No. 47.
The Maori Representation Act, 1867.
"An Act to provide for the better Representation of the Native Aboriginal Inhabitants of the Colony of New Zealand.
Analysis.
Title. | |
Preamble. | |
1. | Short Title. |
2. | Interpretation: |
3. | Four Maori Members to be elected. |
4. | Division of Colony into Maori Electoral Districts. |
5. | Names of districts and numbers of Members to be returned |
6. | How chosen. |
7. | Writs for election to be issued. |
8. | The Governor empowered to define boundaries of districts. |
9. | The Governor may make provision for electoral lists and elections. |
10. | Forms to be printed. |
11. | Members of Provincial Council. |
12. | Duration of Act. |
Schedule. |