A message from Elliot Ikilei of Hobson’s Pledge appeared in my inbox. It concerned tactics being used against farmers by Ngāi Tahu. As of the moment this outrageous behaviour only affects farmers in Gore under rules imposed by the the tribe. Need I say that if this is allowed to proceed it will spread like the outbreak of the Covid pandemic, elsewhere in the South Island and around the country. What is happening in Gore must be stopped in its tracks. This is yet another instance of race-based pandering and cannot be allowed to stand.
The following is the basis for the concerns the farmers of the area rightfully have. According to Hobson’s Pledge, farmers in Gore (and anyone else wanting to build something) are staring down a new reality that, before they dig a silage pit, build a shed or fix a farm track, or dozens of other everyday farming activities, resource consents must be assessed against Ngāi Tahu cultural values like mauri (life force) wairua (spiritual connections) whakapapa (genealogy) and utu (restoring balance). Of course, there will be a charge...
As Hobson’s Pledge points out it’s a fork out or fail to get your consent situation. It’s pay Ngāi Tahu to assess whether your earthworks harm the spiritual essence of the soil. Hobson’s Pledge calls it ridiculous and unfair. I’ll call it out for what it really is: extortion and a rort. It is these types of actions from a vocal racist minority that are ruining relationships and harmony between our peoples. These bully boy tactics are not acceptable in a democracy. There is no room for this sort of stand-over mentality brought about by the arrogance of the hierarchy of a tribe or tribes.
There are certain laws in this country, such as private property rights, which are required to be respected and adhered to by everyone including Māori tribes. Trampling over people’s rights on their own land is, at the very least, trespassing, which is a criminal offence. In this regard farmers, and others, have every right to have these miscreants hauled before the courts. This nonsense emanates from the opinions held by some belligerent Māori who seem to believe that they have some sort of ‘special rights’ in this country. They do not.
I wonder how they would like it if we put a charge on every electrical appliance they buy on the basis that they neither invented the appliance nor the electricity it runs on. It is not exactly comparing apples with apples but I would argue the same principle applies. The government would be in receipt of an income bonanza. The squeals and the outrage would no doubt be heard across the Tasman in Australia. It’s high time these leaders in Māoridom stopped throwing their weight around and started realising ‘what’s good for the goose is good for the gander’.
We are one people in this country and the sooner that rationale is observed by everyone the better. This is the belief of the majority and this is where the government, Luxon and National in particular, are letting us down. The polls are showing it. We want this type of nonsense stamped out. Allowing it to continue will cost National votes at the election. Their voter base is disgusted that a blind eye is being turned to this unacceptable behaviour. Luxon and the coalition need to take the necessary action to prevent this ongoing corruption because a corrupt practice is what it is. Nobody else in the country would be able to get away with it.
Māori are no more privileged than the rest of the population. This falsehood, perpetrated by unwanted outfits like the Waitangi Tribunal, is a blight on the country. It should be dispensed with, along with the expensive tribunal. No useful purpose is served by an organisation whose sole intention is to divide the country. What is needed is legislation that ensures equality among all the peoples living in this land. We need legislation that enshrines the true meaning of the Treaty not some recent twisted version to suit the false narrative being perpetuated by those who seek racial superiority over the majority.
If one party in the coalition wants voting dominance then campaign on equality for all plus getting rid of the Waitangi Tribunal and the Māori electorates. Neither serves a useful purpose and both are well past their use by dates. It has to be ACT or NZ First, preferably both. National had their chance and blew it, reminiscent of Boris and Brexit.
Campaign and then make it a negotiating agreement and actually implement it. ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS.
JC is a right-wing crusader. Reached an age that embodies the dictum only the good die young. This article was first published HERE
As Hobson’s Pledge points out it’s a fork out or fail to get your consent situation. It’s pay Ngāi Tahu to assess whether your earthworks harm the spiritual essence of the soil. Hobson’s Pledge calls it ridiculous and unfair. I’ll call it out for what it really is: extortion and a rort. It is these types of actions from a vocal racist minority that are ruining relationships and harmony between our peoples. These bully boy tactics are not acceptable in a democracy. There is no room for this sort of stand-over mentality brought about by the arrogance of the hierarchy of a tribe or tribes.
There are certain laws in this country, such as private property rights, which are required to be respected and adhered to by everyone including Māori tribes. Trampling over people’s rights on their own land is, at the very least, trespassing, which is a criminal offence. In this regard farmers, and others, have every right to have these miscreants hauled before the courts. This nonsense emanates from the opinions held by some belligerent Māori who seem to believe that they have some sort of ‘special rights’ in this country. They do not.
I wonder how they would like it if we put a charge on every electrical appliance they buy on the basis that they neither invented the appliance nor the electricity it runs on. It is not exactly comparing apples with apples but I would argue the same principle applies. The government would be in receipt of an income bonanza. The squeals and the outrage would no doubt be heard across the Tasman in Australia. It’s high time these leaders in Māoridom stopped throwing their weight around and started realising ‘what’s good for the goose is good for the gander’.
We are one people in this country and the sooner that rationale is observed by everyone the better. This is the belief of the majority and this is where the government, Luxon and National in particular, are letting us down. The polls are showing it. We want this type of nonsense stamped out. Allowing it to continue will cost National votes at the election. Their voter base is disgusted that a blind eye is being turned to this unacceptable behaviour. Luxon and the coalition need to take the necessary action to prevent this ongoing corruption because a corrupt practice is what it is. Nobody else in the country would be able to get away with it.
Māori are no more privileged than the rest of the population. This falsehood, perpetrated by unwanted outfits like the Waitangi Tribunal, is a blight on the country. It should be dispensed with, along with the expensive tribunal. No useful purpose is served by an organisation whose sole intention is to divide the country. What is needed is legislation that ensures equality among all the peoples living in this land. We need legislation that enshrines the true meaning of the Treaty not some recent twisted version to suit the false narrative being perpetuated by those who seek racial superiority over the majority.
If one party in the coalition wants voting dominance then campaign on equality for all plus getting rid of the Waitangi Tribunal and the Māori electorates. Neither serves a useful purpose and both are well past their use by dates. It has to be ACT or NZ First, preferably both. National had their chance and blew it, reminiscent of Boris and Brexit.
Campaign and then make it a negotiating agreement and actually implement it. ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS.
JC is a right-wing crusader. Reached an age that embodies the dictum only the good die young. This article was first published HERE
3 comments:
High time to recognize facts:
1. Led by Iwi and radical Maori. the goal is ultimate political power, guaranteed superior status /privileges and rights and endless funds;
2.National has failed badly its voters in terms of defending equal citizenship. It appears to have another pro-Maori agenda - not admitted but clear from action. The party will pay for this confusion - and duplicity.
3. The 2026 election is vital -probbaly the last chance to halt He Puapua and its tribal rule agenda.
Hopefully people read Geoff Parker’s article as well. This is down to the Gore Council giving Ngai Tahu these powers of cultural oversight over everything. Southlanders need to give their council a bullocking. Perhaps this has happened due to having such a young impressionable mayor. But it all stems from a treaty settlement with Ngai Tahu. What were these negotiators thinking !!!
UK has radical Islam, AU has the same, NZ has radical iwi elites - it is all rot from within.
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