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NZ Herald 3/12/16
BIG CHANGES AHEAD FOR CITY'S VOLCANIC PEAKS
If you are concerned about not being able to drive to the summits of the Auckland volcanic peaks, then I urge you to read the Tupuna Maunga Integrated Management Plan on the Auckland Council website. This sets out some fairly broad proposals for management of all of Auckland's volcanic peaks and surrounding parks.
While much of it Is somewhat ambiguous, the clear direction Is to remove Inappropriate structures and recreational facilities. The idea seems to be to encourage the cones and surrounding areas to revert to native flora and fauna, allowing probably only pedestrian and cycle access. Vehicle access will certainly be restricted. Current recreational facilities, include archery, tennis, soccer, rugby and a scout den. Stock grazing is to be phased out.
The tihi. or craters, are considered sacred by Maori so any access to these Is likely to be very restricted.
Aucklanders should have their say before It Is too late.
M B
Botany Downs
NZ Herald 3/12/16 (A quick word section)
In her swearing in speech as Govemor-General, Dame Patsy said she would 'respect and honour the unique partnership between the Crown and Maori, as enshrined in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Her so-called "partnership" Is a monstrous modern fabrication.
BRUCE MOON.
Nelson
Bay of Plenty Times 3/12/16
SPECIAL TREATMENT
Regarding Buddy Mikacre's letter (November, 26). that successive governments have favoured Maori, does not make it right — only patronised. The Maori electoral seats, Waitangi Tribunal and a Maori Land Court confirm special undemocratic treatment.
More than $40,000,000 is spent annually on largely unsuccessful promotion of te reo.
Many of the unique Maori problems, In my view, result from an inability to handle the move from tribal-controlled rural areas to cities, to make individual decisions and take individual responsibility, and the reluctance of kaumatua to relinquish tribal control.
In 2009 a tribal initiative, Whanau Ora. was formed by Maori Party's Tariana Turia to provide for Maori health. It is government-funded. In 2015 the Auditor General, Lynn Provost. reported: "It is not easy to describe what it is and what it has done" A large amount of the budget has never been accounted for. (Abridged.)
B .J
Omokoroa
The Press 3/12/16 (In a few words section)
I find it ironic that Ngai Tahu, which operates as a charitable trust, wants taxpayers to fund the dredging of Kaikoura’s South Bay harbour so it can recommence its Whale Watch business.
R B
Cashmere
Sunlive / Weekend Sun 2/12/16
WE ALL NEED HOUSES, FOOD, CLOTHING ETC..
Re: ‘Maori do need race-based policies' (The Weekend Sun, November 4). M Leabourn's letter in which he alleges the Government does not make special provisions for Maori ‘needs'. I would like to know what are the special needs of part-Maori today?
We all need houses, food, clothing, education and healthcare, which is available to all.
When Charles Darwin visited these shores in The Beagle, he wrote the land was barren, the natives hostile, and they lived in hovels. After Maori took over the land from those already here, just what did they do to improve the quality of life? Actually nothing, for they stripped the land of trees, and ate nearly everything that walked or flew, including the 12 species of moa.
Conservationists they were not, luckily colonists have since done their upmost to restore many species. We know inter-tribal fighting, cannibalism and slavery were rife, but if it was such a wonderful culture and lifestyle why did Maori leaders first beg King William, and then Queen Victoria, to send troops to put an end to the looming extinction of Maori, especially after the Musket Wars.
If Maori want to participate in government then let them put candidates forward for election. It is ludicrous to suggest the 18 per cent part-Maori be given co-governance and it is up to them to be elected like everyone else. We are one nation.
M B,
Tauranga City.
Gisborne Herald 2/12/16
DISAPPOINTED — BUT IT’S BOARDROOM POLITICS
Re: No official response to ‘offensive’ letter, December 1 story.
I feel obliged to comment on Thursday’s article about the Health Board’s refusal to respond to Manu Caddie’s letter.
I was disappointed I couldn’t muster enough support for my suggestion they do so.
That’s boardroom politics, and I’m satisfied that I was given the chance to have my say.
Anybody who has been involved with local body politics in Tairawhiti over the last decade will be familiar with this classic Caddie approach to discussing important issues.
The reason I found Manu’s letter offensive wasn’t because of what he said about “white folks”. It was the way he, by inference, heaped scorn on the efforts of all the members of those committees that incidentally include some wonderfully-dedicated Maori members.
He’s also wrong to suggest all the committees are chaired by “status quo middle-class Pakeha members”, which is Manu-speak for “white males who have long outlived their usefulness”.
Last time I noticed, two of the most important committees were chaired by Maori.
Although I agree the three new members he promotes as worthy leadership contenders will bring welcome qualities to any committee, I doubt they’ll be any more dedicated or capable than the ones they replace.
Unfortunately, the colour of their skin won’t make an ounce of difference to their ability to help solve some of our real problems either.
Changing the terrible Maori health statistics for the better is a slow process and unfortunately will require considerable change in the personal lifestyles of many who are at risk.
The Health Board has welcomed the recommendations for doing things differently that have been advocated by Maori themselves.
During the time I’ve been on the Health Board, I’ve been impressed with the support given to the introduction of the Whanau Ora system of healthcare delivery, particularly on the Coast.
We’re also very receptive to the suggestions that come from the TRONP committee, which keep us informed about the issues that are seen as priorities for the Iwi population.
If there’s a problem with the way we’re co-operating with the Ngati Porou Hauora board, we’d be told about it before the ink was dry.
C B
Gisborne
BIG CHANGES AHEAD FOR CITY'S VOLCANIC PEAKS
If you are concerned about not being able to drive to the summits of the Auckland volcanic peaks, then I urge you to read the Tupuna Maunga Integrated Management Plan on the Auckland Council website. This sets out some fairly broad proposals for management of all of Auckland's volcanic peaks and surrounding parks.
While much of it Is somewhat ambiguous, the clear direction Is to remove Inappropriate structures and recreational facilities. The idea seems to be to encourage the cones and surrounding areas to revert to native flora and fauna, allowing probably only pedestrian and cycle access. Vehicle access will certainly be restricted. Current recreational facilities, include archery, tennis, soccer, rugby and a scout den. Stock grazing is to be phased out.
The tihi. or craters, are considered sacred by Maori so any access to these Is likely to be very restricted.
Aucklanders should have their say before It Is too late.
M B
Botany Downs
NZ Herald 3/12/16 (A quick word section)
In her swearing in speech as Govemor-General, Dame Patsy said she would 'respect and honour the unique partnership between the Crown and Maori, as enshrined in our founding document, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Her so-called "partnership" Is a monstrous modern fabrication.
BRUCE MOON.
Nelson
Bay of Plenty Times 3/12/16
SPECIAL TREATMENT
Regarding Buddy Mikacre's letter (November, 26). that successive governments have favoured Maori, does not make it right — only patronised. The Maori electoral seats, Waitangi Tribunal and a Maori Land Court confirm special undemocratic treatment.
More than $40,000,000 is spent annually on largely unsuccessful promotion of te reo.
Many of the unique Maori problems, In my view, result from an inability to handle the move from tribal-controlled rural areas to cities, to make individual decisions and take individual responsibility, and the reluctance of kaumatua to relinquish tribal control.
In 2009 a tribal initiative, Whanau Ora. was formed by Maori Party's Tariana Turia to provide for Maori health. It is government-funded. In 2015 the Auditor General, Lynn Provost. reported: "It is not easy to describe what it is and what it has done" A large amount of the budget has never been accounted for. (Abridged.)
B .J
Omokoroa
The Press 3/12/16 (In a few words section)
I find it ironic that Ngai Tahu, which operates as a charitable trust, wants taxpayers to fund the dredging of Kaikoura’s South Bay harbour so it can recommence its Whale Watch business.
R B
Cashmere
Sunlive / Weekend Sun 2/12/16
WE ALL NEED HOUSES, FOOD, CLOTHING ETC..
Re: ‘Maori do need race-based policies' (The Weekend Sun, November 4). M Leabourn's letter in which he alleges the Government does not make special provisions for Maori ‘needs'. I would like to know what are the special needs of part-Maori today?
We all need houses, food, clothing, education and healthcare, which is available to all.
When Charles Darwin visited these shores in The Beagle, he wrote the land was barren, the natives hostile, and they lived in hovels. After Maori took over the land from those already here, just what did they do to improve the quality of life? Actually nothing, for they stripped the land of trees, and ate nearly everything that walked or flew, including the 12 species of moa.
Conservationists they were not, luckily colonists have since done their upmost to restore many species. We know inter-tribal fighting, cannibalism and slavery were rife, but if it was such a wonderful culture and lifestyle why did Maori leaders first beg King William, and then Queen Victoria, to send troops to put an end to the looming extinction of Maori, especially after the Musket Wars.
If Maori want to participate in government then let them put candidates forward for election. It is ludicrous to suggest the 18 per cent part-Maori be given co-governance and it is up to them to be elected like everyone else. We are one nation.
M B,
Tauranga City.
Gisborne Herald 2/12/16
DISAPPOINTED — BUT IT’S BOARDROOM POLITICS
Re: No official response to ‘offensive’ letter, December 1 story.
I feel obliged to comment on Thursday’s article about the Health Board’s refusal to respond to Manu Caddie’s letter.
I was disappointed I couldn’t muster enough support for my suggestion they do so.
That’s boardroom politics, and I’m satisfied that I was given the chance to have my say.
Anybody who has been involved with local body politics in Tairawhiti over the last decade will be familiar with this classic Caddie approach to discussing important issues.
The reason I found Manu’s letter offensive wasn’t because of what he said about “white folks”. It was the way he, by inference, heaped scorn on the efforts of all the members of those committees that incidentally include some wonderfully-dedicated Maori members.
He’s also wrong to suggest all the committees are chaired by “status quo middle-class Pakeha members”, which is Manu-speak for “white males who have long outlived their usefulness”.
Last time I noticed, two of the most important committees were chaired by Maori.
Although I agree the three new members he promotes as worthy leadership contenders will bring welcome qualities to any committee, I doubt they’ll be any more dedicated or capable than the ones they replace.
Unfortunately, the colour of their skin won’t make an ounce of difference to their ability to help solve some of our real problems either.
Changing the terrible Maori health statistics for the better is a slow process and unfortunately will require considerable change in the personal lifestyles of many who are at risk.
The Health Board has welcomed the recommendations for doing things differently that have been advocated by Maori themselves.
During the time I’ve been on the Health Board, I’ve been impressed with the support given to the introduction of the Whanau Ora system of healthcare delivery, particularly on the Coast.
We’re also very receptive to the suggestions that come from the TRONP committee, which keep us informed about the issues that are seen as priorities for the Iwi population.
If there’s a problem with the way we’re co-operating with the Ngati Porou Hauora board, we’d be told about it before the ink was dry.
C B
Gisborne