Fellow Stuart Robertson penned an insightful piece for BRANZ Build Magazine on the state of the construction scene.

Two up-and-coming leaders making their mark across Aotearoa’s dispute resolution sector have been named the 2023 recipients of the Arbitrators’ and Mediators’ Institute of New Zealand (AMINZ) Scholarships.

We are thrilled that AMINZ Member Michelle Peat is very close to launching an online programme focussed on parents, teens and conflict. This is going to be valuable resource for many. For those of you who don’t know Michelle, meet her (and the new course) below.

We are thrilled to announce two keynote speakers for Conference 2023. This August 22-24, we will be welcoming Dr Robert Joseph and Her Excellency Nina Obermaier to the stage to share their insights into the theme of ‘Access to Justice.’

Hear from Nikki Pender on being an expert witness and all this entails. Nikki is a barrister at Kate Sheppard Chambers and the founding director of Legal Empowerment. She has been training expert witnesses since 2016.

The Alternative Dispute Resolution Centre (ADR Centre) recently launched a dedicated website that recognises increasing adoption of dispute resolution in New Zealand.

AMINZ Councillor Ann Skelton reflects on the road ahead for recovery following the 2023 floods and cyclone, and the role ADR can play going forward.

We are now on the look-out for our 2023 Scholars, two future leaders in mediation or arbitration.

AMINZ Vice-President Malcolm Wallace shares his thoughts on the law concerning wills and inheritance, discussing why looking outside the courts for other forms of dispute resolution is the way to go.

It’s been a big year for AMINZ and our members. We take a look back at what we’ve achieved throughout 2022.

AMINZ welcomes our newest Fellows! Stuart Roberston, Rebecca Saunders, Kelly Quinn, and Kate Wiseman have been awarded Fellowship in Arbitration, the Institute’s highest credentialled status.