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Let the bill go through –
that's what Ngati Whatua o Orakei
are urging the Maori Affairs Select Committee today.
The Committee is examining the iwi's Treaty claim.
Potaka Maipi reports.
Thrown out.
Emotions ran high,
but there is still only one aim for Ngati Whatua ki Orakei.
There were about 30 submissions, with some in opposition.
Narrow Neck is at the centre of the opposition.
For some, the issue runs deep.
For 35 years the local iwi have waited,
but they still wait on the submissions inside their house.
Only a brave committee will change the settlement.
Potaka Maipi, Te Karere.