MOJ0217.7E SEP21 Succession Factsheet
At the same time as applying for succession, you can apply to establish a whānau trust15.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MOJ0217.7E-SEP21-Succession-Factsheet.pdf (355 kb)
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Succession
Applying for succession In most cases, succession is applied for by whānau inheriting the whenua or by those legally authorised to manage the estate of the person who has passed away.
MOJ0217.6E OCT21 Applications
See the back page of this factsheet for the MLC office closest to you or go online to maorilandcourt.govt.nz/contact-us For information about the most common applications, go online to maorilandcourt.govt.nz/apply Another useful website is Māori Land Online, which has details about the current ownership and title information¹ for all MLC blocks.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MOJ0217.6E-OCT21-Applications.pdf (335 kb)
Factsheet Simple and uncontested succession applications web version
What do I need to do? The process for applying for succession has not changed. Apply by completing the appropriate application form.
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Application fees
You can request a fee reduction, refund, or waiver when you apply online. If you’re not applying online, you can download or ask us for a PDF version of the form.
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If you disagree with the outcome
Only a person affected by a decision can apply for a judicial review. If you’re considering this option, we recommend that you seek legal advice immediately.
MLC 150 years of the Maori Land Court
Another important part of the Court’s work was making succession orders. If an owner died, his or her heirs had to apply to be entered in the Court titles in the place of the deceased.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MLC-150-years-of-the-Maori-Land-Court.pdf (11 mb)
Factsheet Legislative changes affecting trusts
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO? The process for applying for succession has not changed. Apply by completing the appropriate application form.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/Factsheet-Legislative-changes-affecting-trusts.pdf (303 kb)
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Set up a trust or incorporation
Apply online Download the application form Supporting document: Order Template and Checklist - Standard Ahu Whenua Trust Tarati whenua tōpū Whenua tōpū trust A whenua tōpū trust is established for land that is for community use or for a hapū or iwi.
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Application forms
You can submit your application online in Pātaka Whenua. You can download and edit these PDF forms for the Māori Land Court and the Māori Appellate Court applications and email or mail them to us.