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1. AS v ZI LCRO 71/2012 (21 March 2014) [pdf, 188 KB]

   ...[87] A client who has unsuccessfully pursued an expensive course of action, such as occurred here, will inevitably feel that better and more informed communication from their lawyer may have led to different decisions being made. This is human nature, we look for reasons to explain how things could have gone so wrong, and for things that could have been done differently. [88] Doubtless Mr AS will reflect upon this case as a whole and conclude that there were things that c...

2. ENV-2016-AKL-000xxx Howick Ratepayers and Residents Association Incorporated & Others v Auckland Council [pdf, 5.5 MB]

   ...corridors, utility rights-of-way, and backyard habitat are important parts of urban planning, because they increase biodiversity in cities and improve the quality of life for all residents. For example, they increase opportunities for wildlife viewing, human relaxation and education, and controlling pollution, temperature and climate, erosion, and noise (Adams & Dove 1989) The view of the compact city_How realistic is the current view of the PAUP with its plans to force intensificatio...

3. LCRO 152/2017 CS v GB (22 May 2018) [pdf, 248 KB]

   ...divulged to the lawyer acting for the opposing party. 17 [97] Rule 3.1 provides that a “lawyer must at all times treat a client with respect and courtesy and must not act in a discriminatory manner in contravention of section 21 of the Human Rights Act 1993”. This duty has also been described as “hav[ing] proper attitudes towards clients (that is, to be non-discriminating and non-patronising)”.26 [98] Whether this duty or requirement has been met “will vary accordin...

4. [2018] NZEmpC 4 Ioan v Scott Technology NZ Ltd t/a Rocklabs [pdf, 340 KB]

   ...on some work, and what he saw as shifting timeframes. Rocklabs considers termination under the trial period [19] It was around this time that the engineering manager started discussing with other management and with the company’s human resources advisor the issues that were being seen with Mr Ioan. The engineering manager felt he was in a difficult position, but the view he reached, and supported by his colleagues, was that he should consider terminating Mr Ioan’s e...

5. E102 Nicola Broadbent - Planning - RE - Council [pdf, 882 KB]

   ...Auckland. 13.3. Andrew Brown (Mana Whenua in support) considers that this is the best method for ongoing consultation as it enables integration with other waterfront-based developments currently occurring and is seen as more efficient in terms of human resources35. 13.4. The proposed amendments to 5 - 5F would require a new Forum to be established for ongoing engagement between the Consent Holder and members of Nga Mana Whenua o Tamaki Makaurau who choose to participate....

6. LCRO 159/2014 AB and RJ v OC and BR [pdf, 209 KB]

   ...November 2012 advising his application for a work visa had been declined. [4] Mr AB was at the time working for [Supermarket] in [Town] as a [XXXX] apprentice. [Supermarket] was supporting Mr AB in his application for a work visa. Mr NS was the Human Resources Manager at [Supermarket]. 2 [5] On 20 November 2012, Mr NS emailed Ms OC requesting a meeting to discuss Mr AB’s options going forward, following the decline of the visa application. [6] On 3 March 2013, a fee esti...

7. Minhinnick v The Crown - Maioro Lands (1994) 18 Waikato Maniapoto Appellate MB 220 (18 APWM 220) [pdf, 3.8 MB]

   ...the creator and act as guardians, protectors and developers only in conjunction with respect for their lands and the need to preserve these lands for future generations. Whereas, the authority and control of pakeha ownership is put in place by human sources, via Government." It is evident from the above quotation that common to "Kaitiaki" and "ownership" is the element of domain or authority and control over land, for whatever reason, for whoever. It is ac...

8. [2019] NZEmpC 37 Derbie v Tranzurban Hutt Valley Ltd [pdf, 674 KB]

   ...coexist with the ERA provisions. Second issue: has Tranzurban met its obligations under Part 6D? [46] Evidence for the purpose of considering the question of compliance as to Part 6D of the ERA was given by Mr Derbie, and by Ms Renee Snelgrove, Human Resources and Legal Director for the Tranzit Group; that entity has oversight of employment issues as they affect employees of Tranzurban. [47] Mr Derbie also told the Court that his concerns related to shifts that operated between...

9. 2021-03-18 Fish & Game opening subs [pdf, 298 KB]

   ...supportive of the ORC's focus in the hearing to date on ensuring the PC7 provisions work in the most effective and efficient way possible. Efficiency and certainty are key concerns for Fish and Game. It is hoped the Court is live to the very real human/resourcing issues at play for all participants in the plan change. Simply put, there will not be able to be meaningful participation and a robust assessment of effects if the bulk of applications seek to lock in long term conse...

10. {2017] NZEmpC 15 Spotless Facility Services NZ Ltd v Mackay [pdf, 143 KB]

    ...hold in the hope that the conflict could be resolved. She agreed to attend mediation. She asked for a response from Mr McLennan at his earliest convenience. 12 [18] Subsequently, Mr McLennan discussed the information he had obtained with Human Resources (HR) advisors prior to a telephone conversation with Ms Mackay which occurred on 8 August 2014. By then, he had reached preliminary views as to the workplace conflict. These were not explained to Ms Mackay either before or on...