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Letters to the United Nations
Subject: Re: Introduction to breach by New Zealand government
Dear Elizabeth,
Thank you for your considered response and for outlining the appropriate mechanisms. I appreciate the clarity.
To confirm, my approach to your office was not intended as a formal complaint or request for intervention, but as a request for procedural guidance where UNDRIP obligations intersect with domestic administrative action. I understand from your reply that such guidance is best addressed through established reporting and complaints pathways.
In light of this, I will proceed to place the matter formally on record with Te Kāhui Tika Tangata – Human Rights Commission and, where appropriate, with the Office of the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, including a concise factual timeline and supporting documents.
For completeness, I note that the issue giving rise to the request remains that State and local authorities have continued enforcement activity despite formal notice being served and without any acknowledgment or engagement. This procedural gap is the core concern we are seeking to clarify through the appropriate channels.
I appreciate your guidance and your time. Please feel free to let me know if your office would wish to be copied on the formal submissions once lodged.
Warm regards,
Tracy Lynch
Acting under instruction
InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
PO Box 265, Queenstown
On Dec 17, 2025 at 1:19 PM, <Elizabeth Rova> wrote:Dear Tracy,
Thank you for your message and for outlining your concerns. We appreciate your commitment to ensuring that matters are addressed peacefully and in a manner consistent with the rights of Indigenous People in New Zealand.
New Zealand’s Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission and the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples would be better placed to address the issues you have raised.
The Te Kāhui Tika Tangata Human Rights Commission operate a robust complaints mechanism and works to hold government and private entities accountable for breaches of te Tiriti and human rights in New Zealand.
In addition, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples receives information on alleged violations in order to raise concerns with states, promote good practices and encourage reforms relating to international human rights standards and the rights of Indigenous Peoples. The Special Rapporteur may be reached at [email protected].
Please let us know if you have any further questions or require clarification on how to engage with these mechanisms.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth
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Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 2:29 PM
To: Elizabeth Rova <[email protected]>
Subject: Introduction to breach by New Zealand governmentInLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)Tracy Lynch
Recognised Indigenous Authority for Indigenous Peoples
Holding office originally established under the authority of the late Field Marshal John Monga and given to me by him
Acting as Attorney under Instruction where required
PO Box 265, Queenstown
10th December 2025
To:
Elizabeth Rova
United Nations
Email: [email protected]
Dear Elizabeth,
I hope this message finds you well.
I am writing in my capacity as the Recognised Indigenous Authority for Indigenous Peoples, holding office originally established under the authority of the late Field Marshal John Monga and given to me by him, and acting where required as Attorney under Instruction for the InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA). Our Trust represents indigenous families and beneficiaries living peacefully under customary protections here, known as Aotearoa, New Zealand.
I am reaching out because we require some guidance from the United Nations regarding a procedural matter that has become increasingly difficult due to a lack of acknowledgement by State authorities.
Recently, our Trust issued a formal abatement notice relating to actions taken by local authorities and the Police toward one of our beneficiaries. Our understanding — and we would appreciate your confirmation — is that once such a notice is formally served, particularly where UNDRIP obligations may apply, government agencies should:
1. Pause further enforcement or administrative actions; and
2. Ensure that the notice is tabled or formally acknowledged within Parliament or the appropriate oversight body,
before taking any additional steps.
This has not occurred. Instead, the authorities have continued acting as though the abatement notice does not exist, creating confusion, pressure, and undesired consequences for the beneficiary involved.
Our intention is always to act peacefully, respectfully, and constructively. We simply wish to ensure that correct processes are followed, and that the rights of Indigenous Peoples are upheld consistently with international expectations.
At this stage, we are not seeking intervention — only your guidance.
We would appreciate your advice on:
– Whether our understanding of the relationship between abatement notices and UNDRIP obligations is correct;
– What steps or expectations may apply when a State continues action despite such a notice; and
– Whether your office would like a copy of the abatement notice or a brief timeline for context.
We are happy to provide any supporting material your office may require.
Thank you very much for your time, your consideration, and the work you do to support Indigenous Peoples globally. Any direction or guidance you can offer would be sincerely appreciated.
Warm regards,
Tracy Lynch
Recognised Indigenous Authority for Indigenous Peoples
Holding office originally established under the authority of the late Field Marshal John Monga and given to me by him
Acting Attorney under Instruction of Trustees
InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
PO Box 265, Queenstown