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Contested 2 races — 1 elected 1 elected unopposed
Nelson is recovering from a natural disaster and is rapidly losing its regional economic crown to the Tasman District. Is the city’s longest-serving politician the man who can take it forward? Why is Nelson the best place in the world? Where do I start?
Nelson's incumbent Māori Ward councillor Kahu Paki Paki said despite running unopposed, this election has "been harder than you could probably ever imagine".
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