You can read the latest news and announcements concerning the District Court in this section.
Chief District Court Judge Heemi Taumaunu has announced the appointment of Judge James Johnston to the role of National Executive Judge from Easter 2025. Judge Johnston (Ngāti Porou, Te Whānau-a-Apanui) pictured is currently based in Wellington District Court and takes over…
The Attorney-General has announced the appointment of a new District Court Judge. Read the announcement here
Under s 217 of the District Court Act 2016, the Chief District Court Judge must, in consultation with the Chief Justice, develop and publish guidelines to assist Judges to decide if they should recuse themselves from a proceeding. The revised District…
The Chief District Court Judge has issued a Bail Application Scheduling Framework as part of the work to improve timely access to justice. The purpose of the Framework is to ensure those in custody have their bail application heard as soon…
The Attorney-General has announced the appointment of two new District Court judges. Read the announcement here
The Ministry of Justice is to undertake seismic strengthening work of the Greymouth Courthouse, to ensure its long-term resilience and ongoing use. The Ministry's statement and the seismic reports are published here.
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