Law news

NZ late to homosexual law reform

While celebrating 40 years of the Homosexual Law Reform Act, NZ must also acknowledge it has been a “slow follower” next to comparable countries.

From South Auckland to The Hague

AUT law students Tremayne Thompson and Jazz Chhatwal are officially world champions.

Should Fiji reinstate the death penalty?

Fiji is facing a drug crisis but calls to bring back the death penalty for offenders are based on moral panic and fail to address the underlying issues.

Move on orders revive Victorian era

A proposed law rejects homelessness as a social issue, instead deeming homeless people a public nuisance who must be managed through the justice system.

Is it time for compulsory voting in NZ?

Research shows compulsory voting can help overcome low voter turnout, but NZ would need to weigh the costs and benefits before implementing it here.

NZ law and birthright citizenship

The US Supreme Court will soon deliver its decision on birthright citizenship. In many countries – including NZ – it is an increasingly vexatious issue.

KC and Access to Justice: A Response

Is “KC” a way to identify the most accomplished legal advocates? Or is it also an expression of what the legal profession values and expects of itself?

Q&A: Apartment Living Matters

Can a body corporate prevent you from using your unit as an Airbnb? Join Rod Thomas to find out what you need to know about living in an apartment.

Eke Tangaroa welcomes 2026 kaihoe

AUT welcomes three new Kaihoe to Eke Tangaroa, strengthening Māori and Pacific academic leadership and supporting future focused research at AUT.

Explaining the ChCh terror appeal

The terrorist who pleaded guilty to murdering 51 people and attempting to murder 40 others is trying to appeal his conviction and sentence. Why? How?