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Labour's awkward post-election problem

To understand the problem, you have to go back to a deal in 2017.

Local Focus: Rangitīkei candidates on which economy we should emulate

New Zealand is unique but isn't everywhere? Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Local Focus: Whanganui candidates talk about keeping people out of prison

Hipango's passion sets her apart on prisons and rehab. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

On the campaign trail with National's Chris Luxon

Chris Luxon has morphed from CEO to a politician - the Herald spent a day on his campaign.

Māori Party's John Tamihere closes the gap on Labour in Tāmaki Makaurau

A new poll shows a 6 point gap between Peeni Henare and John Tamihere in Tāmaki Makaurau

Electoral Commission trying to attract youth vote - is it working?

The commission is spending up to encourage participation. The numbers are revealed.

Advance NZ spotted campaigning too close to polling booth

The Electoral Commission says Advance NZ breached the election rules.

Judith the 'human hoarding' Collins back on the offensive in Auckland

Collins hit the campaign trail in Auckland today and became a 'human hoarding'.

Sasha Borissenko: Should we lower the voting age?

One has to question whether competency has ever been a prerequisite for voting?

Top medical experts on why they are urging a 'yes' vote in cannabis referendum

"A yes vote is a vote for health, not handcuffs."

Focus: Collins says Alfred Ngaro's comments are his own

National leader Judith Collins has defended "gross misinformation" by one of her MPs on social media.

Focus Live: Jacinda Ardern speaks to the media

Labour leader Jacinda Ardern speaks to media at the Māngere markets after doing two walkabouts in South Auckland.

Jacinda Ardern speaks to media after announcing $60m broadband promise

The Labour leader has visited markets in Māngere and Otara.

Labour promises $60m fund to improve internet in rural areas

Labour is also promising to spend $10m to improve mobile phone reception in the provinces.

'Legalise it': Sam Neill urges 'yes' in cannabis referendum

"NEW ZEALANDERS ! Kiwis everywhere! Make sure you vote in this vital election."

'Gross misinformation': Judith Collins defends Ngaro's social media post

Judith Collins is at the Howick Village Market in Auckland today.

Bruce Cotterill: Never mind the review — let's get building

Problems plaguing construction industry are obvious for all to see.

The electorates worth watching on election night

A number of the country's 72 electorates will be hotly contested.