On behalf of the New Zealand judiciary, the Chief Justice has today paid tribute to the Hon Robert Smellie CNZM KC. (Photo credit: NZME)
The Chief Justice welcomes the Attorney-General’s announcement today of the appointment of Wellington King’s Counsel Victoria Heine as a Judge of the High Court.
Courts and tribunals will be closed during the holiday period. Reopening dates vary, starting from Monday 5 January 2026, with all locations open by Monday 19 January 2026. Confirmed dates for each location are on this page.
▪️ Justice Francis Cooke as a Judge of the Supreme Court ▪️ Justice Rebecca Edwards as a Judge of the Court of Appeal ▪️ Auckland Barrister and Solicitor Michael Arthur as a Judge of the High Court ▪️ Auckland Barrister Amokura Kawharu as a Judge of the High Court.
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