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Pae Matua Steve Gunson is pleased to announce that expressions of interest to become a mediator for Te Ratonga Whakatau Wenerau o Te Kooti Whenua Māori - the Māori Land Court Dispute Resolution Service are now being received.

If you wish to seek approval as a mediator for Te Ratonga Whakatau Wenerau, please complete the following application form. You can also read more about the opportunity in the information booklet.

Applications must be sent to DRSexpressionofinterest@justice.govt.nz by 5:00pm on Thursday, 30 April 2026.

Please include DRS mediator expression of interest - Your Name in the subject line of your email.  

Late applications will not be accepted.