New Zealand’s Parliament was dissolved on Thursday, marking the official start of campaigning for the November 7 national election. The race is a tight contest between the ruling centre-right coalition and a Labour-led left bloc. Parties now focus on the cost of living, economic management, and important public services nationwide.
Oct 1 (Reuters) - New Zealand's Parliament was dissolved on Thursday, marking the official start of campaigning for next month's national election, which is shaping up to be a tight contest between the ruling centre-right coalition and a Labour-led left bloc.
Parliament held its final sitting on September 23 ahead of the November 7 vote, with parties focusing on the cost of living, economic management and public services.