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1. Proactive release - Strengthening the Family Court [pdf, 1.9 MB]

   ...These reforms intended to encourage individual responsibility and shift the focus from in-court resolution, to encouraging parents to reach agreement themselves through out-of- court processes. The reforms aimed to enable the Family Court to focus its resources on serious and urgent applications that were not suitable for out-of-court resolution. One of the most significant changes was the removal, for fiscal reasons, of legal representation and legal aid in the early stages of on-notice CoCA p...

2. [2018] NZEmpC 19 Kumara Hotel Ltd v McSherry [pdf, 333 KB]

   ...dismissal in the event the employment is terminated. Such trial periods can be particularly important for small and medium sized businesses, as they often face higher recruitment and dismissal costs relative to larger employers who have dedicated human resources departments. Small and medium sized businesses, therefore, face higher risks in taking a chance on a new employee. This Bill will provide opportunities for those who might suffer disadvantage in the labour market, for exampl...

3. Proactive Release - Cabinet Paper for arbitrating commercial lease disputes [pdf, 714 KB]

   ...24.1.3 any financial support available to them 24.1.4 their revenue and profit levels in recent years 24.1.5 their ability to survive financially the effects of official requirements to counter an outbreak of COVID-19 24.1.6 any difference in size and resources between the lessor, the lessee, and any other relevant party 24.1.7 any other factor that is reasonably relevant 24.2 a relevant party is any sublessee, any lessor under a superior lease, any parent company for the lessor or less...

4. [2021] NZEmpC 208 ABC v DEF [pdf, 315 KB]

   ...to the Employment Relations Bill 2000 said this:35 In terms of problem resolution in employment relationships, a strong emphasis is placed on the prior resolution of problems by the parties themselves, who will have access to a wide range of resources, through information provision, structured or unstructured mediation and other services to voluntarily resolve matters at an early stage. Mediation is the preferred option at all stages, although it is recognised that some problems...

5. National Standards Committee 1 v Gardner-Hopkins [2022] NZLCDT 2 (13 January 2022) [pdf, 211 KB]

   ...in Russell McVeagh (for instance he no longer owns his own home, but rents a two-bedroom one), we consider that his plight is not as dire as suggested. [43] In evidence Mr Gardner-Hopkins confirmed that there were professional roles within the Resource Management area which he could undertake without the need for a practising certificate. He had also made preliminary inquiries with a recruitment consultant. It would be surprising if a man of his talents could not obtain gainful em...

6. [2021] NZEmpC 197 Mikes Transport Warehouse Ltd v Vermuelen [pdf, 245 KB]

   ...[2020] NZERA 500 (Member Campbell). [7] Mr Vermuelen approached the Modern Transport group to enquire about employment opportunities and spoke to Mr Flyger. Mr Flyger works across both MTE Ltd and MTW Ltd as Group Accountant and Human Resources Manager. It is clear that Mr Vermuelen made a positive first impression - Mr Flyger immediately introduced him to Mr Robin Ratcliffe, a Director of both MTE Ltd and MTW Ltd. [8] Mr Ratcliffe decided that Mr Vermuelen would be a...

7. FINAL-2021-Research-Memorandum-Witness-Familiarisation.pdf [pdf, 300 KB]

   ...civil cases. 9. This research paper examines best practice overseas and in Aotearoa New Zealand to outline what a good witness familiarisation service could provide to complainants and witnesses. 10. It will be used initially as an internal resource and be provided to the Minister of Justice and the Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence and Sexual Violence. Objectives 11. The objectives of the research are to: (a) Outline why witness familiarisation is needed and th...

8. Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) In relation to property [docx, 104 KB]

   ...makes imprudent decisions or is subject to compulsory treatment or has special patient status under the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act 1992. Out-of-pocket expenses Things that your attorney needs to pay for from their own resources in order to carry out their role, such as postage and stationery costs, bank fees, travel costs, telephone bills, and legal fees. These expenses do not include lost wages or payment for your attorney’s time. Personal care and welfare...

9. ORC & Dairy NZ Ltd - EIC - Logan Bowler - 17 September 2021 [pdf, 935 KB]

   IN THE ENVIRONMENT COURT OF NEW ZEALAND CHRISTCHURCH REGISTRY I TE KŌTI TAIAO O AOTEAROA ŌTAUTAHI ROHE ENV-2020-CHC-128 UNDER the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) IN THE MATTER of the Omnibus Plan Change - Plan Change 8, being part of a proposal of national significance directed by the Minister for the Environment to be referred to the Environment Court under section 142(2)(b) of the RMA AND IN THE MATTER of an application under section 149T of the RMA OTAG...

10. [2022] NZEmpC 75 Tranzurban Hutt Valley Ltd v New Zealand Tramways and Public Passenger Transport Employees Union Wellington Inc [pdf, 314 KB]

    ...Service Vehicles 2019, cl 3. 7 New Zealand Tramways and Public Passenger Transport Employees Union v Tranzurban Hutt Valley Ltd, above n 2, at [9]. Evidence [19] Tranzurban called two witnesses. The first was Ms Renee Snelgrove, Human Resources and Legal Director for the Tranzit Group, of which Tranzurban is a part. She is responsible for incorporating the required rest and meal breaks into bus drivers’ shifts. After describing the background to which I have alread...