Ngāpuhi, no doubt, expect the government, through the hard-working taxpayers, to assist them with their every need and grievance. What do we get in return? A vote of thanks? Nope. Perhaps a discussion on relevant topics of concern? Nope. Perhaps exploring a mutually agreeable way forward? Nope. How about taking the opportunity to see another point of view? Nope. The fact Ngāpuhi are not interested in any of this was glaringly evident recently when they walked out of a meeting with the prime minister and other relevant ministers.
