This arrangement is currently prevented by clause 2 of Schedule 1A of the Local Electoral Act 2001 as it does not satisfy the formula currently specified for calculating the number of Māori ward members of the council. Te Paati Māori policy and kaupapa support the establishment of Māori wards and mana whenua representation in local government, and it has long been a priority for us. As the member for Te Waiariki, I support wholeheartedly our people of Te Arawa and the Rotorua community in our fight for greater decision-making roles in our rohe.