Social-democratic, left party; combines a concern for the environment with the need to create a progressive mixed economy and welfare state; believes in free education and health for all, jobs, welfare for the umemployed, and world peace

Environmental political party that wants to usher in a sustainable, eco-friendly & nurturing society; site has information about its activities, campaigns, policies, MPs etc; also sells environment-related books

Main opposition party in New Zealand; believes in individual freedom, opportunity and choice; opposes the ruling Labour Party on issues like special privileges for Maoris

Political party that seeks to enforce tighter immigration controls, put an end to the `Treaty of Waitangi grievance industry', fix lawlessness and so on; party headquarters is in Wellington

Youth section of the New Zealand National Party; based in Wellington, with branches throughout the country

Opposition party in New Zealand; site carries details of the party's policy on issues like jobs, health, education, social development, arts & culture, foreign affairs & defence, Maori, youth, etc

Modern liberal party that promotes an open, progressive and benevolent society in which individuals have inherent freedoms and responsibilities; national office is in Newmarket, Auckland

Political party that espouses an individualistic philosophy and is committed to shrinking the power & influence of government in every area of life; founded by Ian Fraser; headquartered in Auckland

Party born of the dreams and aspirations of tangata whenua to achieve self-determination for whanau, hapu and iwi within their own land; to speak with a strong, independent and united voice; & live according to kaupapa handed down by their ancestors

Network of New Zealanders who want the head of state to be elected by New Zealanders -- either directly or indirectly -- and the monarchical system abolished; based in Wellington