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A complaint about Māori and Palestine reveals two wildly different narratives.
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The NZ First leader is avoiding media ahead of the special vote count.
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Other ministers have come forward, condemning both sides of the conflict.
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Winston Peters refuses to answer media questions
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters keeps silent upon his arrival in Wellington ahead of negotiation talks with National and Act. Video / Adam Pearse
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Winston Peters remained silent as journalists plied him with questions upon his arrival.
Touching moment: 21yo new MP pays tribute to trailblazing ancestor at Parliament
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Labour out, National in - either way, neoliberalism wins again
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Hipkins to battle on as Labour leader as Little departs
Meanwhile, Luxon presided over a celebratory caucus meeting.
Anatomy of Labour’s collapse: From unprecedented support to devastating loss in three years
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Greens call on world leaders to prevent 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza
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She insists Labour "punched above its weight" in holding usually safe red seat.
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Labour MPs have been discussing the party's future today.
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Focus: Andrew Little announces retirement
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The National leader is negotiating the same way former leaders did.