Early voting opened on Monday at 207 places, rising to more than 2,300 on election day.
No clear front‑runner; the National Party and Labour Party are neck‑and‑neck in surveys.
Both parties propose policies to improve the economy and reduce the cost of living.
The Opportunity Party may hold the balance of power if it reaches the required vote share.
The process allows voters to cast ballots before the official election date.
The election is expected to be close, with the National and Labour parties receiving similar support in recent surveys.
Economic issues such as high inflation and cost‑of‑living pressures are central to the campaigns.
The Opportunity Party, polling near the threshold, could become a decisive partner in forming a government.
Voting locations include shopping centres, transport hubs and community halls, expanding to over 2,300 sites on election day.
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