However, because I became a Judge only a matter of weeks ago, I do not yet have many stories to share with you about my new job. Unfortunately, that means part of this speech will have to be about me, so I also want to talk about my time here at this whare wananga and some personal learnings through my career that I hope will be useful as you all embark on yours.
In your application, you’ll need to provide: evidence that those persons holding at least 10% of the shares in the incorporation seek an investigation or evidence that a special resolution was passed at a general meeting of the shareholders seeking an investigation the grounds upon which an investigation is sought, and any matters that should be brought to the immediate attention of a judge.
It is a great honour for me but what makes it so special is being able to share it with all of you so thank you. I also once again want to thank Ngāti Whakaue and Te Arawa whānui for the privilege of having this occasion in this beautiful, esteemed house.
Similarly, many will hold shares in publicly listed companies. Generally, these interests will be such that they are unlikely to be affected by a particular piece of litigation and they are commonly disregarded.
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The �nal question asked court users to describe a positive experience with the court: 46% praised sta� and judges for being friendly and professional. 9% reported no positive experiences - either because they had not yet attended a hearing or had none to share. 51 7 20 48 12 30 23 4 16 6 Neither unhelpful nor helpful 58, 27% Very helpful 61, 28% Helpful 47, 21% Unhelpful 21, 10% Very unhelpful 24, 11% Refuse to answer 2, 1%Don’t know 4, 2% Don’t know 92, 42% Very...
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Facilitation and tikanga-informed processes Describe how you facilitate a shared understanding between parties who are in dispute and maintain impartiality during a mediation process.
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It was because of you that I became involved in the initiative of Te Kura Rōia and formed close bonds with colleagues that shared similar visions, and who have come here today.
Many landowner journeys begin when a whānau member passes away and their land interests or shares in an incorporation are transferred to their whānau members.
Manaaki whenua, manaaki tangata, haere whakamua Care for the land, care for the people, go forward Like the marae, Tū Atu is when manuhiri and hau kainga share kai (food). This action takes manuhiri from the state of sacredness to ordinary and is an expression of the hospitality and generosity of the hau kainga.
For more information about individual blocks you will need to contact your local Māori Land Court.
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