New election ordered for Auckland local board seats

Wednesday 17 December 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 17 Dec 2025, 10:38am

In this story Manukau District Court, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board, Richard McIlraith

A judge has ordered a new election for seats on an Auckland local board following allegations of voting paper manipulation. The decision follows claims that the Otara-Papatoetoe Action Team benefited from voter fraud. Members of the group are currently seeking legal advice regarding their options.

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1. RNZWed 17 Dec 2025, 7:41am

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2. The PostWed 17 Dec 2025, 10:38am

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