The two-time Olympic gold medallist Mahe Drysdale is hoping to deliver a prosperous "post-commissioner" future for Tauranga. 

The Olympian has put his name in the ring for the election on July 20, with nominations closing on Friday. 

Mahe Drysdale told Mike Hosking “I’m pretty central – I just want what’s best for the country.” 

Drysdale said “I will form an opinion of what the community wants - I'm very focused on making Tauranga New Zealand's best small city.” 

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