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.
Read More 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.