Hipkins expresses confidence as election approaches

Thursday 5 November 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 5 Nov, 5:00am

In this story Labour Party, NZ First, Chris Hipkins, Electoral Commission

Labour leader Chris Hipkins says high voter turnout could be a positive sign for his party. Speaking on the Kāpiti Coast, he suggested Labour may outperform recent polls. The comments come three days before the 2026 election.

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1. The PostThu 5 Nov, 4:00am

   Chris Hipkins believes high voter turnout is a good omen for Labour (opens in new tab)

2. NewsroomThu 5 Nov, 5:00am

   Hipkins serves Labour bread and butter amid coalition chaos (opens in new tab)