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Kaikōura independent candidate denied opportunity to speak at election meeting

The PressOtago Daily TimesTuesday 13 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Independent candidate Ted Howard was unable to participate in a Kaikōura electorate meeting held at Balcairn Hall near Amberley on Monday. Despite travelling two hours to attend the event, Howard was declined the chance to speak during the session.

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First reported by The Press, Tue 13 Oct, 3:22pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 minutes
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