Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 15, 2022 5:48:43 GMT 12
COLLINS BACKING BICULTURAL CITY
He says Māori identity is Aotearoa’s point of difference in the world and iwi mana whenua, as traditional kaitiaki of Tamaki Makaurau, should have more influence in how the city develops, accommodates growth and meets the social, cultural, economic and environmental challenges ahead.
He wants to see Māori wards in place by 2025 to increase elected Māori representation.
He will also support Māori heritage and identity through the naming of council facilities, public roads, and public spaces such as park.
Mr Collins says he will support training initiatives for council staff and elected members, as well as increase the Māori Initiatives fund in Council’s Long-term Plan 2024-34 to support a 10-year programme of marae refurbishment, papakāinga development and other Māori community initiatives.......
waateanews.com/2022/09/14/collins-backing-bicultural-city/
He says Māori identity is Aotearoa’s point of difference in the world and iwi mana whenua, as traditional kaitiaki of Tamaki Makaurau, should have more influence in how the city develops, accommodates growth and meets the social, cultural, economic and environmental challenges ahead.
He wants to see Māori wards in place by 2025 to increase elected Māori representation.
He will also support Māori heritage and identity through the naming of council facilities, public roads, and public spaces such as park.
Mr Collins says he will support training initiatives for council staff and elected members, as well as increase the Māori Initiatives fund in Council’s Long-term Plan 2024-34 to support a 10-year programme of marae refurbishment, papakāinga development and other Māori community initiatives.......
waateanews.com/2022/09/14/collins-backing-bicultural-city/