Due to a global outage Outlook and other Microsoft applications are not working as expected. Courts are still open and operational. Remote hearings are still going ahead. Courts remain available to accept urgent applications over the counter or via courier. 0800 COURTS remains available to support participants with any queries regarding urgent applications. The website will be updated when this is resolved.
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Six months to go for Marine and Coastal Area applications
The application deadline for customary interests under the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 is 3 April 2017.
Applicants can apply through the High Court and through Crown engagement. We’re encouraging applicants to use both pathways.
Further information, including videos on the Marine and Coastal Area (Takutai Moana) Act 2011 and the application process - NOTE December 2019: see new website Te Arawhiti(external link)
An information booklet is available to download to help you through the process as is an application form for Crown engagement.