Disappointment, at the lack of people putting their name forward for October's council elections.

Several people have been elected unopposed around the country.

They include three of Christchurch's 16 councillors, two of Auckland's 20 councillors, and five of Lower Hutt's 13 councillors.

Lower Hutt's outgoing mayor and the Vice President of Local Government New Zealand Campbell Barry says it's a less-than-ideal situation.

He says the environment may be putting many people off standing, but a high-profile mayoral race can help drive interest.

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