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Writ Issued for New Zealand's 2026 General Election

4 Oct 2026 11:45 a.m. · Source: NZ Electoral Commission

Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro signs the writ directing the Electoral Commission to hold the 2026 General Election on Saturday 7 November, with nominations closing 8 October.

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