2019 Lower Hutt mayoral election

The 2019 Lower Hutt mayoral election was part of the wider 2019 New Zealand local elections. The elections were held for the role of Mayor of Lower Hutt plus other local government positions including twelve city councillors, also elected triennially. The polling was conducted using the standard first-past-the-post electoral method.

Background
The incumbent mayor, Ray Wallace, stood for a fourth term. He faced a challenge from project manager James Anderson, Wainuiomata Ward councillor Campbell Barry who stood for the Labour Party, financial advisor George MacKay and cleaning business owner David Smith.

Ward results
Twelve candidates were also elected from wards to the Hutt City Council.