Depending on the purpose of the reservation, it may also be possible to apply for charitable status, especially if it benefits the community (for example, a marae).
The question is
whether the mediation process will allow for mediators to have these agreements signed by
the parties, to provide extra protections to them above those provided under the Act.
The question is whether the mediation process will allow for mediators to have these agreements signed by the parties, to provide extra protections to them above those provided under the Act.
Finances
4.5 The trustees will receive and apply monies due and ensure that accounts are properly kept so that there is at
all times a good record of the finances of the marae.
4.6 The accounts need not be audited annually, but if serious questions are raised about the accounts, the
trustees will ensure that an audit of the accounts is undertaken by a suitably qualified person.
4.7 In any event, the trustees will ensure that an audit is undertaken not less than every five years.
If you need more information or help gathering documents, you can try:
Māori Land Court
Information Services kaimahi in the district offices can answer your questions.
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.
Ngā puka taupānga me te puka Tarahiti
Succession and Trust application forms
External link
Form 20: Certificate by administrator
Rule 10.2(3), Sections 111 or 113
(PDF 85 kb)
External link
Form 21: Succession (grant of administration)
Rule 10.2(2)(a), Sections 113 and 117
(PDF 919 kb)
External link
Form 22: Succession (no grant of administration)
Rule 10.2(1),(2), Sections 113 and 118
(PDF 216 kb)
External link
Form 23: Application for whānau trust...
Work is now underway to create a more advanced system to provide a better service to landowners. This is in a more foetal stage of planning so I do not have much information but I am told it will improve access, accuracy and security of information contained in the Māori Land Court, which is very positive.
