Should administrative boards for public resources like water and health be split 50/50 between the Crown and Māori tribes?

Co-governance refers to the arrangement where decision-making power for public assets (like the now-repealed Three Waters entities or Te Whatu Ora) is shared equally between democratically elected representatives and appointed Iwi (Māori tribal) representatives. This is distinct from the "Treaty Principles" debate, which is about legal interpretation; Co-governance is about operational control. Proponents argue this fulfills the Treaty partnership and creates better outcomes for Māori who have been underserved by the state. Opponents argue it is separatist, undemocratic, and introduces race-based control over assets paid for by all taxpayers.