Cook Islands referendum, 1994

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A four-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, as well as whether the term of Parliament should be three, four or five years.[1] The first three questions were consultative referendums,[2][3][4] whilst the fourth involved changing article 37 of the constitution,[5] and was binding.

Voters voted in favour of retaining the islands' name and national anthem,[2][3] but against retaining the flag.[4]

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 %
For 80.20
Against 19.80
Invalid/blank votes –
Total 100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

Retention of the national flag

Choice Votes %
For 48.50
Against 51.50
Invalid/blank votes –
Total 100
Registered voters/turnout
Source: Direct Democracy

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Cook Islands Direct Democracy (German)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Cook Islands, 24 March 1994: Retention of the name Direct Democracy (German)
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Cook Islands, 24 March 1994: Retention of the National Anthem Direct Democracy (German)
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Cook Islands, 24 March 1994: Retention of the National Flag Direct Democracy (German)
  5. ↑ Cook Islands, 24 March 1994: Legislative term three, four or five years Direct Democracy (German)