A flurry of action has occurred over Wellington mayoral hopeful Ray Chung's campaign.
Three council candidates aligned with his ticket, Independent Together, have dropped out in just three days.
This follows criticism of an email Chung wrote, containing salacious rumours about the city's Mayor.
He's since apologised.
But Alistair Boyce from campaign group Better Wellington is standing by him.
He told Ryan Bridge he doesn't expect anyone else will leave, and they're all strong and ready for the fight.
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