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1. [2016] NZEmpC 70 S v I Ltd Interlocutory No three [pdf, 99 KB]

   ...counsel in determining questions such as relevance and privilege. The most recent interlocutory judgment issued by the Court reflects the application in practice of those principles. 4 In particular, the plaintiff’s submission that “The probative nature of the data can only be truly known once it is supplied” illustrates the inappropriateness of using an interlocutory procedure to require, initially and at significant cost and delay, the exchange of numerous documents without...

2. Kingsnorth v Crawford – Motuaruhe 5D Block (2018) 185 Waiariki MB 106 (185 WAR 106) [pdf, 377 KB]

   ...against a non-party, the Court has discretion to grant such an order where the documents are specifically identified, where they are or have been in that party’s possession, and where they are relevant.5 The Court will also have regard to the probative value of such documents and whether an order is necessary. 4 See Mahanga v Sade – Horahora 1A1, Horahora 1A3B and Horahora 1A4C (2017) 148 Taitokerau MB 237 (148 TTK 237) at [8]....

3. LCRO 67/2019 QN v WM and FR (8 August 2019) [pdf, 102 KB]

   ...Lawyers and Conveyancers Act (Lawyers: Conduct and Client Care) Rules 2008 (the Rules). ZN had obtained a redacted copy of RN’s 2016 will (which had been superseded by the will dated 19 February 2018 which is presumed to have been admitted to probate). Mr QN’s position is that RN had told him he had not instructed the lawyers to disclose his 2016 will to ZN’s lawyer. However, as Mr QN’s evidence is hearsay, and RN is no longer available to give evidence, the next best evi...

4. Herewini - Te Tii Mangonui A3 (2019) 192 Taitokerau MB 170 (192 TTK 170) [pdf, 282 KB]

   ...out of aroha; and that the funds from the sale of Rangimarie Herewini’s house in Manurewa were used to carry out extensive alterations in the 1990s. [13] Rangimarie Herewini passed away on 9 June 1996. She left a will dated 30 May 1996, and probate was issued on 12 May 1997 appointing Erehi Herewini; Nukumai Herewini (deceased); Solomon Herewini and Ringapoto Herewini as the administrators of her estate. [14] The will provides as follows: … 2. I GIVE DEVISE AND BEQUEATH all...

5. [2020] NZEmpC 26 Gibson-Smith v Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment [pdf, 223 KB]

   ...had previously understood there would be no ability to filter bond and tenancy calls. He did not call evidence on this issue at the hearing because he was unaware the IVR function was to be introduced. His affidavit would be of significant probative value. d) A discreet issue was raised in respect of which the documentation would speak for itself, and the issue could be dealt with quickly and without any significant delay. [18] In response, Mr Chemis submitted: a) M...

6. Hamilton-Hutt-Valley-District-Courts-CPIP-Pilot.pdf [pdf, 266 KB]

   ...be available for same day sentencing. A stand-down report writer will be available in court to undertake stand-down report interviews and produce a stand-down sentencing report on the same day, therefore not adding any additional tasks for the probation officer allocated for the list court. Bail Address Checks Bail Support Services of Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) will be available to assist with bail address checks. When a charge is filed and an address conditi...

7. OIA-99641.pdf [pdf, 1.3 MB]

   ...reporting no methamphet amine use post-Kahukura (a period of between 6-12 months). The majority of those who have experienced a lapse have reduced their use. During the programme, compliance with conditions and r,eportin,g requirements for those on bail or probation is high . On completion whai ora are overwhelmingly positive about the benefits they have gained from the programme - many are reporting improvements in physical, mental, whanau and spiritual hea lth, and there are notable impro...

8. Porter v Porter - Succession to Hakaraia Waka Porter (2024) 324 Waiariki MB 1 (324 WAR 1) [pdf, 222 KB]

   ...this claim and maintains that Hakaraia is his biological father. Kōrero whānui Background [6] Hakaraia passed away on 24 May 2020. His will is dated 13 September 2011. [7] The Public Trustee, as executors of the will, have chosen to renounce probate and elected to administer the estate of Hakaraia. [8] Clause 4 of Hakaraia’s will deals with succession to his Māori land. It states: Gift of Māori Land 4. I GIVE the interest which I own at my death in any Māori freehold...

9. Southon v Southon - Estate of Tame Southon [2008] Chief Judges MB 28 (2008 CJ 28) [pdf, 1.4 MB]

   ...Wales for her own uvse obsolutelh m liew of commussion ¢) I GIVE DEVISE AND BEQUEATH to mny Trustees the whole of nn estate of whatsoever nature and wheresoever situate L PON TRUST to pay mv funeral and testamentary evpenses and debts and all death probate estate succession and other lthe duties pnable in respect of my estate and the legacy wpeutfied m Clause 3(b) above and to hold the residue then remainmg ( my 1esiduary estate ) LPON TRIUST for such of my grandchildren as <hall s...

10. Changes to legal aid criminal fees schedules review - responses & final decisions [pdf, 1.3 MB]

    Legal Services Commissioner Justice Centre | 19 Aitken Street | DX SX10125 | Wellington T 04 918 8800 | F 04 918 8820 lsc@justice.govt.nz www.legalservicescommissioner.govt.nz Criminal Legal Aid: Changes to Fees Schedules – Review Responses and Final Decisions 2 Although all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this document, the Ministry of Justice disclaims any and all