The race for Gore's next Mayor may not be over just yet.

Tracy Hicks has filed for a re-count, after losing to 23-year-old Ben Bell, who became the youngest mayor in New Zealand's history, with an eight vote margin.

Hicks says he's not desperate for mayoralty, and life could be a bit quieter.

But he says he's passionate about his community and wants the transition to whatever happens to happen in an orderly way.  

Further north, Christchurch's Ali Jones is also seeking a recount, after missing out on a council seat at Innes by 16 votes.

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