Recent polls show Prime Minister Chris Luxon's popularity has taken a nosedive, prompting speculation about his future in the National Party.
With the election set to take place next year, there's growing speculation Luxon's leadership role might not last.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says this discussion is a self-fulfilling prophecy, but it's likely there could be mood for change.
LISTEN ABOVE
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.