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To: Hamilton City Council

Rename Colonial Street Signs in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton City.

Dear Hamilton City Council, Please remove ALL colonial names on street signs in Kirikiriroa/Hamilton City that do NOT reflect integrity.

Why is this important?

This is important because street signs must be names of people who have up-held honor and integrity in their lives. They must be those who were role models and mentors, so our children and community can grow a sense of pride for themselves, in the same way: selfless and serving.
Instead, we have names of those who committed violent crimes of theft and murder against women, children and the elderly. Bryce Street, Cameron Street, Grey Street and Von Tempsky Street must be among the first street signs to be removed. They are cruel reminders "of the devastating effects of British imperialism and its continous impact on Maori" (Pokere-Phillips, 2020). And which impact affects ALL New Zealanders. Please act now!

Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand

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Updates

2024-03-15 11:05:18 +1300

50 signatures reached

2021-05-05 14:56:21 +1200

25 signatures reached

2021-03-24 19:06:32 +1300

10 signatures reached