Far North Mayor criticizes government's proposed changes to Māori wards.

Far North Mayor Moko Tepania criticizes the government's proposed changes to Māori wards. The Far North District Council and Northland Regional Council plan to oppose the coalition government's signals to require binding referendums for Māori wards continuation/establishment and allow councils to remove them without consultation before 2025 local elections. The supporting legislation is expected by July.

April 22, 2024
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