Jacinda Ardern delivers her victory speech at the Auckland Town Hall. Photo; Getty ImagesLabour leader Jacinda Ardern received a rapturous reception when she walked on stage at the Auckland Town Hall this evening. With more than three-quarters of the votes counted, Labour is on 49.0 percent and can govern alone. Speaking to Labour supporters in central Auckland this evening, she said tonight New Zealand has shown the Labour Party its greatest support in at least 50 years. She also thanked those who may have not supported Labour before and said they would not take their support for granted.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 17, 2020 09:56 UTC