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1. Gravatt v Bulmer (Strike-Out Application) [2014] NZHRRT 40 [pdf, 81 KB]

   ...in s 14(1)(m) “to gather” information to assist the Commissioner to decide what action, if any, to take on this matter. The information gathering nature of this preliminary step is emphasised by the final paragraph which states that once the requested information had been reviewed, a decision would be made “on what action to take on this complaint”. The letter makes no reference to an investigation. [30.2] The second letter (dated 21 December 2012), in advising Dr Bulmer that...

2. Ketu - Estate of Te Ringahuia Rangitakatu [2018] Chief Judge's MB 237 (2018 CJ 237) [pdf, 380 KB]

   ...title be obtained, given that it is the stronger form of title. This occurs once a survey plan is obtained. 2018 Chief Judge’s MB 244 12.7 In order to obtain a Computer Freehold Register title for the Tokaanu B2C4 B2A block the applicant requests an order for a full survey pursuant to section 332 of the Act. Consideration of whether matter needs to go to full hearing 24. Based on the information provided it appears that an error has been made in the presentation of the fa...

3. Suresh v Elizabeth [2019] NZIACDT 30 (10 May 2019) [pdf, 197 KB]

   ...wanted to terminate the services of BMS. [17] The complainant replied on the same day, 15 October. He stated that he had previously explained in detail that the unreasonable delay in service had adversely affected his application and that he had requested a full refund. The employee had promised to speak to the director and immigration lawyer and update him within two to three working days. [18] There was a telephone discussion between the complainant and a manager on 15 Octob...

4. [2017] NZEmpC 53 Eden Group Ltd v Jackson [pdf, 137 KB]

   ...independent lawyer, a forensic computer expert and the plaintiff’s counsel. [24] The employment relationship problem was removed by the Authority to this Court in a determination dated 7 June 2016. 6 Thereafter, Eden Group filed a statement of claim in this Court, which repeated the causes of action which had originally been raised before the Authority. Subsequently, the defendants filed a statement of defence denying that they were liable for any of the alleged losses. [25]...

5. Tairua - Succession to Tihema Takena Wihongi [2024] Chief Judge's MB 1669 (2024 CJ 1669) [pdf, 282 KB]

   ...Māori Act 1993 (the Act). The applicant seeks to amend succession orders made at 2 Whangarei (Succession) MB 284 on 22 June 1993 in respect of the deceased, Tihema Takena Wihongi also known as Tihema Takena Tairua (Mrs Tairua). [2] The applicant claims that the said orders are incorrect due to a mistake, error or omission in the presentation of the facts of the case to the Court. She claims that the deceased did not understand the will she signed as she only spoke te reo Māori. The...

6. Waxman v Pal (Application for Non-Publication Orders) [2017] NZHRRT 4 [pdf, 322 KB]

   ...before the Tribunal. [3.2] Declines the application by Dr Waxman for non-publication orders. History of the application [4] The Tribunal’s substantive decision was given on 11 August 2016. [5] When Dr Waxman on 30 September 2016 filed the request for name suppression the application was not served on Dr Pal because Dr Waxman believed the application contained sensitive information of a personal nature. [6] Nevertheless, Dr Pal was entitled to be heard on the application. To r...

7. [2008] NZEmpC CC 4A/08 Sefo v Sealord Shellfish Ltd [pdf, 86 KB]

   ...to wear ear muff protectors supplied by the employer. Substantial numbers of these devices have radios incorporated into them so that for those openers wearing them, not only is much external noise cut out but alternative noise, usually in the form of music, is provided. Conversations between individuals, even very close to each other, need to be shouted to be heard while the factory’s operations are in progress, certainly at the table beside the belts. Mussel openers work quic...

8. Hahn v Walke [2019] NZIACDT 19 (8 April 2019) [pdf, 306 KB]

   ...which time you can meet with us personally. At the end of the seminar we allow sufficient time to address your individual questions. If you would like us to cover certain topics, please contact us prior to the seminar and we will incorporate your requests. [20] In January 2018, NZMI’s website blog had photographs of people attending a seminar. The presenter was Mr Walke. He is standing next to an English language banner which reads: LIVING and WORKING in NEW ZEALAND [21] The...

9. M D Cottle Family Trust & Ors v Barnett [2015] NZREADT 57 [pdf, 256 KB]

   ...that the licensee is alleged to have kept from the complainants and the actual amount received from the sale; [d] The Committee saw no justification for reimbursing costs incurred by the complainants; [e] As no evidence was provided relating to a requested ‘public interest’ investigation, the Committee declined to make any orders; and [f] As the licensee had already admitted that neither an agency agreement nor appraisal was completed, the licensee’s solicitor’s submission tha...

10. [2024] NZEnvC 259 Williams v Nelson City Council [pdf, 232 KB]

    ...‘building envelope’ control (i.e. extending that envelope to hedges planted in proximity to a boundary). [13] Mr Williams spoke to why he has appealed. However, he was not in a position to offer any comment on whether there may be a basis to claim some form of legal right, such as any s10 RMA existing use rights. I granted him leave to respond further after he had taken legal advice. [14] On 14 October 2024, Mr Williams provided a response by letter. It gives an explanation...