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Sending shockwaves through the political sphere, Jacinda Ardern's announced that she's standing down as prime minister.
After careful consideration Ardern had concluded that she 'had nothing left in the tank'.
Becoming PM in 2017, aged 37, Ardern broke records as the youngest female head of government and a year later only the second to give birth in office.
Ardern won widespread acclaim for her handling of New Zealand's bloodiest terrorist attack, which claimed the lives of 51 Muslims and injured 40 others.
The young leader's mettle was tested further as she steered New Zealand through a series of disasters, including the White Island volcanic eruption and the Covid pandemic, where her decisiveness and successful policies resulted in minimal impact on the local population.
Featured on the covers of British Vogue and Time magazine, there was a perception that Ardern was more admired abroad than at home.
Recently, local political polls reflect a steady decline in her government's popularity, hampered by rocketing inflation, an imminent recession and a resurgent conservative opposition.
Ardern's resignation announcement stirred varying reactions, ranging from disappointment and appreciation to elation, amongst local voters.
Some, believing she should call it a day, were relieved and still others were rejoicing.
Chosen to replace Ardern, the Labour Party's Chris Hipkins will face the public in October when voters head to the polls.
