Tonight's leaders' debate between Luxon and Hipkins isn't the only big political face-off happening tonight. 

The ‘ASB Great Finance Debate’ will take place in Queenstown this evening, and the finance spokespeople from all the major parties will outline their campaign announcements.   

NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny was there - and she unpacked the mood of the room.

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Tonight's leaders' debate between Luxon and Hipkins isn't the only big political face-off happening tonight.&nbsp;
The ‘ASB Great Finance Debate’ will take place in Queenstown this evening, and the finance spokespeople from all the major parties will outline their campaign announcements.&nbsp; &nbsp;
NZ Herald Wellington business editor Jenee Tibshraeny was there - and she unpacked the mood of the room.
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the state of the 2026 finance debate

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Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has summoned the Russian ambassador after two merchant ships were struck by drones off the region's Black Sea coast.

One ship sank, six crew members were rescued - but 10 more are missing, according to recent reports.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this attack comes a week after two other ships were attacked by drones in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone.

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Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has summoned the Russian ambassador after two merchant ships were struck by drones off the region's Black Sea coast.
One ship sank, six crew members were rescued - but 10 more are missing, according to recent reports.
UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this attack comes a week after two other ships were attacked by drones in Bulgaria's exclusive economic zone.
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Gavin Grey: UK correspondent on two merchant ships being struck by drones off Bulgaria's Black Sea coast

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The 2026 election season is well underway - but what does this campaign mean for the economy?

The retirement sector has taken a hit on the NZX, with many leading companies seeing market drops.

Milford Asset Management expert Jeremy Hutton explained further.

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The 2026 election season is well underway - but what does this campaign mean for the economy?
The retirement sector has taken a hit on the NZX, with many leading companies seeing market drops.
Milford Asset Management expert Jeremy Hutton explained further.
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Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management expert on the election's impact on the NZX

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Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and sustainability consultant John Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!

National is pledging to let councils require car parks for new suburban builds. It was announced as part of its plan for Auckland - but transport spokesperson Chris Bishop says this will apply to all councils. Do we think this is a good idea? 

Mongrel Mob lifetime member Harry Tam posted images on social media meeting with MPs from Te Pāti Māori and the Greens, prompting backlash. What do we make of this? And what could this mean for Labour? 

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Tonight on The Huddle, Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson and sustainability consultant John Pagani joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more!
National is pledging to let councils require car parks for new suburban builds. It was announced as part of its plan for Auckland - but transport spokesperson Chris Bishop says this will apply to all councils. Do we think this is a good idea?&nbsp;
Mongrel Mob lifetime member Harry Tam posted images on social media meeting with MPs from Te Pāti Māori and the Greens, prompting backlash. What do we make of this? And what could this mean for Labour?&nbsp;
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The Huddle: Does Chris Bishop have a point about car parking?

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Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the state of the 2026 finance debate

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