At the same time as applying for succession, you can apply to establish a whānau trust 13. You need to include both applications (this streamlines the process so that you, the Court staff, and the Judge are able to deal with the succession and the establishment of a whānau trust at the same time).
At the same time as applying for succession, you can apply to establish a whānau trust 13. You need to include both applications (this streamlines the process so that you, the Court staff, and the Judge are able to deal with the succession and the establishment of a whānau trust at the same time).
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MLC-succession-english.pdf (1.2 mb)
You can apply to create a whānau trust through an application for succession, or as a stand-alone application.
For office contact details, go to www.māorilandcourt.govt.nz/contact-us To download a form from our website, go to www.māorilandcourt.govt.nz/application-forms If you prefer your application be decided in court by a judge, tick that option on the application form.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-Legislative-changes-affecting-trusts.pdf (303 kb)
If those entitled do wish to vest the deceased’s interests into a whānau trust please complete and attach application form 23.
Documents/Forms/MLC-Form-21-Application-for-succession2F.pdf (370 kb)
(n) To form companies and to subscribe for and acquire shares in companies and to adopt and change their constitutions to further the interests of the trust.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/2021-12-07-Ahu-Whenua-Trust-Order-Template.pdf (398 kb)
You will also need to provide: a copy of their death certificate or other evidence of death an original or certified copy of the will written confirmation from any spouse or partner who wishes to surrender a lifetime right (if applicable) consents agreeing to include succession by whāngai (if applicable) a completed Whānau Trust application, draft trust order, written consent from trustees, and minutes from the hui agreeing ...
Whānau and pūtea trusts If the shares are owned by a whānau trust, the trustees will receive th
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MLC-incorporations-english.pdf (856 kb)
Whānau and pūtea trusts If the shares are owned by a whānau trust, the trustees will receive th
Occupation orders can now be granted not only to the landowner or any person entitled to succeed to their interest, but also to beneficiaries of the whānau trust that holds a beneficial interest in the land.
