Members are advised that Mike Powell has only just written to the National Returning Officer that he wishes to withdraw from the election.
Mike was asked at the same time as the other two candidates to reconfirm his nomination before the ballots were printed and sent yet failed to do so till today.
Derek Best
National Returning Officer
I declare Phillip Swatridge elected to the position of Timaru Local President.
The NZPFU Auckland Local is providing this update to ensure members have clear and accurate information regarding the recent asbestos testing and subsequent actions at Auckland City Fire Station.
An election for the Timaru Local President position shall be conducted by electronic voting commencing at 0900 (9am) Monday 6 October 2025 and closes 1700 (5pm) Friday 17 October 2025.