Post by Kiwi Frontline on Apr 10, 2024 2:57:54 GMT 12
MĀORI WARD VOTE PRICE OF COALITION
New Zealand First MP Shane Jones says the prior Labour Government overstepped the mark by removing the ratepayer veto on Māori wards.
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has moved to restore the referendums that can overturn council decisions on Māori local representation.
Mr Jones says former prime minister Jacinda Ardern and minister Nanaia Mahuta should have campaigned on the issue instead of passing the amendment to the Local Electora Act in the dead of night.
Mr Jones says he’s not against Māori wards, but coalition agreements make unity a priority to tackle bigger issues.....
waateanews.com/2024/04/09/maori-ward-vote-price-of-coalition/
New Zealand First MP Shane Jones says the prior Labour Government overstepped the mark by removing the ratepayer veto on Māori wards.
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has moved to restore the referendums that can overturn council decisions on Māori local representation.
Mr Jones says former prime minister Jacinda Ardern and minister Nanaia Mahuta should have campaigned on the issue instead of passing the amendment to the Local Electora Act in the dead of night.
Mr Jones says he’s not against Māori wards, but coalition agreements make unity a priority to tackle bigger issues.....
waateanews.com/2024/04/09/maori-ward-vote-price-of-coalition/