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1994 Cook Islands referendum

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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

More information Choice, Votes ...
Choice Votes %
For3,98469.80
Against1,72330.20
Invalid/blank votes–
Total5,707100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy
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Retention of the national anthem

More information Choice, Votes ...
Choice Votes %
For4,62380.20
Against1,14119.80
Invalid/blank votes–
Total5,764100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy
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Retention of the national flag

More information Choice, Votes ...
Choice Votes %
For2,80552.40
Against2,54847.60
Invalid/blank votes–
Total5,353100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy
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Retention of overseas seats in Parliament

More information Choice, Votes ...
Choice Votes %
For3,32256.54
Against2,55443.46
Invalid/blank votes–
Total5,876100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy
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Parliamentary term

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