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1. [2016] NZEmpC 135 Nathan v Broadspectrum [pdf, 180 KB]

   ...involved being able to work on lines for Wellington Cable in the future. Broadspectrum was prepared to reinstate Mr Nathan but was not prepared to agree to him returning to Glover Street. [29] As Ms Manning, Broadspectrum’s Regional Human Resources Manager, explained in her evidence to the Court, the company decided on a tactical response to overcome this impasse. On the resumption of the investigation meeting it made the proposal referred to earlier, subject to two qualif...

2. LCRO 140/2020 AB v RP (27 November 2020) [pdf, 267 KB]

   ...that are to be deducted (Regulation 10, RCCC 9.3). [110] The Guidelines do not address the issue that was before the Court in Heslop v Cousins – namely, deduction of fees from funds lodged with a specific direction. [111] On its website, amongst resources it makes available for lawyers, the New Zealand Law Society has provided suggested terms of engagement which include the following as an example of an authority to deduct fees:20 You authorise us to deduct our fees and other expe...

3. [2020] NZIACDT 49 - HQT v Singh (19 November 2020) [pdf, 309 KB]

   ...be necessary to show that he knew what was required and overlooked it or was reckless doing it, “therefore not providing a duty of care in following the complainant’s informed lawful instruction”.12 [80] The considerable attention and resources given to the complainant’s matter do not support the notion that a professional breach has occurred. [81] As Mr Singh takes the matter seriously, he has proactively ensured the refinement of his processes by adopting a procedural...

4. Inia v Julian [2019] Māori Appellate Court MB 333 (2019 APPEAL 333) [pdf, 441 KB]

   ...the Ministry is not careful, applicants would have the full right to take those matters to the High Court, and I want a copy of today’s minutes sent to the Chief Registrar and to her director. I expect the situation to improve with additional resourcing and staff, otherwise the Chief Judge and I cannot be expected to be able to keep processing matters in the way that is required under this Act” (Emphasis in original) [43] Regarding the delays between 2014 and 2017, at [8] Ju...

5. [2021] NZACC 50 - Astle v ACC (17 March 2021) [pdf, 224 KB]

   IN THE DISTRICT COURT AT WELLINGTON I TE KŌTI-Ā-ROHE KI TE WHANGANUI-A-TARA [2021] NZACC 50 ACR 18/19 UNDER THE ACCIDENT COMPENSATION ACT 2001 IN THE MATTER OF AN APPEAL UNDER SECTION 149 OF THE ACT BETWEEN ADELE ASTLE Appellant AND ACCIDENT COMPENSATION CORPORATION Respondent Hearing: 11 February 2021 Heard at: Christchurch/Otautahi Appearances: Mr T Yates, advocate for the appellant via telephone Mr H Evans f

6. [2021] NZEmpC 138 The 20 District Health Boards v New Zealand Nurses Organisation [pdf, 378 KB]

   ...Code) for the public health sector DHBs are responsible for ensuring that life preserving services (LPS) activities can continue to be available during industrial action.1 The DHBs are required, as part of their contingency planning, to determine resourcing levels which will ensure there is no loss of life or permanent disability during the industrial action. Elective and non- urgent procedures are suspended, as are study leave, meetings, and other non-essential work. Each DHB is...

7. Kahukura methamphetamine rehabilitation initiative documents [pdf, 9.8 MB]

   ...manage the inevitable changes as the program evolves, and new questions that emerge. Value: It must provide sufficiently robust data to satisfy stakeholders including whānau and funders. Feasibility: the evaluation must be manageable within the resource avai able. Key evaluation questions 1. What is the framework for working with hard to reach Māori communities being applied to this rehabilitation initiative? Subquestions: What was the process to design and develop the initiative?...

8. Welcome Guide Information for court and tribunal interpreters v2.pdf [docx, 1.7 MB]

   ...qualifications and training · delivering interpreter services in courts and tribunals · how the Ministry will manage ongoing quality improvement for the interpreter service. We expect you to be familiar with the quality framework. It can be a useful resource to check if you are unsure of how to manage any situation that arises. If anyone asks you to behave in a way that contradicts the standards in the quality framework you can let them know what the quality framework says, and that you are...

9. RIS-Timing-and-Frequency-of-the-Maori-Electoral-Option.pdf [pdf, 303 KB]

   ...the previous general election. 78. Te Arawhiti also echoed a common sentiment heard throughout the engagement process that any changes to the status quo will require a significant educational and effort from the Crown which may require additional resourcing. a3uho6qgl2 2022-05-10 08:32:14 Regulatory Impact Statement | 18 What are the marginal costs and benefits of the option? Affected groups (identify) Comment nature of cost or benefit (eg, ongoing, one-off),...

10. Proactive-release-Legal-Services-Amendment-Bill_FINAL.pdf [pdf, 1.8 MB]

    ...equitable access in Article 3 of the Treaty of Waitangi. The counter view is that Māori, who are I N C O N F I D E N C E I N C O N F I D E N C E 4 disproportionately affected by crime, have a strong interest in seeing limited legal aid resources used effectively. New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 26 , careful consideration of equity and access to justice rights will inform further work on section 27, which is scheduled as part of Government’s wider sentencing commit...