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Hipkins warns a vote for Opportunity is "giving your vote away" as Luxon promises cheap loans for water storage
Hipkins told Labour supporters a vote for Opportunity would be "giving your vote away" and Luxon announced low-cost loans for water storage at Feilding Rural Day on 9 October (Stuff live coverage, RNZ).
Opportunity polls near the 5% threshold and could decide the government.
Your party vote is wasted only if the party you choose falls short of 5% and wins no electorate.
Labour says splitting the left helps National.
Opportunity supporters say it offers a distinct alternative.
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DailyDrop New Zealand edition No. 6 · Morning · SAT., OCT. 10, 2026