Tensions emerge within the coalition Government

Friday 21 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 21 Nov 2025, 3:08pm

In this story Christopher Luxon, Labour Party, National Party, Winston Peters, ACT Party, David Seymour

Differences between the three coalition parties are becoming more visible as the 2026 general election approaches. Winston Peters has been seeking recognition for policy wins, leading to public disagreements with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and ACT leader David Seymour.

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1. RNZFri 21 Nov 2025, 12:09pm

   Dead rats and discord: What next in the Peters-Seymour stoush? (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 21 Nov 2025, 3:08pm

   Times in recent weeks when coalition Government differences have surfaced (opens in new tab)