NZ First: policies for Election 2026
NZ First has announced a handful of specific policies, and says it has ruled out working with Labour.
Campaigning on cost of living, local government, immigration and national identity.
Superannuation and voting
- Make only New Zealand citizens eligible for NZ Superannuation from 2029, with a three-year grace period. Permanent residents and residence-class visa holders are currently eligible.
- Require citizenship to vote in parliamentary elections, ending voting rights for permanent residents who are not citizens.
Regions and transport
- Return half of any mining royalties to the regions.
- A 12-month commuter rail trial in Canterbury and a revived Southerner service linking Christchurch, Dunedin and Invercargill.
Local government
- Campaign for the disestablishment of Auckland Council’s Independent Māori Statutory Board.
NZ First has not published a full 2026 manifesto at the time of writing; this summary is based on announcements in news reports.
Sources
- The Spinoff: new policy round-up (September 2026)
- The Spinoff: the last week before voting starts
- Waatea News: Peters sets out election agenda
Always check the party’s own website for its current, complete policy. Policies checked 3 November 2026.