Advance voting begins ahead of November 7 election

Monday 26 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 27 Oct, 3:23pm

In this story Labour Party, Electoral Commission

Advance voting has commenced across New Zealand for the upcoming election on 7 November. The Electoral Commission has issued guidelines regarding campaigning and entertainment near polling stations. Candidates from both the National and Labour parties have already cast their votes at a New Plymouth location.

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1. 1NewsMon 26 Oct, 11:11am

   Advance voting opens: The dos and don'ts at your local ballot box (opens in new tab)

2. The PostTue 27 Oct, 3:23pm

   Advanced voting begins with candidates out of the block early (opens in new tab)