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Notice of texts from the Electoral Commission

Apr 20, 2026 | News

The Electoral Commission is sending text messages to voters of Māori descent to ensure they’re aware of the Māori Electoral Option deadline for this year’s general election.

The texts are being sent on Monday 20 and Tuesday 21 April to voters whose enrolment details are out of date. 

The message from the number 2174 reads:

Visit vote.nz by 6 August if you want to change rolls for this year’s election. Electoral Commission. Reply STOP to unsubscribe.