Apiata Tapine has become the first Maori to be elected on to the Napier City Council.
Mr Tapine stood on the same ticket as third term councillor Ms Boag for the Nelson Park ward.
"It is so exciting and purifying to be the first Maori and I think it will bring great diversity to the table," Mr Tapine said.
Mr Tapine works as the regional learning co-ordinator at the EIT Maraenui Learning Centre and he was excited to be given the opportunity to share his opinions to council.
Ms Boag said it was great for Maraenui having Mr Tapine on board, as he would be able to give them a voice and add to their capabilities.