Election poll points to Opportunity being in kingmaker position unless National triggers overhang

Thomas CoughlanPolitical Editor·NZ Herald·3 Nov, 2026 06:04 AM5 mins to read‌Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins (left) and National Party leader Christopher Luxon are neck and neck. Photos / Sylvie Whinray, RNZLabour Party leader Chris Hipkins (left) and National Party leader Christopher Luxon are neck and neck. Photos / Sylvie Whinray, RNZThe election campaign entered its final days with the final 1News-Verian poll showing the race too close to call, with the election dependent on a number of variables, including which side triggers the largest overhang and whether Opportunity makes it into Parliament. The poll had National on 30%, up one