Stephen Corrigan elected to Te Hāwera Community Board

Stephen Corrigan has been elected to the Te Hāwera community board following the by-election, with official results having been confirmed on Wednesday 7 October 2026.

Stephen received 1,864 votes, followed by Jamie-Anne Manutai with 587 and Tobi Hipp with 403.

South Taranaki’s electoral officer Becky Wolland congratulates Stephen on his election and thanks all candidates for standing.

“Standing for election is an important commitment to the community and we acknowledge the willingness of all three candidates to put themselves forward,” says Becky.

31.55% of eligible voters cast their vote in the by-election.

By-election results:

CORRIGAN, Stephen 1864

MANUTAI, Jamie-Anne 587

HIPP, Tobi 403