Māori authority and consent over freshwater
What it actually does
The party's freshwater policy would assert Māori rights and authority over freshwater, require Māori consent for decisions about it, and ensure benefits are shared fairly.
Source: maoriparty.org.nz · 2026-10
The Trump take
“You need permission to use the water? In California they let it run into the ocean. Ridiculous. I opened up the water, everyone said 'thank you, sir.'”parody
Why it scored this way
Identity politics
Ethnicity-based consent rights over a resource
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Hates it
Red tape
Extra consent hurdle for water decisions
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Dislikes it
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Fast-track Approvals Act 2024
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Crown Minerals Amendment Act 2025 (oil and gas ban repeal)
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