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Qiulae Wong speaks to supporters after the election results
Opportunity leader Qiulae Wong speaks to supporters at World Cup Lounge Eden Park, Auckland, after the election results.
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Do business and pleasure mix? Craig Stobo's 'uncomfortable' requests at FMA to merge private, public trips
FMA records show Craig Stobo, now an NZ First candidate, repeatedly sought funding.
Could Opportunity fall short despite strong polling?
Will we know who won on election night? Katie Bradford, Tim Hurdle and Adam Pearse unpack the Michael Laws fallout, Opportunity’s 5% gamble and the seats to watch.
A feminist critique of MPs cosying up to gangs and the 'special place in hell' awaiting some
OPINION: I was sure these female MPs would apologise when the photos came out.
Election 2026: Opportunity defends rule that could allow two board members to veto coalition
Qiulae Wong says Opportunity will review its constitution next year.
NZ Herald LIVE: Chris Hipkins speaks to the media
Labour leader Chris Hipkins speaks to the media in New Lynn. Video / Stuff
'Silly mistake' or pattern? Laws' sexism scandals through the years
Previous controversies include Michael Laws suggesting some women 'invite' domestic abuse.
Government's books in better shape than expected, National says 'our plan is working'
The deficit is smaller than expected.
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, November 5, 2026
NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Thursday, November 5, 2026. The unemployment rate rises to 5.7% and Donald Trump suffers a heavy defeat in the US midterms. Video / NZ Herald
National turns guns on NZ First as Michael Laws drags party into yet another scandal
The Michael Laws scandal has battered the coalition.
In the animal kingdom, many parasites die with their host. Act and NZ First should remember this
OPINION: Self-interest is also behind the Nats resistance to the vote -splitting campaign.
'Creepy misogynist': Opportunity candidate says Michael Laws' apology falls short
Kayla Kingdon-Bebb said he should rule himself out of taking public office.
Election 2026 Campaign Diary: Does NZ First have a women problem?
OPINION: Michael Laws has three rules for transgressions: accept, apologise, atone.
Final sprint: Major parties make last pitch to undecided Kiwis
NZ Herald political reporter Ethan Griffiths joins The Front Page to discuss the election’s final days, MPs at risk and why a result could take weeks.
Polls diverge on whether National or Labour manage key issues the best
A new poll out today suggested National controlled most key issues better.
'Makes my skin crawl': Opportunity leader says Laws unfit for politics
Michael Laws apologises but the political outrage continues.
'Makes my skin crawl': Quilae Wong and other politicians react to Michael Laws’ sexist comments
Quilae Wong, Winston Peters, Christopher Luxon and others react to Michael Laws’ sexist remarks. Video / NZ Herald
Qiulae Wong speaks to the media
Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong speaks to reporters in Wellington. Video / NZ Herald
The data showing Labour might need much more support than polls indicate
Analysis: If Labour wants to be in the driver's seat post-election, it might need 35%.
Chlöe Swarbrick votes at the University of Auckland
Green Party Co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick casts her vote at the advance voting place at the University of Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Still on the fence this election? Compare all the big policies to decide how you'll vote
Here's a one-stop shop helping you compare campaign promises.
Banks Peninsula: Christchurch's biggest electorate is a swing seat
Banks Peninsula turnout last time reached 84%, against 78% nationwide.
NZ Herald Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to media
National Party leader Christopher Luxon speaks to the media from Petone. Video / NZ Herald
The return of ‘Luigi’s ferret’: Michael Laws on why populism is democracy
Michael Laws says it was wrong to start Treaty settlements without a public mandate.
Dozens of public servants on paid gardening leave – some for years
Two police employees had been on restricted duties for a combined 2763 days.
Letters: Likely coalition partners' policies just as important to voters
OPINION: Our voting choices have wide implications.
Poll slump: Are Don Brash and Harry Mowbray this election’s Kim Dotcom?
OPINION: The overhang campaign appears to be falling flat.
Left and right blocs neck and neck as election goes down to the wire
Opportunity's projected seven seats could put it in the kingmaker position.
'Disqualify me': Qiulae Wong offers to have her Auckland race result voided
Opportunity leader says it's an 'appropriate outcome' after missing name transfer cut-off.
New poll leaves race on a knife edge as Opportunity holds the keys to power
National and Labour gain, but neither bloc can govern alone.