Christchurch ice cream shop becomes election campaign hotspot

Friday 30 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 30 Oct, 7:41pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, Labour Party, ACT Party, David Seymour, Chris Hipkins, Green Party

Rollickin' Gelato in Christchurch has become a frequent stop for politicians during the 2026 election campaign. Candidates from various parties have visited the shop for photo opportunities. Meanwhile, Green co-leader Marama Davidson has been conducting walkabouts in the city ahead of the November election.

How they headlined it

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1. StuffFri 30 Oct, 5:37pm

   The real winner of Election 2026? A Christchurch ice cream shop (opens in new tab)

2. The PressFri 30 Oct, 7:41pm

   ‘Go get some kai’: Marama Davidson’s hug-filled Christchurch walkabout (opens in new tab)