Rangitīkei Mayor Andy Watson, long in office, faces uncertainty over retirement amid local governance and Māori relations challenges.

Rangitīkei Mayor Andy Watson, who has been in office for over two decades, is uncertain about stepping down due to challenges in local government and Māori relations. He highlighted concerns about the Government's Local Water Done Well legislation and the importance of strong relationships between Māori and Pākehā communities. Watson also noted the government's $10.1 million investment to fix marae buildings.

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