Napier City Council 'disingenuous' over Maori wards delay
17 May, 2021 01:54 AM
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Pania of the Reef sits serene on Napier's Marine Parade. Photo / Warren Buckland
Hawkes Bay Today
By: Sahiban Hyde
Napier City Council's decision to not establish Maori wards by 2022 is being labelled "disingenuous" and "racist" ahead of a planned public protest tomorrow.
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Napier Mayor Kirsten Wise said not establishing Maori wards by
2022 was due to a lack of time council had to consult the community.
"Following a meeting with mana whenua on April 21, council resolved on April 22 to begin engagement and consultation immediately," Wise said.