Election live: Party leaders react to 1News poll - 'Read nothing into it'

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Advance voting is underway ahead of the November 7 election. (Source: 1News)

Advance voting is underway ahead of the November 7 election. (Source: 1News)

The campaign is entering its final stretch, and 1News is on the trail as the parties make their last push for votes. Follow live updates for the latest news and key moments as they happen.

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Election live: Party leaders react to 1News poll - 'Read nothing into it'

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The leaders of parties represented in Parliament as of January 20, 2026 (file image).

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