However the real benefit has been the intangible, that sense of connection and reconnection which I spoke about earlier. I am very conscious from personal experience of the potential difficulties in forming a whānau trust.
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.
Kei ngā maunga whakahī kei ngā wai tuku kiri, kei ngā manu huia tēnā koutou i raro i ngā āhuatanga o te wā. I am pleased to confirm that I have approved the release of a new Practice Note covering lawyers appointed and paid for under the Māori Land Court’s Special Aid Fund.
Documents/Practice-notes/2023.10.17-MLC-Special-Aid-Practice-Note-FINAL.pdf (367 kb)
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My interest in this topic arises due to what I see as a need for indigenous rights to be recognised, and I consider that our Courts play a primary role in ensuring that this occurs.
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Here are some reflections by descendants from the minutes of the final judicial conference and hearing.13 I suppose the first thing I’d really like to do is to acknowledge the tupuna themselves, if not for them … we wouldn’t be in the situation where Caroline has done this extensive research which, in the feedback from so many descendants, it’s a treasure trove of whakapapa for many of our families…
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E Alana Miriana Thomas , nau mai me ōu pūkenga maha hei hua mo ngāi Māori. I am very pleased to announce the Minister for Māori development has confirmed the appointment of Alana Miriana Thomas as a permanent judge of the Māori Land Court.
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Pirihira Cribb - Pae Ārahi o te Waharoa “I am the only barrier to achieving my dreams” The role of the Puna Hāpai is about realising the potential of all staff to deliver a Māori service that results in the wellbeing of families through whenua.
