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The news was well-received by Ngāi Tahu representatives in the deep south, even though it comes with a caveat. Because of government legislation, the new appointees can only be involved at committee level and are not allowed to vote at full council. Waihōpai Rūnaka representative Michael Skerrett said the seats were a good start, but hoped it would not take another century and a half for the rules to change around that. “Rightfully, we should have mana whenua places [voting on full] council. In time, I think it will [happen],” Skerrett said. “I’m not talking about taking over the place, but that’s a promise of the Treaty. There’s a reasonable expectation that tāngata whenua of the area, they’re the Treaty partner. To me, it’s just a matter of honesty, keeping your promises.” ....
Councillor: Too much talk, not enough action on museum redevelopment stuff.co.nz - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from stuff.co.nz Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.