Maori Land Court appoints deputy chief

Maori Land Court judge Caren Fox has been appointed deputy chief judge of the court.

Minister of Maori Affairs Pita Sharples said Judge Fox of Ngati Porou and Rongowhakaata would make a fine deputy chief judge.

"The Maori Land Court recognises and supports the central bond between Maori and their whenua. The Court's business is not simply land, it helps to maintain the identity and strength of the people, their communities and culture. Judge Fox has demonstrated her strong commitment to the work and ethos of the Maori Land Court."

Judge Fox studied at Victoria University of Wellington, graduating LLB and LLM (first class honours).

She has over nine years' experience as a Maori Land Court judge presiding in the Tairawhiti and Waiariki Maori Land Court districts.

- NZPA