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The Māori Land Court is notifying all owners of the above block about the following hui: Whenua: PARIHAKA NO 20 BLOCK Date: Saturday, 14 February 2026 Time: 11:00 AM Venue: Ōpunake Community Hall, 38 Domett Street Ōpunake 4616 Kaupapa: To discuss and negotiate a 10-year right of renewal to St Georges By The Sea Limited under the existing lease by way of variation.

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This increase is part of a wider change across all courts and tribunals in Aotearoa, New Zealand. What does this mean for you? If you file an application to the Māori Land Court or the Māori Appellate Court on or after  1 July 2025 , you will notice an increase in the fee you need to pay.

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The annual report reflects on what once again was very a busy year for the court, highlighting activity over the period, and giving insight into the collaborative efforts of the judiciary and the staff of the Māori Land Court to improve timeliness of outcomes for court users and to be a Māori Court that provides a shelter for the people, their land, and their kōrero.

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The Treaty provides that in exchange for the grant of kawanatanga (governance) to the British Crown, Māori people (the indigenous people of New Zealand) were guaranteed rangatiratanga (autonomy) in relation to their land and other precious resources, as well as the rights of British citizens. Unfortunately, the process of colonisation by the British Crown and settlers in New Zealand followed a similar pattern to that in other colonised countries, and in the 19th and 20th centuries Māori b...

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Developed by judges for judges and published by Te Kura Kaiwhakawā (Institute of Judicial Studies), the bench book offers guidance on what judges may need to know, understand, and do when hearing applications in the Māori Land Court (the Court).

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Importantly, it also tells the story of the modern Māori Land Court, who we are, what we do, and what motivates us to provide a high level of service to Māori landowners.

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It is a good idea to ask them about: What land blocks you might be an owner in An accurate record of your whakapapa How you became an owner or beneficiary to your whenua.

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Page 1 For more information visit www.māorilandcourt.govt.nz MLC 08/25 - 13 NOTICE OF APPEAL Form 13 Rule 8.8(a) WHAT IS THIS FORM FOR? Use this form to file an appeal against a final decision or determination of the Māori Land Court.

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