As the election night storm takes over New Zealand. some Kiwis are living it up and celebrating.
From overhang cakes to Orange Man cosplays, some people have gone all out to commemorate 2026's General Election.
Here are some gems sent to 1News that were too good not to share:
Three and a half (if we are including the pup) generations watching live from Christchurch Central.
This young watcher is staying up past his bedtime to fill out his Parliament book as the seats are filled. You've got to admire the dedication.
10/10 costumes!
The grind never stops for 1News' very own Bianca and friend Bronté, who's watching all the way from Melbourne on holiday.
Phoebe had half of Taranaki at her election night party.
Election night bingo and a charcuterie board - what more could you want?
A group of Greens supporters came together to watch from Tākaka Golden Bay.
A 7/11 themed election night party? How fitting?!
It's a girl party in Napier, apparently, they're all nervous but you'd never be able to tell!
Georgia and her friends in London kick off their Saturday morning with a dose of NZ election.
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