Research
- SUBTOPICS
Lit reviews & annotated biblios
Annotated bibliographies covering MMP, youth civic participation, and Māori and Pacific peoples' electoral participation in NZ are provided, including in a variety of downloadable formats. A literature review looking at the role of schools in building active citizens is provided. Read more »
MMP understanding tracking
Levels of public understanding of MMP have been measured and reported regularly since 1993. Read more »
Participation
Quantitative and qualititative research projects have explored electoral participation in NZ, particularly by young adults and Māori. Read more »
- ARTICLES
Annotated bibliographies and literature reviews - various topics
This page describes and links to annotated bibliographies and literature reviews commissioned or written by the Electoral Commission on topics relating to Maori and Pacific peoples, and to efficacy and electoral participation. Read more »
Electoral Compendium 2005
The New Zealand Pocket Electoral Compendium 2005 has been published in two parts: General Electoral Information and Statistics Information. It is available free of charge, and bulk orders are welcome. Read more »
Report of The Royal Commission on the Electoral System 1986
The Report of the Royal Commission on the Electoral System which first recommended New Zealand adopt the Mixed Member Proportional voting system was submitted to the Governor-General on 11 December 1986. The report is available for download. Read more »
