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1. Miscarriage of justice - Scott Watson - K McDonald's final report March 2011 [pdf, 2 MB]

   Kristy P McDonald QC ADVICE TO THE MINISTRY OF JUSTICE CONCERNING APPLICATION BY SCOTT WATSON FOR THE EXERCISE OF THE ROYAL PREROGATIVE OF MERCY March 2011 1. 2. 3. 4. INDEX Executive Summary 4 Introduction 16 Interim Advice................................................... 18 Further information provided.................................. 20 Criteria for the exercise of the Royal prerogative of mercy Section 406 of the Crimes Act 196 1.. ...................... .

2. OIA-120297.pdf [pdf, 23 MB]

   ...some work a round teamwork and from w hom I have pinched and adapted this material): • It creates a supportive work environment and positive workplace culture: People who feel connected to their team are more likely to experience higher levels of job satisfaction and overall wellbeing. • It increases shared responsibility and contributes to reduced stress. Teamwork means we are able to distribute work and responsibilities across the whole team. (I have seen and heard about some gre...

3. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights - government reply to issues 6th report [pdf, 624 KB]

   New Zealand’s sixth periodic report under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 1 General information on the national human rights situation, including new measures and developments relating to the implementation of the Covenant (Issues

4. [2010] NZEmpC 59 Wellington Free Ambulance Service v Adams [pdf, 46 KB]

   ...colleague alleged that “Every time I spoke for the rest of the night she would mutter smart comments under her breath.” [26] Second, the colleague’s complaint letter deals with a disagreement between the two employees over the coding of a job and that Ms Adams spoke to her colleague “as if I was stupid.” The colleague complained: “She spoke down to me and did not treat me like part of the team. This made me feel extremely uncomfortable and upset.” [27] Finally, th...

5. BORA Taxation Income Sharing Tax Credit Bill [pdf, 171 KB]

   ...children. They receive the ISTC. The father is then widowed and the family’s taxes rise by the amount of the ISTC they were receiving but are no longer eligible to receive as the father is now a sole parent. The children’s grandmother quits her job to live with them and help look after the children but the father cannot split his income with the grandmother because she is not a family partner under the Bill. Family #2: A couple is in a civil union with children. They separate an...

6. [2008] NZEmpC AC 8B/08 Taylor Worldwide Publishers Ltd (In Liquidation) v von Tunzelman [pdf, 42 KB]

   ...told his employment was coming to an end. He met Mr Taylor in a bar. Mr Taylor was very drunk and abusive. Mr von Tunzelman believes Mr Taylor told him he was fired. Mr Taylor says he told him that in a few weeks he would have to find a new job. This conflict does not have to be resolved in the context of this challenge but for whatever reason it is certain that Mr von Tunzelman’s employment was coming to an end. This was confirmed by Mrs Taylor who later spoke to Mr von Tu...

7. [2015] NZEmpC 144 NZ Meat Workers & Related Trades Union Inc v AFFCO NZ Ltd [pdf, 117 KB]

   ...permanent injunction restraining AFFCO from demanding from the plaintiffs new terms of employment as a pre-condition to their re-engagement, including terms which are oppressive and which extinguish all previous employment rights, re-hiring and job security rights. Discussion [24] It is correct, technically, that the proposed proceeding would range more broadly than the originally filed proceeding does. Although it is understandable that only a single cause of action may...

8. Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination – summary record 18th-20th reports (continued) [pdf, 117 KB]

   ...Zealand) said that the Christchurch earthquake had had serious repercussions for all population groups (including Maori and Pasifika, many of whose sacred sites and cemeteries had been destroyed) and that many indigenous peoples had lost their jobs and homes. Maori communities had taken part in the recovery operations in cooperation with public bodies and services. The New Zealand Government was fully aware that alcohol and drug abuse, and ensuing mental disorders, were linked to the...

9. Devillers v CAC303 & Ors [2015] NZREADT 38 [pdf, 160 KB]

   ...week of marketing had not been possible because of the need to get on with the sale programme. This had led to some delays in the sale process including erecting a 5 signboard. However Ms Watkins still considered that she had done a good job of marketing the property. She said that she felt she had done all that she could to try and assist Ms Devillers. She explained that after the auction she did speak to Ms Devillers and told her that she could not get a better offer from...

10. Morrison - Te Kaha No.2C Block (2014) 105 Waiariki MB 183 (105 WAR 183) [pdf, 205 KB]

    ...instructed counsel and her entire case was re- presented by the filing of an affidavit and submissions of counsel. In her affidavit dated 5 November 2012, the applicant explained that the land had been neglected and she explained how she went about the job of restoring aspects to its former glory. She began this task in 2010 including excavation work, clearing rubbish, maintenance of roadways and drains. In terms of the old homestead she commenced renovations including painting, plas...