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1. Kauikia-Stevens v Trustees of the Rangitatau 1D5A1 Block (2014) 318 Aotea MB 217 (318 AOT 217) [pdf, 267 KB]

   ...Kauika-Stevens was completed on his own. [41] In relation to the shed, Mr Wirihana-Tawake advises that this is now used to store urupa equipment, for which he states approval was given at one of the marae trust meetings. The trustees have previously requested Mr Kauika-Stevens remove his own equipment from the shed, which has been refused. He submitted, contrary to the applicant’s evidence, that the shed is not part of the dwelling at issue. [42] Mr Wirihana-Tawake supports th...

2. BE v W Ltd & KN [2024] NZDT 885 (15 December 2024) [pdf, 240 KB]

   ...neighbour on the other side of the fence (Mr and Mrs N) became acrimonious after BE cut down some trees on Mr and Mrs N’s property believing she had their consent to do so. In the course of her dealings with Mr and Mrs N, BE became aware from survey information provided by the Mr and Mrs N that the fence was not on the boundary. In fact, a corner of BE’s building encroached across the boundary onto the McLeod’s property. 6. BE and Mr and Mrs N were unable to resolve the boundar...

3. LE v BI [2024] NZDT 31 (2 February 2024) [pdf, 139 KB]

   ...being the address LE obtained for him from the 2023 electoral roll. I therefore went ahead with the hearing without BI because a Respondent is not obliged to attend the hearing of a claim made against them. This decision is based on the evidence and information before me in accordance with s42 of the Disputes Tribunal Act 1988. Issues 4. The issues I need to determine are: (a) Did BI make a representation to LE about the Baby Carrier and, if so, was LE induced by the representatio...

4. B Ltd v Council [2024] NZDT 709 (2 July 2024) [pdf, 151 KB]

   ...construction of a new boundary line fence. Referee: T Prowse Date: 2 July 2024 5 This because there is no obligation in the Fencing Act that imposes liability on council for a boundary line fence. Page 5 of 5 Information for Parties Rehearings You can apply for a rehearing if you believe that something prevented the proper decision from being made: for example, the relevant information was not available at the time. If you wish to apply for a rehe...

5. BN & EN v Z Ltd [2025] NZDT 76 (4 March 2025) [pdf, 206 KB]

   ...report who was not a Licensed Building Practitioner. As BN & EN have not proven their claim, it is dismissed. Referee: K Cowie DTR Date: 4 March 2025 1 (2000) 11 ANZ Insurance Cases Page 4 of 4 Information for Parties Rehearings You can apply for a rehearing if you believe that something prevented the proper decision from being made: for example, the relevant information was not available at the time. If you wish to apply for a re...

6. Wilton TRI-2021-100-002 Procedural Order 4 [pdf, 230 KB]

   ...liable. It became apparent that the house had experienced weathertight issues from October 2013 and perhaps earlier. Mr Wilton, a chartered professional engineer, had knowledge of the issues for more than six years before an assessor’s report was requested. [24] On 23 July 2021, Bill Skews, an independent registered architect, prepared a draft report commenting on TAB Design’s work. He confirmed it did not breach its duty. According to Mr Skews, there was no detail lacking i...

7. Form 42 Victims Orders against Violent Offenders [pdf, 414 KB]

   Templates V13 – November 2017 page 1 11/17 form 42 Legal aid file no. Tax Invoice Civil Legal Aid Fixed Fee/Fixed Fee Plus Victims' Orders against Violent Offenders (Applicant & Respondent) Invoice date Invoice number GST number Lead provider’s ref. To: Legal Aid, DX Box Number City Name of aided person Name of lead provider Provider number Name of law firm Firm number Details of claim Covers period from: to:...

8. Form 42a Civil Victims Order [pdf, 246 KB]

   Version 20 – January 2023 page 1 01/23 form 42a Tax Invoice Civil Legal Aid Fixed Fees Victims' Orders against Violent Offenders (Applicant & Respondent) Legal aid file no. Invoice date Invoice number GST number Lead provider’s ref. To: Legal Aid, DX Box Number City Customer Lead provider Provider number Law firm Firm number Details of claim Fixed Fee: Date fixed fee(s) completed Fixed Fee Plus: Covers period from...

9. EW v KR & K Ltd [2024] NZDT 319 (29 April 2024) [pdf, 91 KB]

   ...purchase price be refunded. I have ordered $821.00 less 34 months use of the 120 months (10 years) expected life of the unit. The amount is $588.33. Referee: B M Smallbone Date: Monday 29 April 2024 Page 3 of 3 Information for Parties Rehearings You can apply for a rehearing if you believe that something prevented the proper decision from being made: for example, the relevant information was not available at the time. If you wish to apply for...

10. 205w Application for financial assessment hearing [pdf, 370 KB]

    MOJ205/11/17 Ministry of Justice Collections Unit www.justice.govt.nz/fines/about-civil-debt/forms 0800 233 222 PAGE 1 OF 8 When should I use this form? This form lets you find out more about a judgment debtor’s ability to pay a judgment debt. Use this form if all the following apply: • you are the judgment creditor and the money owed to you in a judgment or court order has not been paid • you may have asked the judgment debtor to complete a financial statement but they have not co...