Proprietors of Parininihi Ki Waitotara Block v Ngaruahine Iwi Authority - [2004] 2 NZLR 201

Maori and Maori land — Owned in common by Maori incorporation — Leased to Maori trust — Claim in tort against lessee — Defences based on claimed customary rights — Whether appropriate for High Court to state case to Maori Appellate Court on questions of tikanga Maori — Purpose of case-stated jurisdiction — Factors relevant to exercise of discretion to state case — Questions for determination before trial — High Court Rules, R 418.