ACT leader David Seymour says he believes a deal is possible in a matter of days, but adds no one party can force the others to follow the same timetable.
He says National, ACT and New Zealand First are now discussing possible ministerial positions, as well as policies.
There was a significant half hour meeting in Auckland on Wednesday where all three leaders sat down together for the first time.
Political reporter Katie Scotcher spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
