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1. [2010] NZEmpC 165 EBIIWU v Shakes and Norske Skog Tasman Ltd [pdf, 148 KB]

   ...individual employees. The first plaintiff is, by Mr Yukich‟s account, a small union that is unable for financial reasons to engage professional representation in these proceedings. That is, of course, its entitlement but may indicate a paucity of resources. [32] If the Court were to grant the injunction sought on an interim basis but then, at trial, a defendant were to be successful, it would have a claim for damages for its losses incurred as a result of the injunction. There...

2. Galilee - Maungakawakawa Roadway (2011) 33 Taitokerau MB 64 (33 TTK 64) [pdf, 139 KB]

   ...Hyland had formed part of the roadway in an area that was highly sensitive ecologically. That is, he was concerned about activities that had an impact on the environment. In my view, Mr Galilee‟s concern is a matter that is addressed by the Resource Management Act 1991 (“1991 Act”) and not the 1993 Act. The question of what the owners and users of the roadway are entitled to do by way of construction and maintenance works will be

3. Electoral-Voting-Age-Legislation_FINAL.pdf [pdf, 6.6 MB]

   ...Minute LEG-23-MIN- 0125 Cabinet Office 27 July 2023 https://legislation.govt.nz/bill/government/2023/0279/latest/LMS879033.html?src=qs https://legislation.govt.nz/bill/government/2023/0279/latest/LMS879033.html?src=qs https://www.dia.govt.nz/Resource-material-Regulatory-Impact-Statements-Index#five https://bills.parliament.nz/v/4/e6533a89-c81e-4545-2b52-08db9c682c73 https://legislation.govt.nz/bill/government/2023/0279/latest/LMS879033.html?src=qs https://legislation.govt.nz/bill/gover...

4. [2017] NZEmpC 99 The NZ King Salmon Co Ltd v Slotemaker [pdf, 150 KB]

   ...positions [15] By late November Mr Slotemaker knew he faced dismissal because his position was to cease to exist and he had not been appointed to a replacement position created by the restructuring. On 2 December 2015 King Salmon’s Human Resources Adviser, Fiona Thomas, sent Mr Slotemaker three draft employment agreements so he could consider alternative positions within the company. Two were for Team Leaders and one was for the Aquaculture Technician vacancy Mr Slotemaker ap...

5. LCRO 9/2024 & 12/2024 QB v WF and SY & WF and SY v QB (27 June 2024) [pdf, 1.3 MB]

   ...continuing lack of insight into the well-known perils of being an advocate in one’s own cause that is remarkable for an experienced lawyer. 28 [135] It is of course the applicant’s decision to make whether to avail herself of the support resources available to her. It is not a fault of the decision-making process if she elects not to do so. No live hearing [136] At the hearing of the review, the applicant also criticised the Committee for not conducting a hearing in person...

6. Youth Court - 10 ideas that might “cross-pollinate” from the Youth Court into the adult District Court [pdf, 301 KB]

   ...lay advocates. Challenge To consider more use of a diversionary approach instead of court charging for adult offenders (and in particular 17-20 year olds), as a means of addressing issues in an effective way and better utilising court time and resources. government and community personnel engaged in the process. All of these participants can also interact easily with one another, which also encourages a collaborative approach to each case. Where necessary, a dock can be p...

7. [2010] NZEmpC 123 Burtton & Browne v Talley's Group Ltd [pdf, 52 KB]

   ...prohibited narcotics. The identities of some of those informants have yet to be disclosed to the plaintiffs or to the Authority or the Court. The identity of one of those informants, and what he is alleged to have said to the company’s human resources manager, has now emerged. Whether the defendant must now disclose the identities of those other informants, and the veracity or reliability of the evidence of those informants, will be important questions for the Authority in dete...

8. Taueki v Horowhenua Sailing Club Ltd - Horowhenua (11) Lake (2013) 304 Aotea MB 288 (304 AOT 288) [pdf, 129 KB]

   ...assistance from the Maori Land Court by way of funding to enable the Trust obtain legal advice. Your response on this would be much appreciated. We do not feel we can progress this matter without legal advice and the Trust as you know has very limited resources at this time. 4. Short term: To cover the interim period we have agreed as a Trust to confirm the status quo until further notice or until the MoP is signed, provided: (a) LDB takes reasonable steps during this interim...

9. [2016] NZEmpC 18 Saomai v Prestige Demolition Services Ltd [pdf, 122 KB]

   ...and seeks a dispensation from the requirement for certification under sub-rr (2) and (3). He submits that because Mr Saomai is not represented by a solicitor (but, rather, by a lay advocate) and because the applicant does not have the financial resources or other ability to engage a lawyer, an exemption should be granted. Legal aid (and particularly an emergency grant) may be available to an applicant, but I will not speculate on that as it has not been referred to on the papers f...

10. Waitangi Tribunal Hearing Calendar (21 May 2019) [pdf, 303 KB]

    ...Burke, C; Miller, S & Woodley, S 2 Wai 814/Wai 1489 Mangatū Remedies - Panel Members: Judge Milroy; Roa, T; Castle, T; & Parsonson, A Staff: Morgan, J; Siameja, N; Boxall, B & Small, F 3 Wai 2358 - The National Fresh Water and Geothermal Resources – Panel: Chief Judge Isaac; Crosby, R; Anderson, R; Phillipson, G; & Temara, P / Staff: Cameron, J; Vaafusuaga, T; Moko-Mead, H; & Burke, C 4 Wai 2522 - The Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement – Panel Members: Judge Doogan;...