1994 Cook Islands referendum

A five-part referendum was held in the Cook Islands on 24 March 1994.[1] Voters were consulted on retaining the country's name, flag and national anthem and seats in parliament for overseas Cook Islanders, as well as whether the term of Parliament should be three, four or five years.[1]

Voters voted in favour of retaining the islands' name, national anthem, flag and overseas seats in Parliament, and opted for a five year term of parliament.

Results

Retention of the country's name

Choice Votes %
For3,98469.80
Against1,72330.20
Invalid/blank votes
Total5,707100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

Retention of the national anthem

Choice Votes %
For4,62380.20
Against1,14119.80
Invalid/blank votes
Total5,764100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

Retention of the national flag

Choice Votes %
For2,80552.40
Against2,54847.60
Invalid/blank votes
Total5,353100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

Retention of overseas seats in Parliament

Choice Votes %
For3,32256.54
Against2,55443.46
Invalid/blank votes
Total5,876100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

Parliamentary term

Choice Votes %
Five years2,55941.78
Three years
Four years
Invalid/blank votes
Total6,125100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

References

  1. Cook Islands Direct Democracy (in German)
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