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1. [2019] NZEmpC 188 A Labour Inspector of Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment v Jeet Holdings Ltd [pdf, 148 KB]

   ...making of a freezing order is significantly outweighed by the hardship which will be suffered by the former employees if the orders are not made and they succeed in their claims. In addition, the Labour Inspector has had to expend significant resources investigating this matter and pursuing the Employment Court proceedings. [21] As submitted by counsel for the Labour Inspector, any potential hardship that the defendants may incur is, in any event, mitigated by r 32.6(3) of the Hig...

2. [2018] NZSSAA 62 (6 December 2018) [pdf, 153 KB]

   ...the Ministry of Social Development1 where the Court concluded that credit card spending and bank loans did not fall within the definition of income in s 3(1) of the Social Security Act 1964 (the Act) because they did not add to the appellant’s resources and had to be repaid. [19] However, as the Ministry reviewed its decision and limited its focus to the period between 28 August 2013 and 7 May 2017, and the source of funds in the appellant’s son’s account and the section h...

3. Te Manutukutuku Issue 21 [pdf, 2.6 MB]

   ...1993 WAI334 Claimants: Peretini Nuku Taua for Ngati Makino Concerning: Land at Matata . Region: Waihi Received: 23 February 1993 WAI335 Claimants: Hamuera Taiporutu Mitere and Hamilton Manaia Pihopa for Ngati Whakaue Concerning: Geothermal resource at Rotorua Region: Rotorua Received: 22 February 1993 WAI 336 Claimants: Des Tatana Kahotea for Ngati Ranginui and Ngati Raukawa hapu Concerning: Ancestoral lands and the Energy Companies Act 1992 Region: Tauranga Received: 18 Fe...

4. Te Manutukutuku Issue 12 [pdf, 2.6 MB]

   ...TRIBUNAL W H Oliver $19.95 Available from An ideal introduction to the work of the Tribunal, its reports and recommendations. This thematic study covers claims relating to land, water, fishing and cultural rights, access to the nation's resources and participation in decision-making. Daphne Brasell Associates Press PO Box 12-214, Thorndon, Wellington. Tel: 04-471-0601 Fax: 04-471-0489 TRIBUNAL CELEBRATES BIRTHDA Y AND BOO K LAUNCH The Waitangi Tribunal cele­ br...

5. MOJ0501 Childrens Guide to Separation booklet [pdf, 2.2 MB]

   ...don’t feel safe or aren’t being cared for properly. 15 Skylight. Phone 0800 299 100 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. email info@skylight.org.nz www.skylight.org.nz/children Helps and supports kids dealing with trauma, loss and grief. Lots of great resources for kids on their website. Children’s Commissioner. Phone 0800 A CHILD (0800 224 453) Mon-Wed 9am-5pm, Thurs 9am-4pm. email advice@ occ.org.nz www.occ.org.nz Advice about your rights and welfare. Chinese Lifeline. Phone 0...

6. [2021] NZREADT 39 - Lee (29 July 2021) [pdf, 243 KB]

   ...documents requested by the Committee on multiple occasions; and [c] A failure to participate in the disciplinary process, including failure to respond to the charges against him, causing the Committee and the Tribunal to expend unnecessary time and resources. [18] Ms Wisniewski advised that Mr Lee’s licence has recently been cancelled on the grounds of his failure to pay annual fees. Accordingly, she submitted, cancellation or suspension of Mr Lee’s salesperson’s licence is...

7. Guide to virtual meetings - Behavioural Science Aotearoa [pdf, 308 KB]

   ...meeting’) Why do people get ‘Zoom fatigue?’ The short answer is that we don’t know for sure, since research on Zoom fatigue is in its infancy. However, there are at least two potential reasons. 1. Virtual meetings use a lot of mental resources. When you are in a virtual meeting with 10 people staring back at you, your brain is automatically trying to process everyone’s facial expressions and body language. This intense mental effort can lead you to feel exhausted,...

8. Marshall v IDEA Services Ltd (Costs) [2021] NZHRRT 28 [pdf, 141 KB]

   ...make the point that it is a charitable and not- for-profit organisation which receives funding from the Crown as well as revenue from fundraising and donations. Defending these claims has resulted in the diversion of a significant amount of time and resource over a number of years away from its core objective relating to the provision of disability services and advocacy and support for people with disabilities. [18] We have found that from the outset IDEA Services has been a responsible...

9. [2022] NZEmpC 236 TPT Forests Ltd v Penfold [pdf, 182 KB]

   ...TPT loss and damage. TPT seeks declarations, damages, and compliance orders. The proceedings are strongly defended. [2] It is anticipated that approaches the defendants made to Manulife Investment Management (formerly Hancock Natural Resource Group Inc) (Manulife) will be a focus of the proceedings. Manulife is the agent for client entities that had log marketing sales agency agreements with TPT entities. The defendants say that breaches of those agreements have caused...

10. [2022] NZEmpC 222 Gumbeze v The Chief Executive of Oranga Tamariki [pdf, 225 KB]

    ...Relations Act 2000, s 189. [22] Assuming Mr Gumbeze knew that the relationship had ended, or was to end, on 14 June 2022 that leaves for consideration what steps he took from then until the end of the month. Mr Gumbeze has limited financial resources. He struggled to find a replacement lawyer in that time who was able to undertake work for the fee he could afford to pay. He did not, however, remain idle. He approached Waitematā Community Law Centre for advice and attemp...