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1. Recommendations Recap - Issue 13 [pdf, 988 KB]

   ...death with the support of other agencies. The purpose of this investigation is to establish what happened and how a death of a similar kind can be prevented in the future. Themes in coronial recommendations and comments on workplace deaths Human error Human error is often a feature of workplace deaths, particularly in circumstances where persons are using heavy machinery or do not have the appropriate safety gear for the activity. While human error can never be eliminated enti...

2. Tapiki and Eru v New Zealand Parole Board [2019] NZHRRT 5 [pdf, 403 KB]

   1 IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS REVIEW TRIBUNAL [2019] NZHRRT 5 Reference No. HRRT 030/2016 UNDER THE PRIVACY ACT 1993 BETWEEN JUDITH ANN TAPIKI FIRST PLAINTIFF AND JOSEPHINE ERU SECOND PLAINTIFF AND NEW ZEALAND PAROLE BOARD DEFENDANT AT NEW PLYMOUTH BEFORE: Mr RPG Haines ONZM QC, Chairperson Ms GJ Goodwin, Member Mr BK Neeson JP, Member REPRESENTATION: Ms JA Tapiki and Ms J Eru in person Ms VJ Owen for defendant DA...

3. BORA Electricity (Disconnection and Low Fixed Charges) Amendment Bill [pdf, 200 KB]

   ...consumers. 3. We have concluded that the Bill appears to be consistent with the rights and freedoms contained in the Bill of Rights Act. Melanie Webb Manager, Ministerial Advice Office of Legal Counsel Margaret Dugdale Policy Manager, Bill of Rights/Human Rights Public Law Group In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine whether a report should be made to...

4. BORA Manfeild Park Bill [pdf, 195 KB]

   ...• establishing an electoral college to appoint and remove trustees of the Trust. 4. We have concluded that the Bill appears to achieve overall consistency with the Bill of Rights Act. Stuart Beresford Senior Legal Adviser Bill of Rights/Human Rights Team Jeff Orr Chief Legal Counsel Office of Legal Counsel In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to determine...

5. BORA Meat Board Amendment Bill [pdf, 181 KB]

   ...Industry participants are eligible for quota irrespective of whether they intend to export to those markets. 3. We consider that the Bill appears to be consistent with the Bill of Rights Act. Stuart Beresford Principal Legal Adviser Bill of Right/Human Rights Team Jeff Orr Chief Legal Counsel Office of Legal Counsel. In addition to the general disclaimer for all documents on this website, please note the following: This advice was prepared to assist the Attorney-General to det...

6. Witness Summons content [pdf, 71 KB]

   ...attends but doesn’t bring the documents or records requested in the summons. The witness can be fined $1500 for this offence. What are the relevant legal provisions? The relevant legal provisions can be found in sections 109 and 111 of the Human Rights Act 1993, and in the Witnesses and Interpreters Fees Regulations 1974 Schedule. http://www.legislation.govt.nz/regulation/public/1974/0124/latest/DLM42089.html

7. Franciscus-Johannes-E.M.-van-Steensel-Form-33.pdf [pdf, 869 KB]

   ...as cuirentiy no hard data avaiianle that proves large scale pv wi* have a positive impact on "ti*u{".nj.'g"l-;lrit it might be net negative)' our soil an soul based living project is all about creating a better future for humanity and the pranet. o* ra*il] ; i;"'. tir* tr,rf iJJ. tv "*r*"pr" and learns bv doins' we have been at it (e,g. advisory on sustainad;;;;Jil;"ni rno oroduction in the form of Community Supported Agricult...

8. Appendix-M2-NZEAN-NZTR-Letter-of-Support-NZ-Equine-Advocacy-Network-May-2022-2.pdf [pdf, 170 KB]

   ...of all roading, pathways, reserves and parks.” NZTR acknowledges the many and diverse roles horses have played historically, and to this day continue to play in society, and recognises the many benefits brought about by the relationship between humans and horses. These benefits include, but are not limited to, increasingly documented positive effects both on physical and mental health for those who regularly interact with horses. Many horses, and indeed Thoroughbreds, throughout New Ze...

9. Appendix-M2-NZEAN-Support-letter-NZ-Eq-sports.pdf [pdf, 253 KB]

   ...role that horses have played and continue to provide across society. This covers both a sport and recreation connection that adds to the wellbeing of participants. We also know the importance of the role Horses can play in the general wellbeing of humans who may be suffering from various illnesses. Horses of course are also companion animals for many people in society. Our members rely on access to recreational riding to enhance the training and experiences for both themselves and thei...

10. Feedback on adoption law reform released

    ...the needs of society or reflects modern adoption best-practice. It is aiming for a system that has tamariki at its heart by protecting children’s rights, best interests and welfare, and upholds both our Tiriti o Waitangi obligations and international human rights obligations. In general, the feedback indicated support for the overall approach and options in the discussion document, and most people agreed the system should centre around the child’s best interests. The Ministry intends to pro...

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