School students head to the polls
School students from across New Zealand will get a jump on the rest of the country as schools prepare to hold their own mock elections.
Australian referendum
On 14 October 2023, Australia is holding a referendum asking whether it should change its Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.
Key election milestone reached
Today is writ day, a milestone on the election calendar when the formal writ is issued for the 2023 General Election to be held.
Second variation to 2023 broadcasting allocation
The Electoral Commission has released a second variation to the broadcasting allocation for the 2023 General Election.
Change to Te Pāti Māori logo
The Electoral Commission approved an application to register a substitute party logo for Te Pāti Māori.
Change to party name and logo
The Electoral Commission has approved applications to register a new party name and logo for New Conservatives (previously New Conservative).
Enrol now to get your EasyVote card
Time is running out to enrol and receive an EasyVote card for the 2023 General Election.
Notice of texts from the Electoral Commission
The Electoral Commission is sending text messages to voters whose addresses are out of date on the electoral roll.
Three parties approved for registration
The Electoral Commission has approved the registration of three parties, the Democratic Alliance, New Zealand Loyal, and the Women’s Rights Party.