As a result of the resignation of a member, a by-election was required for one vacancy for the Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiōhau Subdivision).
The by-election was conducted by postal vote under the provisions of the Local Electoral Act 2001 and the Local Electoral Regulations 2001 and was undertaken by Election Services, under contract to Whakatāne District Council.
The first past the post (FPP) electoral system was used for the by-election.
Declaration of Result
Jesse Morgan-Ranui has been elected to the Murupara Community Board (Galatea-Waiohau Subdivision).
Candidate | Votes Received |
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Jesse Morgan-Ranui | 107 |
Mansahn Weku Kereopa | 23 |
By-Elections Timetable
The timetable below outlines when key events will occur.
Date - Year 2024 | Event |
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✔ Tuesday 12 March | Nominations open / roll open for inspection |
✔ Tuesday 9 April 2 | Nominations close (12 noon) |
✔ from Tuesday 14 May | Delivery of voting documents |
✔ Wednesday 5 June | Close of voting (12 noon) |
✔ Wednesday 5 June | Declaration of result |
Tuesday 30 July | Return of electoral donations and expenses |
Nominations
Nominations for this position closed at 12 noon on Tuesday 9 April 2024.