• whether: 1. the balance sheet is properly drawn up and gives a true and fair view of the state of the Māori incorporation’s affairs 2. the profit and loss account is properly drawn up and gives a true and fair view of the results of the Māori incorporation for that financial year 3. the share register has been duly and correctly kept.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MOJ0217.8E-SEP21-Maori-Incorporations-Factsheet.pdf (370 kb)
In August 2020, the Government passed targeted changes to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 to simplify the legal processes for owning, occupying and using Māori land. What has changed? Historically, disputes over Māori land often had to be resolved through public court sittings before a judge.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-Dispute-resolution-service-web-version.pdf (132 kb)
In July 2019, the Government passed the Trusts Act 2019 (replacing the Trustee Act 1956). This new Act sets out the core principles and default rules for trusts, including trusts created under Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993. The aim is to make the law easier to understand.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-for-landowners-Trustee-Act.pdf (68 kb)
Amendments to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 Changes effective from 6 February 2021 11 Amendments to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 Amendments to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 About Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 Te Ture Whenua Māori Act is the primary legislation for Māori land.
WHY MAKE THIS CHANGE? The time and travel costs associated with attending a court sitting are removed when an application can be decided by a registrar. This approach also supports the efficient running of the Māori Land Court. WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-Legislative-changes-affecting-trusts.pdf (303 kb)
For office contact details, go to www.maorilandcourt.govt.nz/contact-us To download a form from our website, go to www.maorilandcourt.govt.nz/apply/fees-and-forms Also contact Te Puni Kōkiri to understand support and funding for Māori housing initiatives. M O J0 21 7.1 5_ JA N 21 http://www.maorilandcourt.govt.nz/contact-us http://www.maorilandcourt.govt.nz/apply/fees-and-forms/
The review will be done by a judge, who will be able to confirm, change or cancel the decision and issue a court order. M O J0 21 7.1 2_ JA N 21 https://www.m%C4%81orilandcourt.govt.nz/en/contact-us/draft-regional-map-page/ https://www.m%C4%81orilandcourt.govt.nz/en/our-application-process/come-in-apply-to-the-court/application-forms/
If you are whāngai and have any questions about an application, you should contact the Māori Land Court. M O J0 21 7.1 3_ JA N 21 https://www.m%C4%81orilandcourt.govt.nz/en/contact-us/draft-regional-map-page/ https://www.m%C4%81orilandcourt.govt.nz/en/our-application-process/come-in-apply-to-the-court/application-forms/
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-Succession-for-whangai-web-version.pdf (172 kb)
The name of the proceedings and the case number. 2. Your role in the proceedings (e.g. applicant, respondent, legal representative for the applicant). 3.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Maori-Land-Court-Judgment-Delivery.pdf (128 kb)
A judge should apply the above principles firmly and fairly and not accede too readily to suggestions of bias. 2. A judge should be mindful of the burden for other judges if the judge recuses him or herself unnecessarily. 3.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Maori-Land-Court-Recusal-Guidelines.pdf (226 kb)
