NZ Election 2020

Winning is 'very difficult' if there are 'perceptions of disunity' - Collins

The National Party leader says she has learnt "so much" over the last three years.

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'The next exciting chapter': Billy TK confirms split from Advance NZ, say it's an effort to 'restore autonomy'

The controversial leader says he'll remain friends with Jami-Lee Ross.

What went wrong for National?

Peter Wilson takes a look at how the cards fell.

Labour will 'do a few wacky things' with or without the Greens - Bridges

Simon Bridges says Labour will struggle to "look centrist" to keep voters they've been "lent" by National.

The Kitchen Cabinet podcast: Tova dishes on scathing Jami-Lee Ross Interview

Hear what sparked Tova's brutal opening statement.

Analysis: Which ethnic groups are under-represented in Parliament, and the parties to blame

Parliament still does not fully represent the New Zealand population, writes Paul Spoonley.

NZ Election quiz: Do you know these incoming new MPs?

Test your knowledge here.

'There's a huge misconception': ACT deputy leader on why she stopped voting Green

The 27-year-old is no stranger to Wellington's halls of power.

NZ Election quiz: Test your knowledge about the results

How well do you know the preliminary results?

The 2020 NZ election saw record vote volatility - what does that mean for the next Labour Government?

The challenge will be for Labour to capitalise on this landmark in New Zealand electoral history, writes Jack Vowles.

Winning election a 'big ask' - National leader Judith Collins

"No first-term opposition under MMP has got more than 30 percent."

'Can't be each other's enemies': Collins doesn't believe colleagues are conspiring against her

She wants her MPs to focus on the future, not the past.

'Know how a Pākehā feels walking onto a marae': Māori Party's Waititi arrives at Parliament

His place in Parliament is not guaranteed with special votes still to be counted.

What happens if electorate candidates are tied after the election

Preliminary results are very close in at least three electorates.

Revealed: Labour will not be forming a formal coalition with the Greens

The Prime Minister is planning a lower-level support arrangement with the Greens.

Ousted National MP to lead prayer for NZ on steps of Beehive on last day in the job

"This week, I am inviting you to join me in praying for our nation."

'I support Judith as the leader': MP who slammed Collins in leaked email speaks out

"Good girl," Judith Collins told Denise Lee as she joined her at the podium during a press conference.

Billy TK admits '200,000 disqualified vote' figure was nonsense, doubles down on debunked 'smiley face' theory

The Electoral Commission rubbished claims Advance NZ had lost a "rigged election" yesterday.

'Goodness, why'd I do that?': Collins admits she could have done better but expects to remain leader

National's deputy leader Gerry Brownlee also has no intention of stepping down.

Jacinda Ardern reveals timeline for deciding on coalition partners, ministers, Deputy PM

It comes after a "preliminary discussion" with the Green Party co-leaders on Monday.

'I am getting emotional': National's Lee tears up thinking of departing MPs

She's not the only Nat upset to see many of their colleagues leaving.

'Piers Morgan was slipping in my DMs': Tova O'Brien reflects on viral fame after 'savage' interview

O'Brien has gone viral for her interview with disgraced former National MP, Jami-Lee Ross.

Labour's top tax rate: Here's how it will affect you

Labour says it will introduce a tax rate of 39 percent on income over $180,000.

Ardern admits her 'significantly sized team' will have to familiarise with 'very different workplace'

The Labour leader has no plans to change her deputy, meaning Kelvin Davis could become Deputy Prime Minister.

'An interesting suggestion': Bloomfield questioned over possible political career

"A Deputy PM outside of Parliament and not one that has been elected - what do you reckon?"

Why some 'staunch blue' farmers voted Labour

The election saw many seats traditionally won by National go to Labour.

'A tough day': National MPs 'disappointed', backing Collins and want leakers to front up

Tim Macindoe struck out at leakers saying: "You have cost a number of people their jobs."

The four big things the new Government needs to focus on, according to an economist

The election of a potentially single-party Government provides an opportunity to do more, says Cameron Bagrie.

I'm going vegan and it's a terrifying ordeal

But I might become a flexitarian, who knows, writes Duncan Garner.

'Hell of a job': Brash praises Collins, expects 'sombre' National caucus meeting

He doesn't believe there will be "angry recriminations at Tuesday's meeting.