Tag: m_ori_representation

Te Pāti Māori Names Lisa Marie Murch as Te Tai Tonga Candidate for 2026 Election

17 Jun 2026 6:30 a.m. · Source: Te Pāti Māori

Te Pāti Māori has announced Lisa Marie Murch as its candidate for Te Tai Tonga in the 2026 General Election. Murch brings lived experience and a commitment to whānau Māori, aiming for strong representation and kaupapa Māori solutions.

Politics and Government General Politics Other Parties Election Social Issues Lisa Marie Murch Te Pāti Māori Te Tai Tonga 2026 General Election Māori Representation Politics Maori
Government Moves to End Voting Rights for Non-Elected Council Committee Members

8 Jun 2026 12:00 p.m. · Source: Wellington News

The New Zealand Government plans to amend the Local Government Act, removing voting rights for non-elected committee members, including Māori representatives, on councils like Wellington City Council, sparking debate over local governance and partnership.

Politics and Government General Politics Federal Government Social Issues Election Local Government Act Wellington City Council Māori Representation Voting Rights Iwi Political Reform New Zealand Politics