New Zealand's ongoing electoral count has narrowed significantly, with the Labour Party matching the National Party as ballots continue to be tallied in one of the tightest political contests in recent years. Early tallies show the National Party capturing 31.2 percent of the vote, closely followed by Labour at 28.4 percent.
Among the minor groups, the Green Party has drawn 12.9 percent, the Act party holds 11.2 percent, and New Zealand First stands at 9.6 percent. Additional support includes the Opportunity party at 5.7 percent and Te Pāti Māori at 0.4 percent, with current projections suggesting a potential right-bloc coalition.
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