CAC407 v Towers [2016] NZREADT 24 [pdf, 142 KB]
...does provide an explanation for what would otherwise be regarded as inappropriate conduct. [16] We do not regard his hostile comments to the Real Estate Agents Authority as adding to his conduct so as to make it disgraceful conduct. These comments form part of the particulars of the charge but the Tribunal do not consider that being unconciliatory in a conversation with the REAA investigator could fairly be added to earlier conduct so as to elevate the conduct to disgraceful conduct in...