Understanding of te ao Māori and application of tikanga Describe your experience within / understanding of te ao Māori, including its significance when applied in a whenua Māori context. Comment on how you apply that understanding to support the resolution of whenua Māori disputes.
Documents/Articles/MLC-DRS-expression-of-interest-application-form.pdf (2 mb)
If an owner of Māori freehold land in multiple ownership has paid more than their share of water services changes, they can apply to the Māori Land Court for a “charging order” to recover the excess amount paid.
If the landowner does not agree with the outcome of the review, they can apply to the Māori Land Court to appeal this decision under section 170(1) of the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2025 .
Fee increase summary Current rate New rate $22 $23 $66 $68 $220 $228 $385 $399 Detailed fee list Māori Land Court Current rate (inc GST) New rate (inc GST) Filing an application in respect of the following: (a) hearing and determining any claim to recover damages from trespass or any other injury to Māori freehold land (b) hearing and determining any proceeding founded on contract or tort where debt, demand, or damage relates to Māori freehold land (c) any other de...
Documents/Articles/Detailed-list-of-fee-changes.pdf (287 kb)
Can Māori land trusts still apply to the Māori Land Court for direction Yes.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-for-landowners-Trustee-Act.pdf (68 kb)
That flexibility may also apply to situations where kaumatua are living in substandard conditions and need decent housing for the sake of their health.
This means that wills do not apply, and all legal children are entitled to succeed, equally.
Where a determination or order has already been made by a registrar, affected persons may also apply to the court to seek a review of that determination or order.
You can submit your application several ways: Online – Pātaka Whenua Visit Pātaka Whenua through the Māori Land Court website, www.māorilandcourt.govt.nz You can apply as: • a registered user – where you can create, save, submit applications, pay fees, and track progress • a guest user – where you submit your applications without creating an account In person • bring your documents to your nearest Māori Land Court office Email or post • email or post your application...
How-do-I-user-guides/How-to-constitute-a-whanau-trust.pdf (512 kb)
There may be more opportunities to apply in the future, depending on demand for the service.
Documents/Articles/MLC-DRS-expression-of-interest-information-booklet.pdf (922 kb)
