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National, Act, NZ First meeting could happen today - Seymour

However, there have been no sightings of Winston Peters today.

State of the nation in nine charts: What country is Luxon inheriting?

Economist: Strong domestic inflation pressures are expected for some time yet.

Pasifika community in for 'rough ride' under new Government

Act has said it wants to get rid of the Ministry for Pacific Peoples.

Audrey Young: What Act and NZ First would want in coalition negotiations

OPINION: Could Winston Peters demand to be Deputy Prime Minister?

Winston Peters suggests quick Government formation after special votes counted

The final and full election result is due to be released on Friday afternoon.

Beehive Diaries: How close did Luxon get to going to Paris?

With coalition negotiations still ongoing, the PM-elect had to make a tough decision.

Opinion: Localism - the common thread in New Zealand's emerging coalition

OPINION: A solid foundation for the new Government.

Act questions National's tax commitment as negotiations drag on

Negotiations are progressing - what do the parties want?

Election 2023 over, so what next?

We should know the state of the Government within three weeks.

NZ First looks to bring Nats to table for quick deal, will ask for 2nd Covid inquiry

NZ First knows it needs to deliver for its anti-Covid response constituency.

Claire Trevett: Post-election hangover delivers Luxon NZ First question, and Hipkins leadership speculation

OPINION: There is already speculation about who might line up to replace Chris Hipkins.

National will still need NZ First to form government, Westpac economist predicts

More spending cuts could be needed to get a coalition agreement across the line.

The new MPs in the class of 2023, and who will be gone with the turning of the red tide

Labour is set to lose several current MPs and ministers.

Staffing increase at police HQ 'unacceptable' - Nats MP

The Police Minister says a boost in HQ staff includes police working on organised crime.

The Price of Peters - $10b spending cuts in first year, $20b spending increases

An economist has costed NZ First's promises, and found them very expensive.

Editorial: Political parties on home straight will cast off subtle tactical ploys

OPINION: Anything is possible when all MMP parties have their country’s welfare at heart.