Fenton - Rūrima Māori Reservation (2004) 102 Whakatāne 196 (102 WHK 196) [pdf, 851 KB]
...All persons present in Court were aware of my own particular tribal affiliations through my involvement in local affairs for over a decade. I also asked in open Court if there were any objections to me hearing the application and none were voiced, 101 Whakatane MB 257. Indeed, those opposed to the application because of, inter alia, tribal issues, did not object. Consequently, having carefully considered the matter, and in the absence of any opposition, I see no grounds for recusal. In add...