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Warnings of election 'disaster' if postal votes not properly handled
Postal votes could potentially explode and number in the hundreds of thousands because of Covid-19 if the elderly and vulnerable cannot physically go to public polling booths.
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Covid-19: Potential huge postal voting increase prompts warnings
A potentially huge increase in postal voting has prompted warnings a failure to properly prepare could lead to an election disaster.
Postal votes could number in the hundreds of thousands because of… Audio
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Covid-19: Little, Peters on postal voting
Strong warnings are being sounded about the risks of postal voting this election, with preparations underway as New Zealand still battles the virus.
The Electoral Commission has geared up for an… Audio
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Bougainville election nears halfway-we find out how it's going
It's about the halfway stage of a momentous election in Bougainville and the process is getting positive reviews from residents. Audio
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The post-apocalyptic Covid election
Our election date's been delayed for a month - but there's no guarantee we won't still be in lockdown on 17 October. How did Singapore manage to conduct its Covid election? Audio
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The post-apocalyptic Covid election
Our election date's been delayed for a month - but there's no guarantee we won't still be in lockdown on 17 October. How did Singapore manage to conduct its Covid election?
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Election date shift: Ardern's move seen as 'clever'
Analysis - Has the election been saved from becoming another victim of Covid-19? The issue of when to hold the election had come under serious scrutiny, writes Bryce Edwards.
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Test fail: Is Labour bordering on trouble?
Parties try to look tough as border policies are rolled out, Labour fails its testing test and what are the implications of delaying the election? Audio
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Belarus leader orders clampdown on unrest
Belarus president Alexander Lukashenko has stepped up efforts to reassert his control after 10 days of street protests and strikes triggered by disputed elections.
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US Election 2020: Biden is crowned as Democratic nominee
Joe Biden has been officially anointed the Democratic presidential candidate at the party's convention, helped over the line with some glowing testimonials from elder statesmen.
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Māori voters anxious for Electoral Commission to get it right
A Māori electoral expert wants assurances workers at voting booths will be properly trained in how the Māori roll works after mistakes at the last election.
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Michelle Obama blasts Trump at Democratic convention
Michelle Obama has launched a stinging attack on US President Donald Trump as Democrats prepare to crown Joe Biden as their White House challenger.
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Covid-19: Election decision a compromise - Mike Williams
A former Labour Party president says the Prime Minister's decision to postpone the election by four weeks is a sensible compromise.
The country will now go to the polls on 17 October instead of 19… Audio
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Belarus protests: Workers boo Lukashenko as election unrest spreads
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has been heckled by workers on a visit to a factory as anger mounts over his disputed re-election.
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Belarus President offers to hold new election
The President of Belarus has bowed to political pressure, offering to hold another election if the country adopts a new constitution.
His announcement follows days of protesting and workers strikes… Audio
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Strikes expected in Belarus after mass protests
Fresh strikes are expected in Belarus after a weekend which saw tens of thousands take to the streets to demand the departure of long-term President Alexander Lukashenko.
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Voters give election date move the tick of approval
Voters across the country have largely welcomed the new October election date, saying the delay was inevitable.
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Covid-19: Election day delayed four weeks
The election countdown clock has been reset, with the Prime Minister pushing back polling day by four weeks to October 17, due to latest outbreak of Covid-19.
Jacinda Ardern has been under increasing… Video, Audio
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New election date set for October 17
The Prime Minister has delayed this year's election by four weeks, with polling day now set for Saturday, October the 17th.
Jacinda Ardern said she made the decision after consulting with all party… Audio
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PM changes election date to 17 October: 'We will be sticking with the date'
Jacinda Ardern says the new date is achievable and she won't be changing it again. Video
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Mass protest eclipses Belarus leader's rally
Tens of thousands of opponents of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko have gathered in Minsk to protest against disputed elections.
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Team of five million need to be committed to prevent outbreak
Audio 16 Aug 2020The latest results from the now-fortnightly poll conducted by Research New Zealand shows that respondents believe the 'team of five million' needs to be more committed to preventing another Covid-19… Audio
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Postal service warns of delays in US mail-in vote count
The US Postal Service (USPS) has warned that millions of mail-in votes may not arrive in time to be counted on the presidential election day, 3 November.
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The Week in Politics: Should the election be delayed?
Analysis - Judith Collins pushes for the election to be delayed due to the Covid-19 outbreak and Gerry Brownlee is accused of undermining efforts to control the virus.
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Covid-19: 'Huge risk' people won't trust vaccines - expert
Fears about the safety of a vaccine for Covid-19 could put people off receiving it and see the country fall short of achieving herd immunity.
