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Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea

Bougainville elections: Candidates call for halt to vote counting amid concerns over fairness

Their demand coincides with the Electoral Commission extending the deadline for final results to 6 October after logistical delays.

Christine RovoiMon, 22 Sep

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Vote to back your community and back your whānau

Voting in local elections is easier than you think. Every ballot is a chance to shape your neighbourhood and protect democracy at home.

William TeriteMon, 22 Sep

Local Democracy Reporting

Local govt elections: Marie Laufiso calls for funding changes

Dunedin’s first Pasifika councillor says the rates system is inadequate and wants a reassessment of the nation’s local government funding model.

Mary AfemataWed, 17 Sep

Local Democracy Reporting

Hutt local elections highlight Pacific gap

Pasifika are over 12 per cent of Lower Hutt’s population but only two candidates are standing.

Mary AfemataWed, 17 Sep

Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea

Bougainville elections: Early results signal change amid voters' independence hopes

This year's polls reflect public sentiment ahead of a potential referendum on self-rule after a 2020 vote where 98.3 per cent supported separation from Papua New Guinea.

Christine RovoiTue, 16 Sep

Politics •

Sāmoa

ACT’s Sāmoa candidate eyes common-sense policies in local election

Henrietta Devoe, a dedicated mother and community advocate wants to address urgent issues like infrastructure, crime, and housing.

Khalia StrongThu, 11 Sep

Local Democracy Reporting

Vote Smart: Your guide to local elections in NZ

Don't miss your chance to have your say. Learn about your candidates and key dates to remember.

Wed, 10 Sep

Politics •

Sāmoa

FAST presence at electoral office raises concerns from Sāmoa elections commissioner

Tuiafelolo Toleafoa John Stanley warns that interference is a crime as police step up security.

Renate Rivers in ApiaMon, 01 Sep

Pacific Region •

Sāmoa

Sāmoa snap election: No results just yet - Electoral commissioner

Preliminary election results are still trickling in for Samoa's snap election.

Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai in ApiaSat, 30 Aug

Local Democracy Reporting

‘Fat, useless, plastic poly’: Candidates call out hoarding vandalism

Damaged billboards are hitting female candidates’ pockets and exposing the racial and sexist abuse that still shadows Auckland’s local elections.

Mary AfemataWed, 27 Aug

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