2002 New Zealand general election

The 2002 New Zealand general election was held on July 27 to select members of Parliament. The incumbent Labour Party, led by Prime Minister Helen Clark, aimed to retain power. The election resulted in a clear victory for Labour, which won 52 of 120 seats, allowing Helen Clark to continue as Prime Minister. The election used a mixed-member proportional system, blending direct constituency votes with party votes to shape the parliament. The results reflected public support for Labour's policies, with the opposition National Party securing 27 seats. Overall, it was a stable election that reaffirmed Labour's position in New Zealand politics.