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1. Auckland Standards Committee 2 v Gardner [2017] NZLCDT 17 [pdf, 203 KB]

   ...for herself and her husband but that the respondent took it upon herself to: (a) Create a trust which was called the M Trust (the Trust). (b) Transfer to the Trust the main asset owned by J and B which was their home at M Avenue. (c) Prepare enduring powers of attorney as to property and welfare appointing C, the daughter of B, as attorney. [5] The allegation is that these steps were taken in order to benefit C to the exclusion of B and J for the reason that, as the likely sole...

2. Huata-Kupa v Puna - Puninga 4A1B Trust (2021) 89 Takitimu MB 82 (89 TKT 82) [pdf, 245 KB]

   ...diagnosis and continue in the office of trustee. Even then, it was always within Mr Puna’s power to seek a leave of absence from his role as a trustee while he was undergoing treatment or to simply provide for a time of convalescence as he was enduring the illness that afflicted him and that continues to cause him concern. In fact, I put it to Mr Puna in open Court that as he had been suffering from a serious illness then the added stress of being involved with the trust where the...

3. Proactive release – Process for developing a national strategy for eliminating family violence and sexual violence with Interim Te Rōpū [pdf, 814 KB]

   ...consultation with Interim Te Rōpū and Te Arawhiti. Particular attention will be paid to ensuring the process adheres to principles for building closer engagement with Māori and builds towards the establishment of a strongly functioning enduring form of Te Rōpū in the future. 13. Following Interim Te Rōpū agreement and Cabinet endorsement, wider engagement on a draft national strategy will occur so that all stakeholder perspectives shape the final national strategy. These inc...

4. Eriwata - Waitara SD Section 6 and 91 Land Trust (2005) 155 Aotea MB 269 (155 AOT 269) [pdf, 575 KB]

   ...reluctance taking into account all of the relevant circumstances of this case, I must nov" make a decision in the absence of any resolution. Ms Eriwata has been arrested, apparently on more than one occasion, for trespass and has thus had to endure the stress and humiliation of that process. She believes that as an owner in the Land she has the right to remain there without the consent of the trustees. Ms Eriwata has complained to the Court that the trustees are responsible for the...

5. [2021] NZEnvC 073 Smith v Young [pdf, 782 KB]

   ...but did not follow through, with some appearing to have been cancelled after issue. He submits that if NCC has fulfilled its duty, remedial works would have been undertaken potentially years ago, and probably, without the cost, time and anxiety endured by the Smiths. The Youngs' teply [9] The Youngs submit that all costs should lie where they fall as the parties have reached agreement by way of consent orders. 1vlr Farr and lVIr Broad, on behalf of the Youngs, submit the court...

6. FVSV e-Update December 2019 [pdf, 286 KB]

   ...https://www.justice.govt.nz/justice-sector-policy/key-initiatives/reducing-family-and-sexual-violence/a-new-family-violence-act/ https://www.parliament.nz/en/pb/bills-and-laws/bills-proposed-laws/document/BILL_93010/sexual-violence-legislation-bill We marked the first anniversary of the Joint Venture. In a little over a year, we have established an enduring commitment to share accountability and leadership across ten government agencies. Leading the Joint Venture is its Chief Execu...

7. LCRO 65/2019 PT v [Area] Standards Committee [X] [pdf, 164 KB]

   ...[3] Ms PT invites this Office to reverse the determination of unsatisfactory conduct. Background [4] Ms ZM was sole principal of DB (the firm) until Ms PT joined her and they formed a business partnership (the partnership). The partnership endured for several years. [5] Ms PT had a physical file in her office that related to a complaint made to the NZLS around 2014 regarding conduct on the part of Ms ZM (the complaint). The complaint included an allegation that Ms ZM had br...

8. Te Manutukutuku Issue 27 [pdf, 2.8 MB]

   ...reports of the Tri­ bunal, especially during the last 10 years. These reports have been marked by their comprehensive nature, their historical sweep and their positive and original analy­ sis'. Chief Judge Durie was also recognised for his endur­ ing contribution to the development of a bicultural partnership for the governance of New Zealand and his national and inter­ national reputation as a humanitarian and creative contributor to the evolution of peaceful relationships be...

9. Legal-Services-Amendment-Regulations-2022-Legal-Services-Amendment-Bill-2022.pdf [pdf, 397 KB]

   ...Amendment Bill 2022 15 The Act is amended to repeal provisions that require payment of a user charge and interest on unpaid legal aid debt. Cabinet previously agreed to this on 27 June 2022. Repealing these provisions give potential legal aid applicants enduring certainty around the cost of seeking legal assistance. Impact analysis 16 A regulatory impact assessment for the Legal Services Amendment Regulations and Legal Services Amendment Bill was prepared in accordance with the nece...

10. [2022] NZACC 5 – Estate of Raymond Morris v ACC (18 January 2022) [pdf, 182 KB]

    ...believes that he is entitled to cover for a treatment injury, being a torn leaflet of a prosthetic valve caused by the 2014 surgery. [35] The Court acknowledges the submissions and evidence of Mr Morris, and the health difficulties that he has endured. However, the Court notes the following considerations. [36] First, there is no evidence from the 2014 surgery by Mr Odom, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, or its aftermath, that Mr Morris’ leaflet was damaged during this operation. Rev...