James Shaw said formal negotiations were yet to start but he felt it was important to be transparent. Photo: Peter McIntoshThe Green Party has announced its team to lead coalition negotiations. "The negotiation team is supported by a reference group with broad expertise, including Jeanette Fitzsimons and other senior figures in the Green Party. Mr Shaw said he was aware New Zealanders wanted negotiations to be undertaken "professionally and promptly", and the Green Party would honour that. Labour leader Jacinda Ardern has said she doesn't plan to hold three-way talks with NZ First and the Greens.

Source: Otago Daily Times September 26, 2017 02:37 UTC