If you can't get your hands on your voting papers you can't have your say in Rotorua's upcoming local government elections.
The Rotorua Daily Post has received enquiries from readers asking if they can vote if they are going to be out of town during the election period.
Voting documents for the Rotorua District Council, Lakes District Health Board, Rotorua Lakes Community Board and Bay of Plenty Regional Council are posted out between September 20 and 25.
Voters have until midday on October 12 to make their choices, but they need to make sure they post their forms a few days before October 12 to ensure they arrive on time.
Otherwise, voters can drop off their documents to one of a number of ballot boxes around the district. These locations will include the Rotorua District Council customer centre and the City Focus.