Growing tensions between supporters and opponents of Māori wards in New Zealand local authorities have led to the shooting of a distinctive ute belonging to New Plymouth City Councillor Murray Chong.
Chong was not in the vehicle when it was shot at.
Representative’s Car Shot Amid Debate Over Maori-Specific Council Positions
A New Plymough city councillor’s car is sporing a bullet hole after someone shot at it, allegedly in protest against his stance on Māori wards.
Maori Party co-leader Rawiri Waititi speaks to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon during the State Opening of Parliament in Wellington, New Zealand on Dec. 6, 2023. Hagen Hopkins/Getty Images
