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CIs to contest NZ election

Monday 24 July 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local

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CIs to contest NZ election
Cook Islander John Kiria is one of six Pacifi c Islands candidates competing in New Zealand's general election. 17072109

IN a move that could prove pivotal in gaining more seats in parliament, the Maori Party now has strong Pasifika backing, announcing last week in Auckland that six candidates of Pacific Islands descent will stand in the September New Zealand general election.

IN a move that could prove pivotal in gaining more seats in parliament, the Maori Party now has strong Pasifika backing, announcing last week in Auckland that six candidates of Pacific Islands descent will stand in the September New Zealand general election.


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