Kaikōura candidate criticised for arriving late to Grey Power meeting

Wednesday 14 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 14 Oct, 11:38am

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Independent Kaikōura electorate candidate Oliver-John Hill-Hughes was called out for being late to a meet-the-candidates event in Blenheim. Grey Power Marlborough president Gayle Chambers responded to Hill-Hughes' entrance by noting his tardiness.

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1. The PressWed 14 Oct, 10:53am

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2. Otago Daily TimesWed 14 Oct, 11:38am

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