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1. [2016] NZEmpC 27 Henderson v Nelson Marlborough DHB [pdf, 109 KB]

   ...Judgment: 22 March 2016 INTERLOCUTORY JUDGMENT OF JUDGE B A CORKILL Introduction [1] This interlocutory judgment resolves costs applications which each party has brought against the other, with regard to an issue concerning service of the statement of claim in this proceeding. [2] The background is that the Employment Relations Authority (the Authority) issued a determination on 3 November 2015. 1 [3] On 1 December 2015, on behalf of Ms Robyn Henderson, Ms Sh...

2. 15 May 2020 Summary of Justice Budget Initiatives for Stakeholders [pdf, 260 KB]

   ...the Independent Panel which reviewed the 2014 changes in their report, Te Korowai Ture-ā-Whānau. Legal Aid representation for people who need legal services but cannot afford them $40.985m over 2 years Legal aid is an important part of New Zealand's justice system. It supports people who can’t afford a lawyer to access legal representation. Each year, more than 75,000 grants are made to people who would otherwise be denied legal assistance. Legal Aid enables access t...

3. Regulatory Impact Statement December 2009 Legal Aid Review [pdf, 85 KB]

   ...The issues raised in the report are serious. There has also been a resulting loss of public confidence in the legal aid system, and the uncertainty created by the report will give rise to risk of reduced service levels by those working and providing services in the legal aid system. Immediate and comprehensive action is therefore required to reduce the risk of widespread service failure and improve public confidence in the legal aid system. Responses are proposed to review recommendati...

4. TG v Ma [2025] NZIACDT 27 (27 May 2025) [pdf, 332 KB]

   ...4 COMPLAINT [16] On 18 September 2023, complaints against Ms Ma were made to the Authority by another licensed adviser (SI) on behalf of the father and son (forms signed by them on 8 August 2023). It was alleged they did not sign any services agreement. There had been no employment interviews and Ms Ma did not tell them that the employment arranged was with her husband’s company. When they arrived, there was no work with that company. Ms Ma told them to arrange other

5. Executive summary of the evaluation of community youth programmes [pdf, 1.6 MB]

   ...clearly understand their target group or how the intended outcomes of their programmes would be met, found it difficult to develop and deliver their programmes. In particular, programme providers need to: • identify the target group for their services and understand best practice principles in working with that group; • develop procedures for accurately and usefully assessing programme particpants’ psycho-social risk factors for offending; • deliver a programme that responds...

6. Seismic-Strengthening-of-Ministry-of-Justice-Courthouses.pdf [pdf, 11 MB]

   ...4 of GOV-21-MIN-0025. Next Priority in the Programme 9. Analysis and investigation undertaken on Auckland District Court, Hamilton District Court and Wellington High Court has established these have existing seismic ratings of 35% to 40% of the New Building Standard (NBS). Government policy requires public buildings be upgraded to at least 67% of NBS. 10. These three courthouses are key assets within the Ministry’s portfolio and need to be kept operational. Auckland District Court...

7. Parenting Through Separation Operating Guidelines 1 July 2018 [pdf, 286 KB]

   ...Separation: overview The PTS programme is designed to provide practical advice to help participants understand and manage the effects of separation on their children. The programme is delivered by providers contracted by the Ministry, to address demand throughout New Zealand. PTS is the first step for most parents or guardians (‘parties’) when working out how to care for their children after separating. Programmes are four hours long and delivered either all in one sessi...

8. LA Provider Manual Part 1 - provider approvals [pdf, 990 KB]

   ...Part 1 – Provider Approvals Version 4.0 April 2015 Document owner: Provider Services, Legal Aid Services, Legal and Operational Services Last updated: April 2015 iii Contents Overview of Provider Approvals ................................................................................................... 5...

9. Ministerial group work programme update on family & sexual violence [pdf, 3.7 MB]

   ...attributable to fragmented spending decisions made by multiple agencies over time without a view to the overall system or potential flow on implications. 12 We acknowledge that many agencies and services in the sector are working hard and are committed to addressing family violence and sexual violence. There is enthusiasm and momentum building within the sector and we need to ensure we, as a Government, provide a foundation for service providers, agencies and communities to continue to...

10. [2011] NZEmpC 80 NZ Professional Firefighters Union v NZ Fire Service Commission [pdf, 96 KB]

    NEW ZEALAND PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS UNION V NEW ZEALAND FIRE SERVICE COMMISSION NZEmpC WN [2011] NZEmpC 80 [8 July 2011] IN THE EMPLOYMENT COURT WELLINGTON [2011] NZEmpC 80 WRC 21/11 IN THE MATTER OF proceedings for injunction orders removed from the Employment Relations Authority and for compliance orders BETWEEN NEW ZEALAND PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS UNION Plaintiff AND NEW ZEALAND FIRE SERVICE COMMISSION Defendant Hearing: 5 July 2011...