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Two Worlds Collide? Exploring the Role and Significance of tikanga Māori in Smith v Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd [2024] NZSC 5

Abstract This case note examines the New Zealand Supreme Court decision in Smith v Fonterra Co-Operative Group Ltd [2024] NZSC 5. It explores the broader relationship between tikanga Māori and common law, highlighting the legal uncertainty surrounding how – and to what extent – tikanga Māori should influence New Zealand common law, particularly in tort […]

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