Election live: Seymour hits out over supermarkets, Luxon hits out at NZ First, Labour hits the trail
New Zealand's major political parties have officially launched their election campaigns in Auckland. Both National leader Christopher Luxon and Labour leader Chris Hipkins are focusing on cost-of-living issues and economic policy as they begin their national tours.
Why it matters
The election will determine the future leadership and economic direction of New Zealand, impacting national policy on taxation and student debt.
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It's day two of the election campaign, with politicians out and about around the country.
On Sunday, the two major parties kicked off their campaigns in Auckland with promises about taxes, student debt and the cost of living.
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