I'm proud to introduce this bill on behalf of the Minister. No doubt, he would present it with a greater flourish, but as it is, it makes changes which are important for whānau, hapū, iwi, and Māori communities. This Government is committed to building closer partnerships with Māori and working with them to improve wellbeing outcomes and create more development opportunities. Empowering Māori entities to achieve these goals for whānau Māori and their communities means ensuring they have the autonomy and decision-making rights they need to make good and timely decisions. 