Almost a third of mayoral elections have no incumbent

Wayne Guppy of Upper Hutt, going for his ninth term as mayor, is a clear exception

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Neil Volzke of Stratford was elected in a byelection; technically, this is his fifth full term. Tauranga City Council is not holding elections as an extraordinary election was held in 2024; regional councils are not included as their chairs are chosen by the council, not directly elected

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