Five departing Hastings councillors have been farewelled during an at-times emotional final council meeting ahead of the local body elections.
Five of the 14 current councillors sitting on Hastings District Council are not seeking re-election at the local body elections this month.
Councillors Geraldine Travers, Sophie Siers, Bayden Barber, Henare O'Keefe and Peleti Oli concluded their time on the council on Tuesday afternoon, during a final council meeting.
Mayor Sandra Hazlehurst fought back tears as she thanked them for their contribution and "your commitment to our people, your professionalism, your honesty, your respect and your trust".
"You have all contributed to making Hastings a great place, we will miss you all. You have contributed so much."