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'I’ve 100% lost the love of my life, which is hard – you only have one, right?'

Christopher Luxon's irritating answer about pay equity.

NZ Herald Leaders' Debate and retirement age discussed by two industry leaders.

Lisa Eagle sought answers on cancer scans as Chris Barrett challenged both leaders.

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Katie Bradford talks to Lisa Eagle and Chris Barrett about the head-to-head between Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins. Video / NZ Herald

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Wong says she will call Luxon on November 7 if National wins the most votes.

Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins went head-to-head in the Herald's Leaders Debate.

OPINION: Both parties' plans rely on implausible economic forecasts.

NZ First proposes changes to fast-track law, National disagrees

Jay Findlater, 40, says more needs to be invested in bowel cancer screening and treatment.

It comes ahead of the second leaders' debate tonight.

The latest poll shows no path to power for National without Opportunity.

Three polls last week reflected how tight the election is shaping up.

'What's good for the goose is good for the gander,' Labour's campaign chair says.

National has also attacked Labour over its fiscal plan.

National urges two ticks blue as its highest-ranked list MPs risk missing out.

OPINION: The business case for building dams in NZ has been weak since the Muldoon era.

National unveils its fiscal plan as parties call on former leaders for help.

The National Party has released its fiscal plan, detailing how it plans to pay for its election promises. Video / NZ Herald

OPINION: Where is the vision, gentlemen? Give people a reason to hope for better times.

Labour estimates families with solar could save around $1000 a year.

The National Party announced their new education policy this morning. Video / NZ Herald

OPINION: Opportunity must prove it can go right if it wants to become the kingmaker.

Both National and Labour will be hoping some undecided Kiwis head their way before Nov 7.

The National Party is promising to establish a new marine reserve off Waiheke Island and to expand an existing reserve off Goat Island if elected. Video / NZ Herald

National Leader Christopher Luxon and Fisheries spokesperson Todd McClay made a policy announcement on Auckland's North Shore. Video / NZ Herald

Cheung is complimentary of Christopher Luxon but admits the PM isn't flash with the media.