National Party caucus meets to discuss Christopher Luxon's leadership

Wednesday 12 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 12 Aug, 7:47am

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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has called an urgent meeting of the National Party caucus. MPs are gathering at Parliament to decide whether they will continue to support Luxon as leader or vote for a replacement.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 12 Aug, 5:00am

   Election 2026: A timeline of events that led to Christopher Luxon’s National Party leadership showdown (opens in new tab)

   • National MPs to gather at Parliament to discuss Christopher Luxon’s leadership (opens in new tab) Wed 12 Aug, 5:00am
2. StuffWed 12 Aug, 7:47am

   Have your say: National’s leadership showdown (opens in new tab)