The main priorities for the Court now are first, to remedy errors in the lists, using s 86 of TTWMA, and second, to update the list of successors based on previous and new evidence, the latter of which requires hearings to be held so evidence can be heard. An application form based on the existing form for successions has been modified for the purposes of SILNA determinations, and individual applications are linked to a central file to ensure consistency.
RESET FORM
WHAT IS THIS FORM FOR?
This application form has been modified specifically for use in determining the successors for South Island Landless
Natives (SILNA) lands in accordance with Part 15 of the Ngāi Tahu Deed of Settlement.
The thread of discussions from presenters and conference attendees is that arbitration is the preferred form of dispute resolution in many overseas jurisdictions.
Fee increase summary
Current rate New rate
$22 $23
$66 $68
$220 $228
$385 $399
Detailed fee list
Māori Land Court Current rate (inc
GST)
New rate
(inc GST)
Filing an application in respect of the following:
(a) hearing and determining any claim to recover damages from trespass or any other
injury to Māori freehold land
(b) hearing and determining any proceeding founded on contract or tort where debt,
demand, or damage relates to Māori freehold land
(c) any other de...
The first step in filing an appeal or charging order application is to gather any supporting documents and complete the general form of application ( Form 1 ).
After locating the application form, write which section of the Local Government (Water Services) Act 2025 which the application is for:
Appeals by water service providers about landowner's permission to enter Māori land to complete water servicing work - section 166(4)(b)
Appeals by landowners about th...
The land marked ‘accretion’ shows the newly
formed land. The ‘residue’ section is land that has always been part of the Crown Grant, but has been occupied by
the Council.
Our kaimahi can help you fill in application forms and provide general advice about your application and the court processes, but we do not provide legal advice.
