ACT party leader David Seymour says talks with National about forming a government should begin immediately.
He says while logistics have yet to be discussed, he hopes to meet in person with National Party leader Christopher Luxon within the next few days.
It's not yet clear whether the two parties will need the help of New Zealand First to maintain a majority.
About half a million special votes are yet to be counted with some electorate seats waiting on final results.
David Seymour told Anneke Smith that, in the meantime, there's no time to waste.
