Chipper Hipkins sees stars aligning for NZ Labour

Chipper Hipkins sees stars aligning for NZ Labour

He was once considered a preferred prime minister by just 0.3 per cent of New Zealanders but Chris Hipkins is taking the 2026 election to the wire.

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Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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