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1. [2024] NZEnvC 056 Hastings District Council [pdf, 222 KB]

   ...residential dwellings on Category 3 land. The overarching objective of the Policy is the removal of risk-to-life associated with people living on Category 3 land. [5] The operation of the Voluntary Buy-Out Policy, which is funded on a 50:50 cost share basis by the Councils and the Crown, provides financial assistance to affected landowners to move away from Category 3 land. However there remains the issue of where the owners can move to, particularly given a strong desire amongst...

2. [2024] NZREADT 13 - BU v REAA & HI (02 May 2024) [pdf, 123 KB]

   ...says the buyer must have spoken to the licensee, as he was the only person to have recently sold two units in the complex. He says the information is incorrect, as the body corporate is well run. The licensee’s false and misleading information cost him the sale. 10 Real Estate Agents Act, s 111(4). 11 Section 111(5). 12 Sections 107 and 107A. 13 Austin, Nichols & Co Inc v Stichting Lodestar [2007] NZSC 103, [2008] 2 NZLR 141 at [5] and [16]; and Edinburgh Realty Ltd v S...

3. Guide-for-making-an-appeal-to-the-Taxation-and-Charities-Review-Authority.pdf [pdf, 330 KB]

   ...you. A lawyer or an experienced person who knows the process may be able to help you present your case. What is important is that your case is presented clearly. If you do use a lawyer, you may be entitled to receive legal aid to help with legal costs. A lawyer, your local Citizens Advice Bureau or Community Law Centre can advise on this. • Citizens Advice Bureau • Community Law The Chief Executive or the Charities Registration Board is usually represented by a lawyer....

4. Dixon v Accident Compensation Corporation (Employment Status at time of Incapacity) [2023] NZACC 170 [pdf, 223 KB]

   ...power to reach a decision other than in accordance with the plain words of clause 43. [72] Accordingly, the respondent’s decision to decline weekly compensation dated 3 October 2022 was correct and the appeal therefore must be dismissed. [73] Costs are reserved. CJ McGuire District Court Judge Solicitors: ACC and Employment Law, Ellerslie Claro Lawyers, Wellington

5. Taufa v Accident Compensation Corporation (Suspension of Entitlement) [2023] NZACC 154 [pdf, 246 KB]

   ...was not in a position where it could not be satisfied that the claimant was entitled to continue to receive entitlements. [72] Accordingly, the appeal is allowed and ACC’s decision of 5 August 2019 suspending entitlements is reversed. [73] Costs are reserved. C J McGuire District Court Judge Solicitors: Aaron Crabb, Barrister Medico Law, Grey Lynn Background Appellant’s Submissions Respondent’s Submissions Appellant’s Reply Decision

6. DF v U Ltd [2023] NZDT 235 (19 May 2023) [pdf, 190 KB]

   ...on the other parties. There is a fee for this application. District Court proceedings are more complex than Disputes Tribunal proceedings, and you may wish to seek legal advice. The District Court may, on determination of the appeal, award such costs to either party as it sees fit. Enforcement of Tribunal Decisions If the Order or Agreed Settlement is not complied with, you can apply to the Collections Unit of the District Court to have the order enforced. Application forms and in...

7. [2025] NZEmpC 39 Alexander v Thorn [pdf, 185 KB]

   ...by the parties for leave to file challenges out of time are unsuccessful. [45] The Court file on these matters may not be searched without leave of the Court. [46] As both parties have been unsuccessful in their applications, I consider that costs ought to lie where they fall. M S King Judge Judgment signed at 4.30 pm on 11 March 2025

8. Garry v Accident Compensation Corporation (Revocation of cover) [2025] NZACC 42 (5 March 2025) [pdf, 178 KB]

   ...a recognisable pattern of tendon failure that propagates, progressing from a subclinical level to include partial thickness tears, full thickness tears, and rupture. Result [45] The appeal is dismissed accordingly. There is no issue as to costs. AA Sinclair District Court Judge

9. [2024] NZIACDT 03 – MT v Murthy (11 January 2024) [pdf, 160 KB]

   ...setting the sanctions, the Tribunal will take into account Ms Murthy’s lengthy disciplinary history. Any request that Ms Murthy undertake training should specify the precise course suggested. Any request for repayment of fees or the payment of costs or expenses or for compensation must be accompanied by a schedule particularising the amounts and basis of the claim. Timetable [48] The timetable for submissions will be as follows: (1) The Registrar, the complainant and Ms Murt...

10. [2025] NZIACDT 34 - KU v Wang (24 June 2025) [pdf, 125 KB]

    ...upheld, the Tribunal may impose sanctions pursuant to s 51 of the Act. [63] A timetable is set out below. Any request that Ms Wang undertake training should specify the precise course suggested. Any request for repayment of fees or the payment of costs or expenses or for compensation must be accompanied by a schedule particularising the amounts and basis of the claim, together with proof of such expense (invoice, receipt, screenshot of payment, bank statement or the like). Tim...