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Te Pāti Māori win: Hana-Rāwhiti Maipi-Clarke of Te Pāti Māori won the Kaipara by-election, a result described as a “shock” to Labor.
Low Voter Turnout: Voter turnout was 27.1% as of Saturday afternoon, lower than previous by-elections in Port Waikato (35.9%) and Hamilton West (31.4%).
labour’s Reaction: Labour attendees, including Peeni Henare and Willie Jackson, were visibly upset and shocked by the outcome.
Kaipara’s Appeal: Political Editor Maiki Sherman believes Kaipara’s authenticity, amplified by social media, resonated with voters.
Context of the By-Election: The by-election was held following the death of Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Tarsh Kemp.
Kaipara’s Background: She is a former journalist and broadcaster.
Henare’s Previous Loss: Peeni Henare previously held the seat (Tāmaki Makaurau) from 2014-2023 but was narrowly defeated by Kemp in the previous election (by 42 votes).
Te Pāti Māori’s Opposition: Te Pāti Māori has been a vocal opponent of the current coalition government, notably regarding the Treaty Principles Bill.
