Luxon survives leadership challenge as National edges Labour in a tight NZ election race; party aims to hold power through a close vote.
Luxon has secured a caucus-backed renewal of leadership ahead of the November election, while facing ongoing questions about his grip on the National Party amid a string of missteps and weak polls. The party declares unity, but observers warn the underlying tensions persist.
The National party has secured enough seats to govern with its coalition partners, but a wafer-thin majority and the impact of special votes keep the outcome uncertain. Labour trails with a smaller bloc; Opportunity looks to play kingmaker as final tallies loom.