You should attach this request to your application and include any evidence required to support your request, and file everything with the Registrar for consideration (or for referral to a Judge). Note: The power of a Registrar or Judge to waive (remit), reduce, or refund a fee is a discretionary one, and you must demonstrate that you are unable to, or ought not be required to, pay the required fee.
Succession is confirmed by a judge or registrar, and the whakapapa to land and landowners become part of the permanent court record.
It may require the decision of a Judge or Registrar. We recommend you keep your court minute in a safe place, as you may need it in the future.
Currently, Māori Land Court judges act as mediators. While judges are acting as mediators, they will not be able to sit on the court proceeding related to that specific case.
Judge Reeves expertly discusses the origins of SILNA and the challenges Ngāi Tahu have faced due to the Crown's failure to fulfil its obligations.
Apply online Download the application form If you or any other party breach the terms of a lease, the matter can be heard by a judge. In these cases, we suggest you seek independent legal advice to discuss possible solutions.
Former Judge David Ambler discusses the proposed review of Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993, with the propositions in detail.
This is the narrative of a piece of land in Te Tau Ihu – Aorere. It sets out how Judge Reeves dealt with an application for accretion and for determination of ownership, where ownership records had not been maintained for over 100 years.
He pānuitanga tēnei kia mōhiotia ai ka tū Te Kooti Whenua Māori ki te whakawā, ki te uiui hoki, i ngā tikanga o ngā tono a muri ake - Nau mai, haere mai A Special Sitting At Thames District Court, 505 Queen Street, Thames Wednesday 20 November 2024 Judge R P Mullins Presiding PĀNUI NO.
Documents/Panui/53-Special-Waikato-Maniapoto-20-November-2024.pdf (135 kb)
He pānuitanga tēnei kia mōhiotia ai ka tū Te Kooti Whenua Māori ki te whakawā, ki te uiui hoki, i ngā tikanga o ngā tono a muri ake - Nau mai, haere mai A Special Sitting At Levin Court Levin District Court 9 Bristol Street Levin Tuesday 2 July 2024 Judge A M Thomas Presiding PĀNUI NO.
