Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 18, 2022 3:12:43 GMT 12
SUPPORT FOR MĀORI WARDS STRONGER IN PROVINCES THAN CITIES – SURVEY
Just over half of councils (34) are including them as an option in October, many for the first time.
But one thing is for sure - the number of Māori standing this year is already up thanks to the introduction of the wards, with 140 vying for 60 positions on councils around the country.
"It's abundantly clear that the introduction of Māori wards has empowered more Māori to stand.".....
www.newshub.co.nz/home/politics/2022/09/support-for-m-ori-wards-stronger-in-provinces-than-cities-survey.html
Just over half of councils (34) are including them as an option in October, many for the first time.
But one thing is for sure - the number of Māori standing this year is already up thanks to the introduction of the wards, with 140 vying for 60 positions on councils around the country.
"It's abundantly clear that the introduction of Māori wards has empowered more Māori to stand.".....
www.newshub.co.nz/home/politics/2022/09/support-for-m-ori-wards-stronger-in-provinces-than-cities-survey.html