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VARYING THE TERMS OF A TRUST
If the trustees want to review their powers, rights and
obligations, as set out in the trust order, they need the
support of the beneficiaries, and so they need to hold a
meeting with them. Any changes agreed to at the meeting
can be formalised by filing an application with the MLC to
vary the trust order.
How to make a formal complaint
If after talking with us you still have concerns, you can make a complaint:
by email to complaints@justice.govt.nz
in writing to the Māori Land Court:
Level 7, Fujitsu Tower Māori Land Court SX11203 141 The Terrace Wellington
Please include the following information with your complaint:
Your first and last name (including company name if relevant)
Your email address
The details of your complaint.
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After the court hearing, the judge can confirm, change, or cancel any previous decision. This may not necessarily be heard by the same judge which made the original decision.