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2026 Final Leaders Debate Breakdown: Does Christopher Luxon Dominate Chris Hipkins?

Duncan Garner - Editor In Chief

2026 Final Leaders Debate Breakdown: Does Christopher Luxon Dominate Chris Hipkins?

October 20, 20261:10:16
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Christopher Luxon came out firing in the third leaders' debate, delivering a surprisingly dominant performance against Chris Hipkins. Joined by Taxpayers' Union director Jordan Williams and commentator Annie O'Brien, Duncan Garner dissects the key moments from the night, including the latest 1 News-Verium poll showing National at 32%. We break down the fiery exchanges over health workforce numbers, inflation, classroom building costs, and the controversial $2.7 million government funding given…