A council spokesman said yesterday the by-election would be held on May 12. A mourning period for Mr Radich was appropriate, but she felt the by-election date was set far too late. The ODT asked how much the by-election will cost — in reply, the council spokesman said costs were yet to be confirmed but would be unbudgeted. Several people the ODT spoke to yesterday remained shaken by Mr Radich’s death. The council spokesman said the by-election date was decided in consultation with the electoral officer and complied with legislative requirements.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 12, 2026 16:35 UTC