New Zealand First fielded 83 candidates in the 1993 election, and in 1996 17 MPs were elected. The Party continues to represent tens of thousands of New Zealanders wanting progressive policies and commonsense decision-making in the best interests of all New Zealanders. To put New Zealand and New Zealanders first through enlightened economic and social polices,
in favour of cultural policies or leisure facilities, for example museus, libraries or public sport clubs