Introduction

This booklet is part of a series produced by the Electoral Commission.

The booklet is available for download in Te Reo Maori here.

The booklets are a general guide and reflect the Electoral Commission’s interpretation of the law and how it intends to apply the law. The Electoral Commission welcomes the opportunity to discuss any areas that require clarification.

The booklets do not cover every aspect of electoral law and procedure. For further information, you should consult the Electoral Act 1993, the Electoral Regulations 1996, the Electoral Referendum Act 2010, your party organisation, or seek legal advice.

The Electoral Commission is also happy to discuss any specific questions that you have.

Other information available

Other booklets available for 2011 from the Electoral Commission or from www.elections.org.nz are:

• Party Secretary Handbook – 2011 General Election and Referendum
• Third Party Handbook – 2011 General Election and Referendum
• Guidance for MPs - Election Advertising Rules
• Information for Scrutineers
• Voting in the 2011 General Election – The Easy Way
• Going to be overseas on Election Day?
• Unable to Get to a Polling Place on Election Day?

Forms

Forms are listed at Appendix G and can be obtained from your Returning Officer, direct from the Electoral Commission or can be downloaded from the elections website at www.elections.org.nz You can deliver any form, notice or consent by hand, post or fax (but not by e-mail).