Waipā needs astute, strategic and well-informed leaders for what chief executive Garry Dyet describes as a “pivotal time” to be an elected representative in the district. “We need people who will put the time and…
Waipā needs astute, strategic and well-informed leaders for what chief executive Garry Dyet describes as a “pivotal time” to be an elected representative in the district. “We need people who will put the time and…
The results of our online survey are in. Susan O’Regan was a runaway winner for mayor in The News’ first online poll of the local body elections. But the result shows she proved more savvy…
We are now in election mode – welcome to the season where candidates put up their signs, come looking for your votes by door knocking and seek out photo opportunities. Elections give residents a vital…
People on the Māori roll for general elections have been automatically switched to Māori ward rolls for October’s local body elections. But no one has thought to actually tell them. The decision impacts on 35…
A remarkable turnaround in public opinion – and strong submissions from iwi – put councils wanting to introduce Māori wards on the front foot. Last week was the final week councils up and down the…
Waipā’s Mayor Jim Mylchreest says his councillors cannot indicate their opinions on the Māori ward issue before they vote on it next week. He says if a councillor expresses an opinion on the issue, he or she could be banned from taking part in the debate because it would suggest “predetermination”….
Ōtorohanga has stolen a march on fellow Waikato councils and voted to create a Māori ward for its 2022 elections. In doing so it opted against the consultation process favoured by sister councils. The decision,…
