With under two hours until voting closes at 7pm tonight, Hawke's Bay Today reporters and photographers are out speaking to candidates and the public - both poised for tonight's results.
Due to clear directives from the Electoral Commission, media are not permitted to publish stories or advertising likely to influence voters until voting ends this evening.
However, prior to that we'll feature stories from those who have voted and all the colour from our voting booths.
Stay tuned to this site and our Facebook page for updates, commentary and reaction as the results start trickling in tonight.