The rise of <i>t</i> <i>ikanga</i> in Aotearoa New Zealand case law: Applications for Australian human rights lawyers

This article looks at recent developments in Aotearoa New Zealand where courts are increasingly referring to tikanga Māori in the determination of disputes. Designed as an ‘entry point’ for Australian human rights and anti-discrimination lawyers, it uses practical examples to explore some transferable applications that might support better outcomes in an Australian context.

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Alternative Law Journal
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2025-10-21
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https://doi.org/10.1177/1037969x251385357
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International Law and Human Rights
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The rise of t ikanga in Aotearoa New Zealand case law: Applications for Australian human rights lawyers

Bruce W. Burton
Alternative Law Journal
International Law and Human Rights
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The rise of t ikanga in Aotearoa New Zealand case law: Applications for Australian human rights lawyers

Bruce W. Burton
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This article looks at recent developments in Aotearoa New Zealand where courts are increasingly referring to tikanga Māori in the determination of disputes. Designed as an ‘entry point’ for Australian human rights and anti-discrimination lawyers, it uses practical examples to explore some transferable applications that might support better outcomes in an Australian context.

Alternative Law JournalVol. 50(4)
The University of Queensland (AU)
Openalex Percentile: Top 65%
International Law and Human Rights
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