Invercargill mayoral candidate criticised for website content

Monday 11 August 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 12 Aug 2025, 1:49pm

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Gordon McCrone has faced criticism from fellow candidates after his party website allegedly posted sexually disturbing and dangerous content. McCrone is running for mayor under an unofficial party where he is the only listed staff member. His nomination is currently awaiting approval.

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1. Otago Daily TimesMon 11 Aug 2025, 9:08pm

   Southern mayoral hopeful's website 'horrendous' (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 12 Aug 2025, 10:01am

   Mayoral hopeful's website condemned as 'horrendous' (opens in new tab)

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3. NZ HeraldTue 12 Aug 2025, 12:28pm

   Invercargill mayoral candidate slammed for ‘dangerous’ website content (opens in new tab)

4. StuffTue 12 Aug 2025, 1:49pm

   Invercargill mayoral hopeful’s website condemned as ‘horrendous’ (opens in new tab)