Anglican Archdeacon Reverend Wendy Scott is voicing her support for Maori wards.
Rev Scott is supported by members of the Anglican Parish at Oroua in Feilding.
"The Maori voice is a voice worth hearing," says the archdeacon, who is Ngapuhi and Pakeha.
"For those who live on the other side of the fence, it's not a fair shot.
"Maori wards are a fairer representation, it is not a separatist component."