Post by Kiwi Frontline on Dec 17, 2019 2:45:56 GMT 12
TAUPO COUNCIL STRENGTHENS RELATIONSHIPS WITH LOCAL IWI PARTNERS
Council is strengthening its relationships with local Iwi partners through the inclusion of Maori representatives on five council committees this triennium.
The decision follows discussions with the district’s Iwi partners on how to co-design an appropriate and genuine approach to involving Maori in local decision-making, after council opted not to include Maori wards.
While that dialogue is continuing, the decision to include Maori representation on council committees was an important step said Taupo district mayor, David Trewavas.
"I’m proud to further our partnerships and create genuine opportunities for council and Iwi to work more closely together for the benefit of our community........
www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/355007
Council is strengthening its relationships with local Iwi partners through the inclusion of Maori representatives on five council committees this triennium.
The decision follows discussions with the district’s Iwi partners on how to co-design an appropriate and genuine approach to involving Maori in local decision-making, after council opted not to include Maori wards.
While that dialogue is continuing, the decision to include Maori representation on council committees was an important step said Taupo district mayor, David Trewavas.
"I’m proud to further our partnerships and create genuine opportunities for council and Iwi to work more closely together for the benefit of our community........
www.voxy.co.nz/national/5/355007