Due to severe weather events, the following court has been closed:
Kaitaia District Court
If you need to contact the court, or require any assistance, please call 0800 268 787
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The Social Security Appeal Authority has 4 members appointed by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Minister of Social Development, after consultation with the Minister of Justice.
It conducts monthly hearings alternating between Auckland and Wellington and occasionally in Christchurch.
Ministry of Justice staff from the Tribunals Unit assist with the registration and case management of appeals.