New Zealand First ended up holding the balance of power and formed a coalition with the National Party. Peter McCardle became the Minister of Employment and Jack Elder was appointed the Minister of Police. Ron Mark became the government's senior whip.
The political landscape shifted following the election, with New Zealand First securing a position of influence and forming a coalition with the National Party to form a new government. Peter McCardle assumed the role of Minister of Employment while Jack Elder was appointed as Minister of Police. Ron Mark became the senior whip for the government.