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1. 2022-03-22 Summary of Evidence of Edward Ellison on behalf of the ORC and Kāi Tahu Ki Otago - 21 March 2022 [pdf, 134 KB]

   ...are integrally linked with water and land through whakapapa, and this relationship is fundamental to the identity of Kāi Tahu as mana whenua. This connection carries rakatira rights for mana whenua and also imposes kaitiakitaka obligations to care for wai māori and the life it supports. 4 The condition of water is seen as a reflection of the condition of the people - when the wai is healthy, the people are strong and healthy and so too is their mana. 5 The protection of maur...

2. Roborgh v Lay [pdf, 303 KB]

   ...Waterproofing of the decks; • Balustrades around the decks (and some parapet work); • Flat roofs; • Bathrooms. 4.3 The Owners have provided in evidence the details of how these leaks were caused in each of the areas. I will need to carefully review the evidence when analysing each potential area of leak later in this Determination. I will not get immersed in these details at this point, but simply provide an overview of the claims. 4.4 The remedial work has been...

3. LCRO 91/2019 CL v BK and AM (31 August 2021) [pdf, 328 KB]

   ...carport”, he failed to tell her the structures were not recorded on the flats plan provided to Mr BK by the estate agent on 17 September 2013. (b) Solicitor’s approval – clause 18 [20] Ms CL said she expected Mr BK “to provide expert advice and protect [her] interests in relation to the conditional…purchase [agreement]”, and the presence of structures not recorded on the flats plan. [21] She claimed Mr BK, although file noting on 23 September 2013 “Ok with [form?]...

4. CAC20005 v Cui [2015] NZREADT 23 [pdf, 173 KB]

   ...contribute about $3,000 towards costs.” The Submissions for the Authority on Penalty [5] Mr Clancy observed that it is well established that decisions of professional disciplinary tribunals should emphasise the maintenance of high standards and the protection of the public through specific and general deterrence; and, while this may result in orders having a punitive effect, this is not their purpose – refer Z v CAC [2009] 1 NZLR 1; CAC v Walker [2011] NZREADT 4. [6] The Authori...

5. BORA Coroners Amendment Bill [pdf, 297 KB]

   ...to help to prevent deaths. In addition, the Chief Coroner is able to grant an exemption from restricting publication of these details, and the Chief Coroner’s decision will be subject to High Court review. There is also a justifiable interest in protecting the privacy of persons connected with the deceased. Accordingly, we conclude the limited restraints on publication, as set out in the Bill, represent a justifiable limit upon freedom of expression. Reappointment of coroners/relief...

6. [2025] NZEmpC 32 ZUW v WFW [pdf, 216 KB]

   ...request was made because the Authority ordered permanent non-publication of the defendant’s name or any identifying information. An issue arose about whether a consequential non-publication order is necessary to preserve the Authority’s order protecting the defendant. Ms Foley submitted it is necessary to do that. That was because of a combination of where they all live, the easy identification of the director and ease with which connections could be made between the director...

7. Toilolo v Letalu [2014] NZIACDT 52 (15 April 2014) [pdf, 129 KB]

   ...her liability for deportation and paid fees of $800 to him. There was no written agreement. [5.3] The adviser had to file the appeal within 42 days of the complainant becoming unlawful in New Zealand. Unless lodged in that time, the Immigration and Protection Tribunal could not accept the appeal due to a statutory limitation. [5.4] The adviser requested a copy of the complainant’s record from Immigration New Zealand on 1 June 2011, and he received it on 1 July 2011. 3 [...

8. Berry & Ors as Trustees of the Burns Berry Trust v Lay [pdf, 301 KB]

   ...Waterproofing of the decks; • Balustrades around the decks (and some parapet work); • Flat roofs; • Bathrooms. 4.3 The Owners have provided in evidence the details of how these leaks were caused in each of the areas. I will need to carefully review the evidence when analysing each potential area of leak later in this Determination. I will not get immersed in these details at this point, but simply provide an overview of the claims. 4.4 The remedial work has been...

9. Unnikrishnan v Goldsmith [2017] NZIACDT 22 (29 September 2017) [pdf, 234 KB]

   ...appropriate standards of conduct are maintained in the occupation concerned. 9 [38] The statutory purpose is achieved by considering at least four factors that materially bear upon maintaining appropriate standards of conduct: [38.1] Protecting clients: section 3 of the Act states that “[t]he purpose of this Act is to promote and protect the interests of consumers receiving immigration advice ...” [38.2] Demanding minimum standards of conduct: Dentice v Valuers Re...

10. Connors - Rakautaua 1B2A2 (2007) 180 Aotea MB 242 (180 AOT 242) [pdf, 825 KB]

    ...severance. [27] As to the exchange, the dissenting owners, as mentioned have agreed to receive the exchange land even though they do not consent to the overall scheme that is proposed. It is obviously an essential element of the agreement. Having carefully considered the evidence before the Court and the conditions as set out in sections 310-312 of the Act, I am satisfied that the exchange complies with those provisions. Change of status [28] Regarding the change of status applica...