Why Mt Albert could be pivotal for National as it plots its way back to power

Monday 28 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 29 Sep, 10:26am

In this story Labour Party, National Party, The Opportunity Party, Qiulae Wong, Ricardo Menéndez March, Melissa Lee

The Auckland electorate seat of Mount Albert could prove to be pivotal for National as it plots it way back to power.

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1. StuffMon 28 Sep, 4:00am

   Labour has held Mt Albert for 80 years. Even loyal supporters fear it could finally turn blue (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 29 Sep, 10:26am

   Why Mt Albert could be pivotal for National as it plots its way back to power (opens in new tab)