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 to the Mongrel Mob under Labour. Plus, we discuss whether Hipkins went too far with his aggressive approach, if The Opportunities Party holds the balance of power, and how the recent Green Party gang pad visits are impacting voters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

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 to the Mongrel Mob under Labour. Plus, we discuss whether Hipkins went too far with his aggressive approach, if The Opportunities Party holds the balance of power, and how the recent Green Party gang pad visits are impacting voters.  
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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