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1. Cavanagh v Nassiep [2012] NZIACDT 38 (31 July 2012) [pdf, 108 KB]

   ...regardless of what had occurred prior, she was obliged to conduct her professional relationships in accordance with the Code. [31] The Code contains the conventional contemporary obligations on a professional person providing services to the public. Clause 3 of the Code requires all licensed immigration advisers to maintain professional business practices relating to finances, records, documents, and contracts. [32] Clauses 1 and 8 of the Code require client relationships to be docume...

2. Kavyu-Munalula v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 45 (24 August 2012) [pdf, 103 KB]

   ...[22] The Minute made it clear to the parties that they could provide further information, and this would be considered by the Tribunal. [23] The Minute also requested further information from Mr Standing. [24] The Minute noted: [24.1] The Code (clause 3) required Mr Standing to maintain complete client records for seven years, and confirm, in writing, the details of material discussions with clients. Accordingly, he should have been in a position to present a fully documented record o...

3. Thoman v Devi [2014] NZIACDT 26 (17 March 2014) [pdf, 118 KB]

   ...unresolved application. [9] The Registrar identified the facts could potentially result in adverse findings that: [9.1] The adviser breached the Code of Conduct in that: [9.1.1] She did not exercise due care, diligence, respect and professionalism (Clause 1.1 of the Code). [9.1.2] In a false, fraudulent or deceptive manner, misrepresented or promoted the Complainant’s immigration opportunities (Clause 5.1(c) of the Code), and knowingly provided false or misleading documentation to...

4. Saini v Dua [2016] NZIACDT 61 (26 September 2016) [pdf, 167 KB]

   ...on 16 March 2013; before the section 61 request could be made. [9] The Registrar identified potential infringement of professional standards during the course of Mr Dua’s engagement, the allegations were that potentially: [9.1] Mr Dua breached clauses 2.1(i) and 3(b) of the Licensed Immigration Advisers Code of Conduct 2010 (the 2010 Code). The provisions required him to take all reasonable steps to submit applications in a timely manner, to ensure clients maintain lawful immigratio...

5. BC v Accident Compensation Corporation (Cost of Treatment) [2025] NZACC 40 (4 March 2025) [pdf, 246 KB]

   ...BH Woodhouse for the Appellant Mr DJC Russ for the Respondent Judgment: 4 March 2025 ___________________________________________________________________________ RESERVED JUDGMENT OF JUDGE JACQUI CLARK [Cost of Treatment; Schedule Clause 1 - Accident Compensation Act 2001 and Regulation 13 Accident Compensation (Liability to pay or contribute to cost of Treatment) Regulations 2003] ___________________________________________________________________________ Introduc...

6. BORA Public Finance (State Sector Management) Bill [pdf, 48 KB]

   ...provisions in the Bill require representatives of an agency to supply information pertaining to the agency or activities of the agency in question. In other cases members or prospective members are required to disclose their interests (for example clauses 38, 104, 133 and 174). We have concluded that statutory obligations of this nature are clearly justifiable on the face of the Bill. They accord with the purpose of the State Sector Act 1998. Further there are a range of checks and balanc...

7. LCRO 116/2017 GC v KM (31 May 2018) [pdf, 420 KB]

   ...in respect of which she wished to “leave all to children” and wanted the will drafted “in plain English”. [6] During the next fortnight, a number of emails were exchanged between the parties including Ms KM’s query about a cash-out clause in the [Village] application form; Ms KM provided details about Ms NL, her proposed attorney, and her daughter, Ms [DI], as alternate; and the proposed sale of Ms KM’s apartment. On 19 September 2016, Mr GC opened Ms KM’s second fi...

8. IAA v van Zyl [2012] NZIACDT 37 (31 July 2012) [pdf, 155 KB]

   ...another unlicensed person”. Accordingly, Mr van Zyl “could not be said to be conducting his business professionally, ethically and responsibly as required by the Code.” The circumstances breached the Code in the following respects: [27.1.1] Clause 1.1(a) – Mr van Zyl failed to perform to the required standard, was not sufficiently in control of the client relationship, and risked unlicensed advice being provided. [27.1.2] Clause 1.1(b) – Mr van Zyl could not carry out lawful...

9. BORA Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Bill [pdf, 216 KB]

   LEGAL ADVICE LPA 01 01 21 5 December 2017 Hon David Parker, Attorney-General Consistency with the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990: Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Bill Purpose 1. We have considered whether the Christ Church Cathedral Reinstatement Bill (‘the Bill’) is consistent with the rights and freedoms affirmed in the New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 (‘the Bill of Rights Act’). 2. This advice replaces our previous advice as we have now received a r

10. OIA-118472.pdf [pdf, 2.2 MB]

    Justice Centre | 19 Aitken Street DX SX10088 | Wellington T 04 918 8800 | F 04 918 8820 ContactUs@justice.govt.nz | www.justice.govt.nz 6 March 2025 Our ref: OIA 118472 Tēnā koe Official Information Act request: Review of Treaty provisions in legislation Thank you for your request of 17 December 2024 to the Ministry of Justice (the Ministry), seeking information under the Official Information Act 1982 (the Act), concerning Treaty provisions in legislation. Specifically, you