When nominations open and close
Nominations for candidates in the 2026 Papatoetoe Subdivision local election are now open and will close at 12 noon, Wednesday 28 January 2026.
How to nominate a candidate
- You need two people to nominate you. They must be over 18 and on the Parliamentary Electoral Roll for the area you want to represent.
- You do not need to live in the area you want to represent, but you will need to declare this in your candidate profile statement.
Online
Nominations can be made online.