| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Christchurch |
| Reference No | [2014] NZERA Christchurch 54 |
| Determination date | 08 April 2014 |
| Member | H Doyle |
| Representation | B Nathan, S Galbreath ; S Barbara |
| Parties | Murry v Atamai Development Ltd |
| Summary | PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE - Application for adjournment - Applicant sought adjournment on grounds could not afford cost of travel from Hawaii to New Zealand, unable to travel due to family commitments and just started new job |
| Abstract | AUTHORITY FOUND -;PRACTICE AND PROCEDURE: Applicant on notice from early stage would be required to attend and give evidence at investigation meeting. Applicant had already been granted one adjournment. Applicant had plenty of time to make suitable arrangements for care of children. No financial information provided to verify claim applicant unable to afford cost of travelling to New Zealand. Plenty of time for applicant to advise new employer of firm commitment to travel to New Zealand to attend investigation meeting. Application for adjournment dismissed. |
| Result | Application dismissed ; No order for costs |
| Main Category | Practice & Procedure |
| Number of Pages | 5 |
| PDF File Link: | 2014_NZERA_Christchurch_54.pdf [pdf 98 KB] |