That information makes up the Māori Land Court record, which is the legal and official documentation of land ownership of whenua Māori. We are responsible for the ongoing care and protection of this taonga-tuku-iho.
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(full name),
apply for an exemption from the requirement under section 158 of Te TureWhenua Māori Act 1993 to provide a special valu-
ation
REASONS FOR APPLICATION: ( tick as appropriate)
The alienation is by way of gift
The alienee is a close relative being my.............................................................................................................................................................................
An application by (state full name(s) of applicants) .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................
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In August 2020, the Government passed targeted
changes to Te TureWhenua Māori Act 1993 to simplify
the legal processes for owning, occupying and using
Māori land.
The MLC operates under the provisions of Te TureWhenua
Māori Act 1993 (‘the Act’).
Title reconstruction and improvement
Title1 reconstruction and improvement is covered by Part 14
of the Act.
However, “alienation” is broadly defined in Te TureWhenua Māori Act 1993. For instance, an alienation includes the making or grant of any lease, licence, easement, mortgage or charge or any kind of encumbrance or trust in respect of the land in the reservation.
This form is used to apply to the Māori Appellate Court for leave to appeal a decision after the time limit for
filing an appeal has expired, in accordance with section 58(3) of Te TureWhenua Māori Act 1993 and rule
8.14(2) of the Māori Land Court Amendment Rules 2026.
