2012 Titikaveka by-election
A by-election was held in the Cook Islands electorate of Titikaveka on 21 June 2012.[1] The by-election was precipitated by the death of sitting MP Robert Wigmore on 13 April 2012.[2]
The election was contested by three candidates, two of whom were siblings.[3] It was won by the Democratic party's Selina Napa.[4]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ± | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DP | Selina Napa | 297 | 43.4% | ||
| CIP | Teariki Matenga | 283 | 41.4% | ||
| Independent | Teava Iro | 104 | 15.2% | ||
| Turnout | 684 | ||||
Aftermath
On 5 July, Teariki Matenga challenged the result, questioning the eligibility of 20 voters.[5] The petition was withdrawn in August.[6]
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References
- Rachel Reeves (2012-04-30). "Titikaveka by-election set". Cook Islands News. Retrieved 2012-07-01.
- "'Man of wisdom' honoured". Cook Islands News. 2012-04-14. Retrieved 2012-07-01.
- "Brother versus sister in Titikaveka". Cook Islands News. 2012-05-09. Retrieved 2012-07-01.
- "Selina Napa wins Cooks by-election". Radio New Zealand International. 2012-06-29. Retrieved 2012-07-01.
- "Cooks by-election loser challenges result". Radio New Zealand International. 2012-07-05. Retrieved 2012-07-06.
- "Cook Islands electoral petition withdrawn". Radio New Zealand International. 2012-08-03. Retrieved 2012-08-06.
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