Smaller New Zealand councils are expressing concern over a government-led reform that could force mergers, citing fears of reduced local influence, higher costs, and diminished community representation.
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But but no party that has got over the threshold has ever got into a parliament unless they also win in an electorate seat.
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barrier to entry for non-territorial parties
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