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Labour is waiting on the special votes to see if it's in a position to form the next government. Source: 1News (Source: Other)

Labour leader Chris Hipkins will be answering questions from reporters at parliament today.

Labour is waiting on special votes to see if it in a position to form the next government.

Currently, the right bloc has a narrow path to power but must wait until November 27 to see the final totals.

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