Prepare for court hearing AP-20230000029688 28/06/2023 John Murry Karaitiana and orders made at 2012 Chief Judge's MB 51-59 on 8/02/2012 - Application to the Chief Judge CJ 2023/6 45/93 Kathleen Karaitiana 5.
Back in court the following day in Nelson, Judge Reeves explained the final orders she would make.
The matter was referred to Judge Isaac for further direction. Following consideration of Mr Monk’s availability and the Court’s hearing schedule, Judge Isaac directed that the Judicial Conference be brought forward to 3 December 2026 at 2.00 pm, which will enable Mr Monk to participate by online means while allowing the matter to be accommodated within the Court’s hearing schedule.
Documents/Panui/1.-321-Taitokerau-MB-127-128-dated-17-August-2026.pdf (105 kb)
In July 2023, Judge Fox was appointed Chief Judge of the Māori Land Court - Te Kaiwhakawā Matua o Te Kooti Whenua Māori.
Documents/Articles/MLC-DRS-expression-of-interest-information-booklet.pdf (922 kb)
Chief Judge Fox says: “This is an opportunity for the Court to update Māori landowners, and the public of Aotearoa, on the ongoing work of our Court.
In a judicial review proceeding, a judge reviews the actions or decisions of the original judge to see whether they acted within their legal powers.
If you already had an application with the Māori Land Court and dispute resolution was recommended by a judge or registrar after a court hearing, the judge or registrar can refer the unresolved issues back to mediation or court for further consideration.
The judge may also order any person to provide copies of records, reports, and reasons for decisions related to the incorporation, and to assist the examining officers with their review.
Former Judge Stephen Clark discusses Whānau Trusts – the benefits, the process in forming one, and his own personal experience.
Judge Te Kani Williams analyses how New Zealand's laws protect indigenous cultural heritage and customary rights, and poses the question - are they adequate?
