Councils propose replacing postal voting with in-person ballot boxes

The PressRNZNZ HeraldThursday 13 March 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated

In this story Local Government New Zealand, Nick Smith

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Local Government New Zealand has issued a draft position paper proposing a switch from postal voting to in-person voting booths. The advocacy group suggests this reform to address low voter turnout and declining postal services. Leaders argue the change is necessary to protect the future integrity of local elections.

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First reported by The Press, Thu 13 Mar 2025, 5:00am · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 5 hours
  1. The PressThe Press via The Post

    Councils urge switch from postal voting to ballot box for local elections (opens in new tab)

  2. RNZRNZ

    Mayors push for end to postal voting in local elections (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Local leaders push for voting booths to replace postal voting by 2028 (opens in new tab)