Discussion on Whānau Trusts
01 Feb 2013 | NewsIntroduction While hearing succession applications I often find myself suggesting to those appearing in front of me to consider forming a whānau trust.
Introduction While hearing succession applications I often find myself suggesting to those appearing in front of me to consider forming a whānau trust.
Continue on a sheet of separate paper of if necessary and attach to this form. Please note that you will be required to provide evidence for your claim.
APPLICATION TO FORM WHĀNAU TRUST TO BE USED ONLY WITH AN APPLICATION FOR SUCCESSION Te Ture Whenua Māori Act 1993 Section 214 For more information visit www.māorilandcourt.govt.nz Page 2 MLC 07/24 - 20 CONSENT We, the undersigned, consent to the formation of the Whānau Trust and, where named above as a trustee, consent to our appointment.
Documents/Forms/MLC-Form-23-Application-Whanau-Trust.pdf (149 kb)
Where a determination or order has already been made by a registrar, affected persons may also apply to the court to seek a review of that determination or order.
Documents/Panui/MLC-National-Panui-Februay-2025.pdf (2.2 mb)
Where a determination or order has already been made by a registrar, affected persons may also apply to the court to seek a review of that determination or order.
Documents/Panui/Revised-MLC-Panui-National-Februay-2025.pdf (2.2 mb)
Go online to maorilandonline.govt.nz Where to get an application form You can get an application form from your nearest MLC office.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MOJ0217.6E-OCT21-Applications.pdf (335 kb)
Once a trust is established, you can apply to the Court to make changes to, review, or terminate, the trust.
An application to the MLC needs to be filed on the relevant application form and accompanied by the application fee, which is detailed on the form.
Documents/Guides-Templates-Factsheets/MOJ0217.1E-OCT21-Maori-Land-Trusts.pdf (341 kb)
Apply by email You can apply to the Court by emailing your application form and supporting documents to one of our district offices.
Fee: $22.00 If there is insufficient room on the form to provide the required information, you should continue your application on a separate sheet of paper.