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.
2020 voter and non-voter survey
A survey of voters and non-voters taken after the 2020 General Election and referendums shows high levels of satisfaction with the voting process.
2020 annual party returns
The 2020 party returns of donations and loans have been published on the Electoral Commission website.
Amendment to the Register of Political Parties
The registration of the MANA Movement and its logo has been cancelled at the party’s request.
Decision on donation
The Electoral Commission has given a warning to the National Party over its failure to declare a donation over $30,000 within 10 working days.
Two referrals to Police
The Electoral Commission has made two referrals to the Police, one on party donations and the other on candidate donations and election expenses.
Party expenses for the 2020 General Election
Details of how much political parties spent on advertising for the 2020 General Election have been published on the Electoral Commission website.