Tag: general_election
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New Zealand Parliament Passes Two Criminal Justice Bills Before Election
New Zealand's Parliament passed two criminal justice bills under urgency before adjourning for the November 7 general election, adding police move-on powers and a youth "boot camp" sentencing option.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalElectionSocial Issues New Zealand ParliamentCriminal JusticeSummary Offences (Move-on Orders) Amendment BillRoyal AssentYouth OffendersGeneral ElectionUrgency MotionU.S. Library of Congress
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Ngāti Kahungunu Organizes Horse Trek to Parliament for Te Tiriti Petition
Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi Incorporated will deliver a petition to Parliament via a horse trek, demanding no changes to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in legislation. The iwi also urges participation in the upcoming general election to influence leadership.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsElectionSocial Issues Ngāti Kahungunu Iwi IncorporatedTe Tiriti o WaitangiParliamentpetitionhorse treklegislationgeneral election
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Michael Laws to Contest Waitaki Electorate for NZ First
Michael Laws, a veteran of Parliament, local government, and broadcasting, will stand for New Zealand First in the Waitaki Electorate, bringing decades of public service experience and leadership to the party.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionDigital and Print Publishing Michael LawsNew Zealand FirstWaitaki ElectorateGeneral ElectionPoliticsLocal GovernmentBroadcastingNZ First
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New Zealand First Names Nicola Laboyrie as Hamilton East Candidate
New Zealand First has announced Nicola Laboyrie as its candidate for Hamilton East. With a strong background in business, farming, and local governance, Laboyrie aims to advocate for effective government and community voice in the upcoming general election.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationGeneral PoliticsOther PartiesState GovernmentsEconomyElection New Zealand FirstNicola LaboyrieHamilton EastGeneral ElectionWaikatoRaglan Community BoardPoliticsNZ First
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NZ First Names Lee Smith as Taranaki-King Country Candidate
Lee Smith, a former dairy farmer and rural advocate, will represent New Zealand First in Taranaki-King Country, bringing over 20 years of business experience and a commitment to local democracy and regional support.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessElectionState GovernmentsOther PartiesAgricultureEconomySocial Issues Lee SmithNew Zealand FirstTaranaki-King CountryGroundswell New ZealandRural communitiesGeneral electionLocal democracyNZ First
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Elliot Ikilei to Stand for New Zealand First in General Election
Political commentator and community advocate Elliot Ikilei will stand for New Zealand First in the upcoming general election. Known for his work with Hobson's Pledge and previous leadership of the New Conservative Party, Ikilei brings extensive experience in advocacy and…
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsElectionSocial IssuesEducation Elliot IkileiNew Zealand FirstGeneral ElectionPoliticsCommunity AdvocateHobson's PledgeNZ First