Criticising our politicians is close to a national pastime, but are you all talk or prepared to put your hand-up for a spot on your council?
Local body elections are coming up in a few months, and one council is actively trying to boost the number of contenders.
Carterton Council - north of Wellington - has launched a campaign calling for more people to throw their hats in the ring.
Council's spokesperson Elisa Brown talks to Lisa Owen.
