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Election 2026: The crystal ball is still cloudy

Peter Dunne thinks this is a peculiar election, with the National Party set to lose support whether it is in government or not.

WATCH: Peter Dunne speaks with political editor Brent Edwards

Brent Edwards Mon, 02 Mar 2026

Heading into Election 2026, uncertainty hovers over the likely outcome.

So, too, do ongoing concerns about the state of the economic recovery and cost-of-living issues.

Repeated polls have all indicated a finely balanced election, although most do suggest the Coalition will retain power by a slim

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Brent Edwards Mon, 02 Mar 2026
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