Electoral Commission Board
The Electoral Commission Board has three members, appointed by the Governor-General, including one member as the Chairperson, one member as the Deputy Chairperson and the Chief Electoral Officer, who is the Chief Executive of the Electoral Commission.
| Commissioner | Position | Appointed | Finished |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hon Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC, KCNZM | Chair | August 2010 | Present |
| Robert Peden | Chief Electoral Officer | August 2010 | Present |
| Jane Huria CNZM | Deputy Chair | July 2011 | Present |
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