Post by Kiwi Frontline on May 17, 2016 18:29:14 GMT 12
MAORI WARDS BACK ON AGENDA (Gisborne)
It was generally felt that Maori views were not taken into account by the GDC.
GDC has yet to introduce Maori wards (the local government equivalent of the Parliamentary Maori seats) to ensure and improve Maori representation, although there is legislative provision for such wards (they were adopted by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council).
It is important to acknowledge and celebrate all the good things that come with change. Whether it is big or small, it’s the future direction we need to pursue…..
gisborneherald.co.nz/opinion/2308809-135/maori-wards-back-on-agenda
It was generally felt that Maori views were not taken into account by the GDC.
GDC has yet to introduce Maori wards (the local government equivalent of the Parliamentary Maori seats) to ensure and improve Maori representation, although there is legislative provision for such wards (they were adopted by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council).
It is important to acknowledge and celebrate all the good things that come with change. Whether it is big or small, it’s the future direction we need to pursue…..
gisborneherald.co.nz/opinion/2308809-135/maori-wards-back-on-agenda