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1. Sharma v Manchanda [2018] NZIACDT 2 (2 February 2018) [pdf, 196 KB]

   ...second aspect of the ground of complaint identified by the Registrar relates to potential breaches of cls 26(c) and 26(e) of the Code, in relation to file management. There are two dimensions, the first is in relation to cl 26(c), which requires a licenced immigration adviser to confirm in writing to the client the details of all material discussions with the client. The second is that a licenced 6 immigration adviser pursuant to s 26(e) must maintain a client file for a...

2. Liddle v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 52 (30 August 2012) [pdf, 124 KB]

   ...the issue was, for them, urgent. That was because Mr Liddle’s entitlement was about to change due to his age. [14.4] Mr Standing failed to lodge a visa application, and has not explained or justified this failure. [14.5] Mr Standing had his licence cancelled by this Tribunal with effect from 15 August 2011. He has not refunded the fees that were not earned, and has failed to account for client funds. [14.6] On 17 August 2011, Mr Standing wrote a generic letter which was received...

3. Harvey v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 58 (30 August 2012) [pdf, 124 KB]

   ...confirmed in writing. [4] The agreement provided that Mr Harvey was “guaranteed” residence, on certain terms, and if that did not happen he would get a refund of fees. [5] The payment was made in June 2011, and in August 2011 Mr Standing had his licence cancelled by this Tribunal. He had provided no services to Mr Harvey. [6] Mr Harvey made inquiries and ascertained he was not likely to qualify for residence in New Zealand, and believes that Mr Standing misrepresented his ability...

4. [2025] NZIACDT 54 - SC v Wharekura (15 October 2025) [pdf, 242 KB]

   ...practice, it is contended they have come too late to benefit the complainant who has already suffered significant tangible harm. As for Mr Wharekura’s attempt to hide behind a heavy workload, the complainant says this is proof he is unfit to hold a licence. He places the desire to chase income over the need to provide competent advice. It is also troubling that Mr Wharekura had the opportunity to learn from his first appearance before the Tribunal, but he appears to have failed t...

5. BORA Sale of Liquor (Objections to Applications) Amendment Bill [pdf, 202 KB]

   ...Act 1990 (Bill of Rights Act). The Bill is a member’s Bill in the name of Hon George Hawkins. We understand that the next member’s day is 2 July 2008. 2. The Bill seeks to amend the Sale of Liquor Act 1989 to: • require applicants for an on-licence or off-licence to carry out an evaluation of the social impacts on the community if the licence were to be granted; • enable any person to object to the application; and • require the Licensing Authority to take into account any...

6. The Trustees of the Tauwhao Te Ngare Trust v Shaw - Tauwhao Te Ngare Block and a preliminary decision of the Chief Judge at 2013 CJ 567 [2014] Māori Appellate Court MB 394 (2014 APPEAL 394) [pdf, 377 KB]

   ...interests of justice required alternative legal access for Mr Shaw and the Seaview Trust as a condition precedent to cancellation of the 1976 roadway order. [35] The trustees say that access itself is not the issue as they are prepared to offer a licence (for 14 years) to Mr Shaw and his family. Mr Shaw would have to negotiate a separate licence with the trustees of the marae reservation. Mr Shaw has declined the offer of a licence on the basis that it is limited in term and uncerta...

7. Retto v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 47 (30 August 2012) [pdf, 117 KB]

   ...Sands Migration (NZ) Limited] to act on his/her behalf with regard to [Mr Retto’s] application for Permanent Residency of New Zealand.” [12] Mr Standing was a party to the agreement, and identified as a licensed immigration adviser, with his licence number. Golden Sands Migration (NZ) Limited (Golden Sands) was the company through which Mr Standing conducted his practice as a licensed immigration adviser. [13] The professional fee for this service in the agreement was identified as...

8. Balich v Standing [2012] NZIACDT 42 (24 August 2012) [pdf, 115 KB]

   ...Compensation of $2,000 for stress caused to himself and his family. The response [21] Mr Standing’s response to the complaint was an email dated 30 September 2011, and a letter of the same date addressed to the Authority. [22] Mr Standing said that his licence had been cancelled by this Authority, and the company, Living New Zealand Ltd, had gone into liquidation. [23] Apparently as a result of these events he no longer held his file relating to Mr Balich, and could only respond on...

9. XN v Ji [2019] NZIACDT 67 (1 October 2019) Sanctions [pdf, 186 KB]

   ...responsibility for client engagement and had allowed unlicensed individuals to provide services that only a licensed immigration adviser should provide. His conduct was found to be contrary to the Immigration Advisers Licensing Act 2007 (the Act) and the Licenced Immigration Advisers Code of Conduct 2014 (the Code). [3] It is now for the Tribunal to determine the appropriate sanctions, if any. BACKGROUND [4] The narrative leading to the complaint is set out in the decision of t...

10. Jadallah 20 November 2015 NZSHD 11 [pdf, 74 KB]

    ...an application by ABRAHAM ALI JADALLAH for a Waiver of the disqualification under s 23 of the Act BEFORE THE LICENSING AUTHORITY OF SECONDHAND DEALERS AND PAWNBROKERS DECISION [1] Abraham Jadallah has applied for an individual licence under the Secondhand Dealers and Pawnbrokers Act 2004. The Police object to the issuing of a licence as Mr Jadallah was convicted of sex changes including unlawfully possessing firearms and explosives and supply of methamphetamine on 3 J...