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1. CAA-Notice-of-appeal-form-v2.pdf [pdf, 247 KB]

   ...submit it to the Tribunal. • You can also print and fill in this form by hand. Use a black or blue pen, and print clearly IN CAPITALS. • Answer every question on the form unless the instructions tell you otherwise Payment information The fee for filing an appeal is $552. To confirm how you pay the application fee, please visit the Ministry of Justice website: www.justice.govt.nz/tribunals/customs-appeal- authority/apply If you need further assistance, then please contact the Tribu...

2. [2024] NZEmpC 122 Henderson Travels Ltd (in Liq) v Kaur [pdf, 158 KB]

   ...[11] I am satisfied that costs should be fixed on a Category 2B basis and that the steps claimed by Ms Kaur are appropriate with one exception. A minor adjustment is required to the claim as calculated, relating to step 29. That was a claim for filing a notice of opposition and supporting affidavit for a stay application. The amount claimed was for an allocation of two days but the guideline provides only for it to be calculated at 0.6 of a day. That minor adjustment reduces the a...

3. [2024] NZEnvC 235 Bowkett v Whangarei District Council [pdf, 200 KB]

   ...to regularise the breaches and seek consent for the existing concrete ramp. The Court allowed extension to the timetable for orders to be submitted accordingly. Joint memorandum of counsel dated 26 August 2024 [4] On 26 August 2024, counsel filed a joint memorandum setting out the agreed final order between Whangārei District Council and Mr Bowkett. [5] Mr Bowkett has removed all of the gabion baskets / stone boxes, plinth, and agreed to an appropriate restoration plan for acce...

4. [2024] NZEnvC 279 Heriot Drive Ltd v Porirua City Council [pdf, 205 KB]

   ...Introduction [1] The appeal relates to the decision of Porirua City Council on the proposed Porirua District Plan (Proposed Plan) relating, and allocated, to Topic 3 – Natural Hazards. The Court has read and considered the notice of appeal filed by Heriot Drive Ltd and Raiha Properties Ltd on 9 February 2024. [2] The Court has considered the joint memorandum filed by the parties dated 2 October 2024, in which all parties respectfully request that the Court endorse amended word...

5. [2024] NZLVT 057 – Dobbie v Far North District Council (31 October 2024) [pdf, 269 KB]

   ...1 October 2022 is as follows: (a) Capital Value: $1,100,000; (b) Land Value: $550,000; (c) Value of Improvements: $550,000. B: There is no order as to costs. 2 REASONS Introduction This determination relates to an objection filed by James Dobbie to the valuation adopted by Far North District Council in relation to the property at 92 Weka Lane, Okaihau, Far North District under the Rating Valuations Act 1998. The parties have now resolved the objection by agreein...

6. About the Tribunal

   The Tenancy Tribunal and Tenancy Services deal with disputes about residential tenancies (rented homes including boarding houses) and unit title disputes. The tribunal holds hearings to settle the disputes. Before coming to the tribunal, you can try to settle your dispute through mediation. The mediation is run by Tenancy Services, which is part of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).  Contact the tribunal through Tenancy Services Tribunal hearings Tribunal hearings a

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7. Legal aid scheme review

   ...increasing volume of court cases, the cost for third party and specialist reports, and changes to legal aid eligibility and remuneration in recent years. What will the review cover? The Minister of Justice has agreed that the review will cover: the profile of legal aid and how it is changing over time the sustainability of the legal aid scheme eligibility and repayment settings provider procurement and coverage provider incentives and remuneration legal aid quality assurance. A discussion doc...

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8. Kaiārahi o te Kooti-a-Whānau

   Need help finding your way through the Family Court process? Kaiārahi – Family Court Navigators offer a free service and are here to help you. How can a Kaiārahi help you? A Family Court Kaiārahi can help you:  understand the language, processes and outcomes of Family Court proceedings where appropriate, access out-of-court services and support in the community to help you reach agreement about the care of your children remain engaged and involved in any Family Court proceedings

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9. Creditors: Frequently Asked Questions

   ...enforcement is based off the applications and related information provided by you as a creditor. The Ministry of Justice cannot advise you on which enforcement option to choose and does not enforce or action any enforcement without an application being filed. Why am I no longer receiving payments from the judgment debtor? There are various reasons the payment of a civil debt may stop. These include: The judgment debt may have been paid in full The judgment debtors’ benefit may have stopped o...

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   2. About civil debt

10. A Treaty Principles Bill

    The Government introduced a Bill that sought to define in law the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Treaty of Waitangi. The Government agreed to introduce a Treaty Principles Bill and support it to the select committee stage. The proposed Bill is based on an ACT Party policy as agreed on in its coalition agreement with the National Party.The Bill was introduced on 7 November 2024. Its intention was to create certainty about what the Treaty principles are and how they apply in New Zealand law.Th

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