CPD · 1 hour

MP4 Recording - Zoom Webinar - A Review of Immigration and Protection Tribunal Court - 24 September 2026

New Zealand Association for Migration and Investment (NZAMI)

About this session

This MP4 recording of a Zoom webinar reviews Immigration and Protection Tribunal (IPT) performance and practice processes, covering timeframes, changes in appellant circumstances, priority requests, adjournment management, case management conferences, and an issues-based approach. The presentation also addresses emerging issues including AI use by parties and in the IPT, as well as wellbeing and resilience.

Webinar Overview

Review of IPT performance and practice processes with emphasis on timeframes, addressing changes in appellant circumstances, increased priority requests, managing adjournment requests, information required at case management conferences, and issues-based approach. Also covers emerging issues such as AI use by parties and in the IPT, and wellbeing and resilience.

About the Presenter

Debra Smallholme became a member of the Immigration and Protection Tribunal in 2015 and was appointed Deputy Chair in October 2022. She works in all appeal streams and has keen interest in access to justice and procedural fairness. Prior experience includes roles as Disputes Tribunal Referee, Tenancy Tribunal Adjudicator, and barrister and solicitor to partnership level.

Pricing

Members: $75.50; Non-members: $140.50