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Election Recount Confirms Result In Porirua City Council's Māori Ward
The District Court has advised that the recount of votes for the Parirua Māori Ward is now complete.
The recount has confirmed the outcome of the election and Kylie Wihapi has been declared elected.
The recount disallowed two special votes which had previously been allowed.
The recount was overseen by a Judge of the District Court, and scrutineers appointed by recount applicant Jess Te Huia.
Following the Judge issuing their decision, the Electoral Officer has issued an amended declaration.
Based on the recount Kylie Wihapi received 934 votes, Jess Te Huia received 925 votes, Raniera Albert received 319 votes, and Rawinia Rimene received 208 votes.
Planning is now underway for the inaugural meeting and swearing in of the new council.
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