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Alternatively, a subdivision can be created by partition order through the Māori Land Court. Ngā raumei
Resources
Download printable versions of our title improvement resources.
f)
g)
h)
a) This form must be filed at the office of the Court at
Christchurch;
b) Please ensure that all information required on the form
is completed;
c) Where possible, please supply the names and contact
details of the successors that are listed in this form;
d) Due to the nature of these applications, and in terms of
the Court’s inquiry under section 29 of Te Ture Whenua
Māori Act 1993 and in recognition of the provisions of
Part 15 of the Ngāi Tahu Deed of Settlement, the
Registrar f...
Once these rights cease, the children or descendants then become entitled to the income and occupation rights. Ngā raumei
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Sitting period
Closing date for lodgements
10 - 14 November 2025
Wednesday, 6 August 2025
9 - 13 February 2026
Wednesday, 5 November 2025
11 - 15 May 2026
Wednesday, 5 February 2026
10 - 14 August 2026
Wednesday, 6 May 2026
9 - 13 November 2026
Wednesday, 5 August 2026
Ngā tono ki te Kooti Pīra Māori
Māori Appellate Court applications to be heard
Pānui
Māori Appellate Court sitting 12 February 2026
Māori Appellate Court sitting 12 February 2026
Māori Appell...
