Skip to main content

Did he receive any information or advice about the Papatoetoe subdivision of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election prior to the election result being formally challenged in court; if so, when and from whom?

Answered Question 1264 (2026)
Question published
Reply lodged
Bookmark

Asked by

Tangi Utikere

Member for Palmerston North · Labour Party

Question

  • Did he receive any information or advice about the Papatoetoe subdivision of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board election prior to the election result being formally challenged in court; if so, when and from whom?

Answered by

Hon Simon Watts

Member for North Shore · National Party · Minister of Local Government

Answer

Officials briefed me on the reports of alleged misconduct on 29 October 2025, after being advised of the situation by the Auckland Council Electoral Officer. Officials subsequently provided me with timely updates on the judicial review decision; however, no advice was provided as this is an independent process.