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Gary Tong makes surprise bid for Southland mayoralty

Last updated: July 22, 2025 12:05 am
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Gary Tong, the former mayor of Southland, has had a change of heart regarding his decision not to run for re-election. Despite initially stating that he would not be seeking another term due to being too busy and believing the role required a “young brain,” Tong has announced his candidacy for a fourth term. This decision comes after falling just short of victory in the previous election, where he finished third behind the current mayor, Rob Scott, and farmer Geoffrey Young.

Tong admitted that his family had concerns about his health, especially after suffering a heart attack several years ago. However, he emphasized that he had learned to prioritize his well-being and his loved ones. While he acknowledged not keeping up with the current council closely, Tong mentioned that his main focus would be on water reforms and reviewing council policies. He also expressed his intention to prioritize family and friends over work commitments, a lesson he had learned from his previous years as mayor.

This is not the first time Tong has reversed his decision on mayoral plans, as he had previously stated that his third term would be his last. In a similar fashion, he had initially announced his candidacy for the Invercargill mayoralty in 2021 before withdrawing and ultimately losing in the Southland race to Scott.

Meanwhile, former Gore mayor Tracy Hicks, who also narrowly lost in the previous election, has hinted at the possibility of running again. Hicks mentioned that he is currently reflecting on his decision and discussing with others, with a final choice expected soon.

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– LDR is local body journalism co-funded by RNZ and NZ On Air

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