1994 Cook Islands referendum
A five-part referendum was held in the Cook Islands on 24 March 1994.[1] Voters were consulted on retaining the country's name, flag and national anthem and seats in parliament for overseas Cook Islanders, as well as whether the term of Parliament should be three, four or five years.[1]
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Voters voted in favour of retaining the islands' name, national anthem, flag and overseas seats in Parliament, and opted for a five year term of parliament.
Results
Retention of the country's name
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 3,984 | 69.80 |
Against | 1,723 | 30.20 |
Invalid/blank votes | – | |
Total | 5,707 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
Retention of the national anthem
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 4,623 | 80.20 |
Against | 1,141 | 19.80 |
Invalid/blank votes | – | |
Total | 5,764 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
Retention of the national flag
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 2,805 | 52.40 |
Against | 2,548 | 47.60 |
Invalid/blank votes | – | |
Total | 5,353 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
Retention of overseas seats in Parliament
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
For | 3,322 | 56.54 |
Against | 2,554 | 43.46 |
Invalid/blank votes | – | |
Total | 5,876 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
Parliamentary term
Choice | Votes | % |
---|---|---|
Five years | 2,559 | 41.78 |
Three years | ||
Four years | ||
Invalid/blank votes | – | |
Total | 6,125 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
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References
- Cook Islands Direct Democracy (in German)
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