New Zealand election early results show governing National Party ahead as count continues
Early results from New Zealand's general election show the governing centre-right National Party ahead of the opposition centre-left Labour Party, with the count still under way after polling closed on Saturday. The Electoral Commission said the centrist Opportunity Party is expected to clear the 5% threshold needed to enter parliament. The result points to a potentially fragmented parliament, with coalition talks likely to shape the next government.With 31.19% of the vote counted so far, National is ahead of Labour on 28.35%, according to the early tally. Polling stations opened at 9am on Saturday local time and closed at 7pm, and... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Nov 2026 06:59 LONDON
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