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Opportunity Party Eyes 2026 Parliament Entry Amid Momentum

3/21/2026

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Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong says 2026 will be the year TOP enters Parliament due to increased polling momentum.
Wong aims for TOP to be a credible alternative to New Zealand First in coalition negotiations, despite TOP not entering Parliament since 2017.
Candidates include Eb and Kayla Kingdon-Bebb.
Kayla Kingdon-Bebb has a background in environmental policy.
The party has received significant donations from left- and right-leaning philanthropists, indicating a centrist appeal.

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Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong says 2026 will be the year TOP enters Parliament due to increased polling momentum.
Wong aims for TOP to be a credible alternative to New Zealand First in coalition negotiations, despite TOP not entering Parliament since 2017.
Candidates include Eb and Kayla Kingdon-Bebb.
Kayla Kingdon-Bebb has a background in environmental policy.
The party has received significant donations from left- and right-leaning philanthropists, indicating a centrist appeal.