United Labour Party (New Zealand)
The United Labour Party of New Zealand was an early left-wing political party. Founded in 1912, it represented the more moderate wing of the labour movement. In 1916 it joined with other political groups to establish the modern Labour Party.
Read more about United Labour Party (New Zealand): Origins, Initial Unification, Fractionalization, Creation of The Present Labour Party
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