South Wairarapa District Council received the resignation of Councillor Rebecca Gray on 12 August 2025. 

The resignation was submitted in accordance with Clause 5, Schedule 7 of the Local Government Act 2002, which requires elected members to resign by written notice to the Chief Executive. 

Council thanked Cr Gray for her services this triennium at their ordinary meeting on 8 October 2025. 

As the vacancy has occurred within 12 months of the next local government election, Council resolved that they would not be filling the position. 

This decision aligns with Section 117(3) of the Local Electoral Act 2001, which permits councils to leave a vacancy unfilled in the final year of the triennium, provided a formal resolution is passed and public notice is given. 

Janice Smith 
Chief Executive Officer