennett having a cup of tea in Tāmaki?
Chris Hipkins on parenting, politics and his secret passion
The PM opens up about his marriage break-up, being a solo dad and his precious possessions
As NZ First and Act continue to bicker, is there room for Top in Parliament?
Top is keen to enter Parliament - does Ilam want to help them get there?
Election 2023: Luxon apologises for tax policy inaccuracies - immediately repeats error
Luxon countered Labour's tax position was "more fractured than the [Ranfurly] shield".
The most exciting two-party race this election isn’t between Labour and National
Tāmaki has been a stronghold of the National Party, but this election is different.
Editorial: Early voting starts, have your say in the best way for you
OPINION: Our editorial on early voting as the official voting period begins.
Election 2023: Will we see a slump in voter turnout?
As advance voting gets under way, the signs point to a significant drop in participation.
Yoga with Top’s Raf Manji, and why he thinks he can win Ilam
Plus Manji doesn't like the way Labour used the mosque attacks as a recruiting tool.
'Are you high right now?': The bar room debate for Auckland Central
"Are you stoned right now?" Auckland Central candidates go head to head on Karangahape Rd.
How Australia could sway the NZ election
A new campaign aims to get ex-pat Kiwis to vote in the upcoming election.
Robertson v Willis: Who is winning over businesses on the campaign trail?
On the Campaign, September 26: The pair went face to face today at a MYOB-NZME debate.
Audrey Young: Why Luxon made NZ First coalition call
OPINION: Christopher Luxon ran out of excuses on the coalition question.
'Last opportunity': Why Luxon, Hipkins only have a few days left to win your vote
Plus, what to make of National's NZ First decision?
Beehive Diaries: Luxon's scorecard, the week ahead
The Chrises prepare to face off again next week.
Claire Trevett: Pity Luxon as Peters and Seymour react like Mentos and Coke
Two things Labour hopes will get it back in the race: Peters and National's own numbers.
Minor party debate: Which leader was 'trudging along behind' the others?
Plus, Labour faces more MP bullying drama.
Roads around Parliament to close, police warn of protests
Groundswell NZ travelling to Auckland, separate march on Parliament grounds planned.
Editorial: Celebrating women’s achievements amid ongoing struggle for rights
OPINION: Our editorial on women's rights as we mark the 130th anniversary of suffrage.
'No red flags' about anti-fluoride, anti-mandate comments, says Nats candidate
Ryan Hamilton says his views were not raised in his candidate selection.
Hipkins, Luxon gear up for debate - how are they rating their chances?
Plus, what happened during Act's chaotic party launch?
Beehive Diaries: Who is the best debater, and what’s Chippy been eating?
Chris Luxon thinks Chis Hipkins is a great debater - is he?
Claire Trevett: The questions Luxon won't answer, and Seymour waits and watches
Why Luxon and deputy Nicola Willis are trying to avoid a spreadsheets at dawn showdown.
'Bloodbath': The community likely to take a big swing against Labour
Plus, why has Nicola Willis said she'll resign over a policy?
live
'Irresponsible and unaffordable': Chris Hipkins slams National's policies
The election campaign is nearing the end of its second week.
Helen Clark joins distinguished international group
Helen Clark is now one of The Elders, a group set up by Nelson Mandela.