Auckland Transition AgencyMaori representation FAQs
Can Māori seats be introduced to the Auckland Council in future?
Under the Local Electoral Act, councils, including the new Auckland Council, have the power to decide to have specific Māori seats and the voters, by referendum, are able to require this of the council, or to change a council decision on the matter.
Will the Auckland Council give consideration to Māori views?
Under the Local Government Act, there must be consideration given to Māori views (no other specific group is given the status accorded the tangata whenua). Also, councils are required to take the steps to provide opportunities for Māori to contribute to decision-making processes including fostering ways of developing Māori capacity to contribute to decision-making processes.
