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Paul Henry Joins ACT List, Unveils $10 B Cancer Hospital Plan

7/14/2026

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Paul Henry announced he will run as a list-only ACT candidate in 2026 election.
He unveiled a multibillion-dollar cancer hospital plan seeking $10 billion from donors and borrowing the rest.
Sir John Key praised Henry’s selection and hopes he will win a seat.
David Seymour said Henry will add wit, a powerful voice, and expects a list spot.
RNZ-Reid poll shows ACT at 8 percent, ten seats, down from eleven in 2023.

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Paul Henry announced he will run as a list-only ACT candidate in 2026 election.
He unveiled a multibillion-dollar cancer hospital plan seeking $10 billion from donors and borrowing the rest.
Sir John Key praised Henry’s selection and hopes he will win a seat.
David Seymour said Henry will add wit, a powerful voice, and expects a list spot.
RNZ-Reid poll shows ACT at 8 percent, ten seats, down from eleven in 2023.