October 2023 → March 2024
Community engagement by panel
21 November 2023
Council Meeting - decision on Māori Wards
June 2024
Panel presents initial proposal to Council
July → August 2024
Public consultation on initial proposal
Public hearings may take place in August if required
26 August → 27 August 2024
Hearings
Hearings for community to speak to Council about their feedback
September 2024
Public Notice of final decision
12 September → 12 October 2024
Appeals period
October 2024
Final representation propsal adpoted
Public right of appeal or objection to Local Government Commission (1-month following notification)
October 2025
Local Government Elections