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Leaders' debate one last scrappy, indecisive contest – leaving the decision to voters

Latest opinion polls show the number of undecided voters remains significant so there was plenty still on the line in last night’s final TV debate. But the different approaches of the two rivals made for a strange contest.

Hipkins sledges Luxon in final NZ leaders' debate

Hipkins sledges Luxon in final NZ leaders' debate

Labour leader Chris Hipkins has gone for the jugular in the final leaders' debate of the New Zealand election against National leader Chris Luxon.

Labour jumps but not enough in latest NZ poll

Labour jumps but not enough in latest NZ poll

Chris Luxon would lead a coalition government of National, ACT and New Zealand First, according to the latest poll result ahead of the October 14 election.

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'It’s the media’s fault'

The severity of the problem of a commercially viable local media is obvious, but the discussion on what to do is lacking, with National and Act failing to even turn up to a debate this week, writes Mark Jennings

Hipkins back with a bang on return to NZ campaign trail

After five days in COVID-19 isolation, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has returned to the campaign trail in New Zealand.

Would I lie to you? No

'Minor' party leaders quizzed at TVNZ debate on issues ranging from coalition building to lying

Peters, Seymour clash in TVNZ election debate

Leaders of the four minor parties expected to enter parliament after New Zealand's October 14 election have sparred in a televised debate.

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National on track for New Zealand election win

National on track for New Zealand election win

National leader Chris Luxon has registered as the top choice of New Zealanders for the first time, just 10 days out from the October 14 election.

Debates pull in audience despite TV decline

Debates pull in audience despite TV decline

New polling shows televised leaders’ debates are still reaching many eligible voters despite the decline in those watching linear television, writes Jo Moir

COVID-struck Hipkins not throwing in NZ election towel

COVID-struck Hipkins not throwing in NZ election towel

Chris Hipkins will try to resume election campaign duties virtually, as the NZ Labour leader struggles with COVID-19.

More gameshow than gamechanger

More gameshow than gamechanger

The second leaders debate screened on Three last night and while it was entertaining it left Mark Jennings pondering whether this style of debate really helps the undecided voter make up their mind.

National, ACT, NZ First in three-way coalition: poll

National, ACT, NZ First in three-way coalition: poll

The centre-right National party has a 10-point lead over Labour in New Zealand but would need two coalition partners to govern, polling shows.

Māori leaders' debate ricochets from one hot button to next

Māori leaders' debate ricochets from one hot button to next

Comment: Aaron Smale tuned in to TVNZ’s Kaupapa Māori Debate which heard from Māori from each of the main parties. He didn't find a lot to get excited about.

Tiny homes, big problems

Tiny homes, big problems

There are a lot of good reasons to downsize to a tiny home. But Kiwis might come up against tricky council rules, financing obstacles and dodgy builders.

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Winston Peters firmly in New Zealand government frame

A veteran politics-watcher says New Zealand First is destined to be part of the next National-led government.

Right bloc on track for power in New Zealand

Centre-right National and right-wing ACT are on track to govern in New Zealand after next month's election according to the latest poll.

No blunders, but no blows either

The first leader’s debate didn’t reach any great heights but those directly involved will not be unhappy with the outcome. Mark Jennings gives his thoughts on debate night - round one.

First leaders' debate light on new insights

Televised debate reveals more similarities than differences between the two Chrises and shed very little new light on what makes the pair tick. Political editor Jo Moir was in the audience.

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Debate day is D-Day for Hipkins

With Labour trailing in the polls, Chris Hipkins' team will feel he has to win tonight’s TVNZ debate. To do this Hipkins will need to draw his opponent into a debate and beat him, writes Mark Jennings

Luxon claims underdog status for NZ leaders' debate

Opposition Leader Chris Luxon has been caught out telling a porkie on the eve of the first leaders' debate of the New Zealand election campaign.

Raw Politics: What pricked Act's bubble?

This week on the Raw Politics podcast: Who to believe over the state of the nation's books, and what's eating the Act Party?

NZ media cleared in Posie Parker coverage

MediaRoom column: Regulators dismiss 16 of 16 complaints over media reporting of the visit of anti-trans activist Posie Parker

How To Watch Love Island Games Online And Stream All-Star Spin-Off – Premiere Date, Host, Ex-Islanders, And More

Let the games begin with "All Star" series announced. We explain how to watch Love Island Games from anywhere, with all the latest info on start date, host, and more.

Where To Watch Starstruck Season 3 Online And Stream Rose Matafeo Rom-Com From Anywhere For Free

Edinburgh Comedy Award-winning Rose Matafeo is back with hit Rom-Com. Here's exactly where to watch Starstruck Season 3 online from anywhere and for free on BBC iPlayer and Max.

MediaRoom: Low-tide financially for TV companies

MediaRoom column: TVNZ has some bad news on its advertising revenues and, for staff, on five years of cost measures, while the struggling TV3's unilateral bid for Govt financial relief for the industry looks stillborn.

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