Tāmaki Makaurau by-election may become a two-person race

Friday 11 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 11 Jul 2025, 7:20pm

In this story Labour Party, Te Pāti Māori, Oriini Kaipara, Peeni Henare, Takutai Tarsh Kemp, Vision NZ

Following the death of Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Kemp, a by-election will be held for the Tāmaki Makaurau seat. Te Pāti Māori has confirmed broadcaster Oriini Kaipara will run, while Labour is expected to confirm its candidate, with Peeni Henare likely to be chosen.

How they headlined it

7:17pm

1. The Press via The PostFri 11 Jul 2025, 7:17pm

   Could the Tāmaki Makaurau by-election be a two-person race? (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 11 Jul 2025, 7:20pm

   Tāmaki Makaurau byelection: Labour set to choose candidate, Peeni Henare emerging as favourite (opens in new tab)