Expert panel names Peters winner of Kingmakers' Debate

Thursday 1 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 2 Oct, 7:00am

An expert panel evaluated the performances of five minor party leaders during the Stuff Kingmakers' Debate. The panel identified both strengths and weaknesses in the leaders' presentations, ultimately selecting Peters as the winner.

How they headlined it

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1. StuffThu 1 Oct, 9:53pm

   Stuff's expert panel picks Peters as the winner in Kingmakers' Debate (opens in new tab)

2. The PressFri 2 Oct, 7:00am

   Kingmakers' Debate 2026: Watch the highlights (opens in new tab)