| Restrictions | OK |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Employment Relations Authority - Wellington |
| Reference No | WA 1A/04 |
| Determination date | 10 June 2004 |
| Member | G J Wood |
| Representation | G Clarke ; G Davenport |
| Location | Wellington |
| Parties | O'Donnell and Ors v New Zealand Post Primary Teachers' Association |
| Other Parties | Lamberton, Elliot |
| Summary | COSTS - Unsuccessful dispute proceedings - Respondent sought contribution of $4,000 to total costs of $6,870 - Respondent alleged claims without merit - Alleged investigation took 3 separate part days because of applicants' defaults - Applicants alleged no costs should be awarded as matter should have been dealt with under dispute procedure in expired collective agreement - Respondent entitled to retain legal counsel in technical dispute - Matter took longer than necessary - Reasonable contribution appropriate |
| Result | Costs in favour of respondent ($1,800) |
| Number of Pages | 2 |
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