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As it happened: Labour MP decries 'racism', 'dog-whistling' on campaign trail

Last updated September 28, 2023

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Wednesday's leaders' debate was one of the fieriest of the campaign so far. Will Hipkins' new-found mongrel make a dent in his election chances? The developments from the campaign trail for September 25-28.

Thursday summary

Protesters are expected to descend on Parliament today as extra police and tow trucks are brought in to the capital.
Yesterday's Newshub debate saw Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins go head-to-head with the latter coming in hot. Meanwhile, the latest 1News Verian Poll also revealed another rise in support for NZ First.
Voting has opened in this year's general election — overseas and telephone dictation voting began from yesterday. Advance voting begins next Monday.

Live updates continue below. For iPhone and iOS users viewing through the 1News app, press and hold on links to open them.

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