New Zealand's most diverse government begins term

Parliamentarians were formally sworn into their roles on Wednesday (November 25).

The state opening today marks the start of prime minister Jacinda Ardern's second term in power.

Her Labour Party holds 65 seats in the 120-seat assembly and the main opposition National Party holds 33 seats.

The Maori Party, representing the indigenous community which is about 15% of the population, holds two seats.