These councils established Māori wards following the passing of Nanaia Mahuta's law in 2021 which removed the right for ratepayers to demand a referendum when councils proposed creating one or more Māori wards.These councils have had Māori wards since the 2022 local body elections. They have two choices:
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Disestablish now, with effect from 2025
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Referendum in 2025, with effect from 2028