Gap narrows between National and Labour in latest election poll

Wednesday 28 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 28 Oct, 9:06am

In this story Labour Party, National Party, Electoral Commission

The latest poll for the 2026 election shows the gap between the National and Labour parties is narrowing. Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission has dismissed claims regarding voter suppression.

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1. RNZWed 28 Oct, 8:03am

   Election 2026: Gap narrows between National and Labour in most recent poll (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 28 Oct, 9:06am

   Election 2026: Gap between National and Labour narrows, Electoral Commission shuts down talk of voter suppression (opens in new tab)