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The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image). (Source: 1News)

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image). (Source: 1News)

It's less than a month before voting begins in this year's election. National and Labour are officially launching their campaigns today — follow 1News for the latest politics news.

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