Post by Kiwi Frontline on Sept 23, 2023 4:07:39 GMT 12
MĀORI WARD 'DOESN'T DEAL WITH RACISM', BUT A STEP FORWARD
When councillors voted unanimously to establish a Māori ward, staff in the council chamber burst into waiata.
In the next local government election in 2025, those enrolled on the Māori electoral roll will be able to vote for candidates standing for the Māori ward.
While the vote was unanimous, several councillors raised questions about engagement and polling....
www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/132986680/mori-ward-doesnt-deal-with-racism-but-a-step-forward
When councillors voted unanimously to establish a Māori ward, staff in the council chamber burst into waiata.
In the next local government election in 2025, those enrolled on the Māori electoral roll will be able to vote for candidates standing for the Māori ward.
While the vote was unanimous, several councillors raised questions about engagement and polling....
www.stuff.co.nz/nelson-mail/132986680/mori-ward-doesnt-deal-with-racism-but-a-step-forward