Hamiltonians are heading back to the polls after the election of councillor Ryan Hamilton to Parliament.
The National Party candidate won the Hamilton East electorate on Saturday and has formally resigned as an East Ward councillor on Hamilton City Council.
Mayor Paula Southgate said Hamilton would be missed at the council but would be a strong voice for Hamilton/Kirikiriroa in Wellington.
The council confirmed it would hold a byelection in the East Ward, with nominations opening on Friday, November 24.
“As a member of council, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of your fellow Hamiltonians,” Southgate said.