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Tuesday 23 August 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
Voters wait for their turn at a polling station in Rarotonga in August. Photo: MELINA ETCHES/22080106
Electoral turnout percentage in the Pa Enua (outer islands) was significantly higher than in Rarotonga during the 2022 general elections.
Electoral turnout percentage in the Pa Enua (outer islands) was significantly higher than in Rarotonga during the 2022 general elections.
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Comments
Soa Tini on 23/08/2022
Change the Electoral Act for any eligible voter to cast their vote compulsory on the general election day. If they missed out to penalise with a fine of $50 without any reasonable reason. This will boost the turnout to 95-100% for sure and revenue to the economy, just like here in Australia. Thanks.