Ngai Tahu infighting

Somewhat ironically (in terms of timing), tonight there is a function to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Ngai Tahu settlement. I was very pleased to be invited, but sadly have a clash as I also have the AGM of the Institute of Directors tonight.

Ngai Tahu have achieved some great things with their settlement, and are a real economic powerhouse. However, as with any group, they are not immune from infighting and this current bout appears to be quite bad. It will be a shame if it detracts from their considerable achievements.

The Herald reports on the latest episode, being some impolite e-mails from Ngai Tahu Chair Mark Solomon, which have upset some in his local runanga.  Solomon may not survive, due to anger at the sacking of Wally Stone who chaired the Holding Corporation.

Busted Blonde at Roar Prawn, who is Ngai Tahu, has been covering the issues in depth – she is firmly in the camp calling for Solomon to go.

Of a different view is Richard Parata – a former Director of Ngai Tahu Holdings Corporation. He responds to BB here.