Kupa v Kupa - Lot 10H and 10I Pt Omahu 2C1C (2021) 92 Takitimu MB 247 (92 TKT 247) [pdf, 280 KB]
...merits and particular circumstances taking into account the principles of retention and development; and (h) an applicant’s personal circumstances must always be taken into account when considering any application for a status change. [27] In Craig v Kira – Wainui 2F4D, the Māori Appellate Court held that:6 The argument that a change of status produces better prices, while often true, is no reason to change status. That would be the case on every proposal to alienate Māori...