Rakahanga, Electoral division in Cook Islands
Rakahanga is an electoral division in the Cook Islands that encompasses the northern atoll and its residents. It sends a single representative to the country's Parliament.
The district was created in 1965 when the Cook Islands gained self-governance. It has maintained its separate parliamentary representation since that time.
The electoral process in Rakahanga maintains high voter participation rates, with turnouts reaching over 90 percent during general elections.
The area is located on one of the northern islands and requires boat or air travel to reach. Visitors should plan ahead as transportation options are limited and depend on weather conditions.
The electoral division recorded a 94.6 percent voter turnout in 2006, demonstrating the highest level of democratic participation in the Cook Islands.
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