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1. [2024] NZIACDT 12 – RN v Li (14 March 2024) [pdf, 185 KB]

   ...engaging in similar behaviour in the future. [12] It is submitted that the appropriate sanctions would be: (1) Censure. (2) A fine in the vicinity of $1,000. From the complainant [13] Ms Tagg, on behalf of the complainant, filed an undated request for the repayment of expenses and for compensation, amounting to $190,911. From the adviser [14] There are no submissions from the adviser. 4 JURISDICTION [15] The Tribunal’s jurisdiction to impose sanctions is set out in...

2. [2024] NZEmpC 43 Mutonhori v Wairoa District Council [pdf, 181 KB]

   ...Rule 5.45(3). 8 A S McLachlan v MEL Network Ltd (2002) 16 PRNZ 747 (CA) at [15]–[16]. 9 As recorded in the Court’s minute: Mutonhori v Wairoa District Council EMPC 196/2023, 7 June 2023 at [4]. comments from Mr Mutonhori renewing his request that leave be granted for him to attend the investigation meeting in June 2023 via video link on the grounds of his financial situation.10 [10] On 14 November 2023, Mr Mutonhori replied to the application for security for costs...

3. [2023] NZEnvC 197 HPC Plumbing & Gas Lmited v Auckland Council [pdf, 265 KB]

   ...discussions with HPC and attempts to negotiate before the abatement notice was issued; (b) HPC went straight to the appeal process when it could have suggested mediation outside the court process; (c) although it accepts that HPC’s counsel requested further information, that focused upon the abatement notice being cancelled. There appeared to be no movement to resolve the issues and activity that led to the abatement notice being issued; and (d) the Council did not oppose t...

4. Vine v Accident Compensation Corporation (Late filing to the District Court) [2023] NZACC 156 [pdf, 214 KB]

   ...mistake after learning of it would also be relevant. 3 Above, note 7. 4 Above, note 7. 5 [12] This Court notes that the delay in this case is only two days, which is not a significant period. The Court also notes that the appeal forms were dated two days earlier than the date of filing. (b) The reasons for the delay [13] The Supreme Court noted that, if the delay arose from a change of mind or from indecision, there was less justification for an extension than whe...

5. Evidence-of-J-Lane-.pdf [pdf, 169 KB]

   ...visibility and the bike is coming from behind. In this case, my horse bolted a few steps and then stopped with no harm done. 17. I also ride the roads. Although other road users are getting accustomed to seeing horses in our area, horses are a legal form of road transport and the NZ road rules have information regarding passing horses safely, I regularly have to deal with people not knowing how to pass safely, either following slowly for ages which unsettles the horses, driving past at...

6. De Marco v Accident Compensation Corporation (Costs on Appeal) [2025] NZACC 27 (17 February 2025) [pdf, 230 KB]

   ...successful litigant in person was entitled to recover disbursements but not costs, other than in exceptional circumstances.5 The understanding is often referred to as the "primary rule". It has a long history with roots in the common law6 and formed part of the costs regime prescribed in the High Court Rules in 2000. 7 2 District Court Rules 2014, Schedule 5. 3 Cho v Real Estate Agents Authority [2024] NZHC 3840 at [11] and [23]. 4 High Court Rules 2016, r 14.1. 5...

7. 07032025 Crimes Coward Punch Causing Injury or Death Amendment Bill [pdf, 302 KB]

   ...Canadian Criminal Code (offences very similar to those contained in s 168 of the Crimes Act). The Court determined that constructive murder offences only required the prosecution to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the person committed certain forms of dangerous conduct causing death.7 20. The Court therefore held that the constructive murder offence, under which the accused was charged,8 violated s 11(d) of the Canadian Charter of Rights and 6 R v Vaillancourt (1987) 47 DLR (4...

8. [2024] NZEnvC 289 Waikato Regional Council v Beaches Developments Limited [pdf, 4.4 MB]

   ...at the Respondents’ cost. The agreed resolution involves: (a) the Respondents are to issue an acknowledgment to the local community, including Ngāti Hei and Ngāti Huarere, as to the impact of the tree clearance works at the property. The form of that acknowledgment is left to the discretion of the Respondents but will include an apology. The Respondents may also discuss with the local community the potential establishment of a local volunteer group to maintain the property...

9. 2024-08-Greymouth-DC-FAQs.pdf [pdf, 149 KB]

   ...building, indicating the 15% is not a true reflection of the level of seismic risk posed to the occupants, as several risk mitigating factors are not quantitatively considered in the %NBS calculations. The purpose of a seismic assessment is to inform building owners and users about the building’s vulnerabilities and encourage strengthening of vulnerable buildings. The expert advice is then used to inform decision making and ultimately improve our building stock over time. 2 If...

10. [2024] NZEmpC 174 A Ifraz Investments Ltd v Jamal [pdf, 202 KB]

    ...pages are missing, including the signed page and the page with the notice to the defendant regarding the filing of a statement of defence signed and sealed by the Registrar. [11] The registry informed the plaintiff of the above issues and requested that the affidavit be re-sworn and affirmed to address the above issues. More than a week passed, and the plaintiff failed to file an amended affidavit of service. [12] On 20 August 2024, the Court issued a further minute dir...