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National Party Wishes Allan Peachey Well
5 October 2011
National Party Wishes Allan Peachey Well
National Party President Peter Goodfellow says National is to re-open a shortened candidate selection process in Tamaki, following the decision by Allan Peachey to stand aside at the next election.
"On behalf of the whole National family, I want to send Allan our warmest and best wishes for the future. We are behind him as he leaves to focus on his treatment and recovery, and spend more time with friends and family."
Mr Goodfellow was informed by Mr Peachey yesterday that he intends to withdraw his candidacy, meaning that the Party will re-open a truncated selection process for the seat.
Nominations will be called tomorrow and close on October 14. A final selection is expected around October 25.
"This has been an understandably difficult decision for Allan who has remained committed to serving Tamaki as its Member of Parliament. We wish him well, and plan to do him proud by running a strong campaign in this important electorate," says Mr Goodfellow.
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