Amendment to the Register of Political Parties
The registration of the Sustainable New Zealand Party and its logo has been cancelled at the party’s request.
Alicia Wright to leave the Electoral Commission in the New Year
Chief Electoral Officer Alicia Wright has announced she will leave the Electoral Commission at the end of her 5-year term.
25 years of MMP
Tuesday 12 October marks the 25th anniversary of the first MMP election in New Zealand.
Amendment to the Register of Political Parties
The registration of the Advance New Zealand Party and its logo has been cancelled at the party’s request.
Two referrals to Police
The Electoral Commission has made two referrals to Police relating to broadcast advertising for parties at the 2020 General Election.
New List MP for National
The Electoral Commission has declared Harete Hipango to be elected to Parliament from The New Zealand National Party list.
MoU signed with Shama
The Electoral Commission and Shama have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together to increase participation in elections.
MoU signed with English Language Partners
The Electoral Commission has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with English Partners New Zealand (ELP) to work together to increase participation in elections.
Preparing for future elections
The Electoral Commission’s report on the 2020 General Election has been tabled in Parliament and includes 40 recommendations to improve the delivery of future elections.