Factsheet Simple and uncontested succession applications web version
The process for applying for succession has not changed. Apply by completing the appropriate application form.
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Dispute resolution
18 Feb 2022
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Judge Aidan Warren discusses the legislative changes that came into effect February 2022.
Factsheet Legislative changes affecting incorporations web version
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.
Factsheet Dispute resolution service web version
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)
Judges Corner Article by Judge Aidan Warren on Dispute Resolution2
The mediation process available is a simplified version of the process that was provided for in the proposed changes to Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 developed by the previous National Government.
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Processing delays
18 Sep 2023
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Te Kooti Whenua Māori has been on a change journey for the past few years. Starting with legislative change in February 2021, the way we process applications in late 2022, and the launch of our online portal, Pātaka Whenua, this year.
Ngā rerekētanga ki ā mātou utu mō Te Kooti Whenua Māori
Changes to Māori Land Court fees
30 Jun 2025
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This increase is part of a wider change across all courts and tribunals in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
23 08 21 Media Statement Court operating protocols withdrawn jury trial guidelines modified
The Jury Trial Protocol and Jury Trial Guidelines have been modified to take account of the Government’s decision, and in light of this public health advice. To support these changes, the Ministry of Justice is updating its advice to those who are summoned for jury duty.
Forgot Password Guide v4
By default, if you haven’t changed it to a customised one, then your Username would be your email without the “domain”.
Documents/Troubleshooting/Forgot-Password-Guide-v1.pdf (349 kb)
Ngā ara ture hou mā ngā kaipupuri whenua Māori i raro i te ture hou
New legal pathways for Māori landowners under the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2025
28 Aug 2025
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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.