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1. [2020] NZEmpC 182 FVB v XEY [pdf, 203 KB]

   ...information is limited to persons with a genuine need to know, objectively established.6 [9] The starting point when considering an application for non-publication orders is that such orders are a departure from the fundamental principle of open justice. The person applying for non-publication orders must establish sound reasons for the presumption favouring publication to be displaced, showing that, if non-publication is not granted, there will be specific adverse consequences tha...

2. Notice of Response and Affidavit in Support [pdf, 332 KB]

   ...must only respond to the application that has been served on you. If you would like to propose your own arrangements for the child(ren) you must file your own application. Information on filing applications and associated forms can be found at www.justice.govt.nz/family. Do nothing If you agree with the application and/or do not want to take part in the proceedings you can choose not to do anything. You will need to provide the Court with your mailing address if you want to receive the...

3. QL v OQ [2021] NZDT 1664 (22 June 2021) [pdf, 116 KB]

   ...of the Tribunal. Specifically, the Referee conducted the proceedings (or a Tribunal investigator carried out an enquiry) in a way that was unfair and prejudiced the result of the proceedings. This means you consider there was a breach of natural justice, as a result of procedural unfairness that affected the result of the proceedings. PLEASE NOTE: Parties need to be aware they cannot appeal a Referee’s finding of fact. Where a Referee has made a decision on the issues raised as part...

4. Chand v Accident Compensation Corporation (Leave to appeal) [2022] NZACC 211 [pdf, 162 KB]

   ...with the result that an extension of time should generally be granted, desirably without opposition from the respondent. [38] The ultimate question when considering the exercise of the discretion to extend time under r 29A is what the interests of justice require. That necessitates an assessment of the particular circumstances of the case. Factors which are likely to require consideration include: (a) The length of the delay. Clearly, the time period between the expiry of the appe...

5. LT Ltd v ON & NN [2022] NZDT 137 (15 August 2022) [pdf, 142 KB]

   ...LT Ltd claims $7,030.81 made up as follows: a. Cost of following up outstanding invoice $ 560.00 b. Cost of emptying storage unit $ 640.00 c. Cost of cleaning storage unit $ 480.00 d. Cost of time spent attending to legal matters $ 2,780.00 e. Cost of legal advice $ 1,653.75 f. Plus GST $ 917.06 $ 7,030.81 3. The Tribunal approved ON as representative for NN for part of this hearing. 4. The issues to be determined are:...

6. KB v DC [2023] NZDT 732 (16 December 2023) [pdf, 146 KB]

   ...of the Tribunal. Specifically, the Referee conducted the proceedings (or a Tribunal investigator carried out an enquiry) in a way that was unfair and prejudiced the result of the proceedings. This means you consider there was a breach of natural justice, as a result of procedural unfairness that affected the result of the proceedings. PLEASE NOTE: Parties need to be aware they cannot appeal a Referee’s finding of fact. Where a Referee has made a decision on the issues raised as part...

7. NI & SL Ltd v AI [2024] NZDT 334 (18 April 2024) [pdf, 142 KB]

   ...of the Tribunal. Specifically, the Referee conducted the proceedings (or a Tribunal investigator carried out an enquiry) in a way that was unfair and prejudiced the result of the proceedings. This means you consider there was a breach of natural justice, as a result of procedural unfairness that affected the result of the proceedings. PLEASE NOTE: Parties need to be aware they cannot appeal a Referee’s finding of fact. Where a Referee has made a decision on the issues raised as part...

8. O Ltd v CD & Ors [2024] NZDT 854 (18 October 2024) [pdf, 279 KB]

   ...correct those errors by way of a new claim about the same thing. 23. A consequence of applying this principle is that claims will fail, not because they are without merit but because they were presented in an incomplete or incorrect way. The injustice of this must be balanced against the injustice of prolonged or repetitive proceedings. 24. It is important to recognise that the Disputes Tribunal is a lay court. Self-represented parties do not have legal training or experience wi...

9. Decision Document - Mental Health Rosters [pdf, 448 KB]

   ...country, have given insight into how the proposed changes could be improved, and have helped us clarify the different roles of Legal Aid Services and the District Inspectors. These contributions have helped the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Justice make some well-informed decisions around the rostering and administration of legal services for mental health patients. This document gives a summary and details of the decisions that have been made following the consultation. I am...

10. Ministry of Justice review for the State Services Commission’s Inquiry into the Use of External Security Consultants [pdf, 1.3 MB]

          Ministry of Justice review for the State Service Commission’s Inquiry into the  Use of External Security Consultants    17 December 2018  These documents summarise an internal Ministry review of its use of private investigators or security consultants, as  part of the State Service Commission’s Inquiry into the Use of External Security Consultants.  The following documents have been proactively released by the Mi...