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OIA non full response – MPI doesn’t answer OIA’s + Follow up to Ombudsman
Official Information Act Request
To: Ministry for Primary Industries – OIA Services
From: InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
Attorney: Ann Kifo
Address for replies: P.O. Box 265, Queenstown
Dated today
Request under the Official Information Act 1982
This request is made under the Official Information Act 1982.
I refer to the Official Information Act request dated 26 September 2025 concerning MPI’s use of the term “contraband”, assessment of “harm to the State”, and regulation of seaweed and aquatic plants.
As at the date of this request, no full and lawful response has been received.
Accordingly, I request the following information:
1. Processing and Handling
• All records showing how the 26 September 2025 OIA request was received, logged, allocated, and processed by MPI.
• The name and title of any staff member or decision-maker assigned responsibility for that request.
2. Decision Records
• Copies of any draft or final decision documents prepared in response to that request.
• If no decision was made, all records explaining why no decision was issued within statutory timeframes.
3. Extensions or Transfers
• Copies of any notices of extension, transfer, or deferral issued in relation to that request.
• If none were issued, records explaining why no extension or transfer notice was provided.
4. Current Status
• MPI’s current position as to whether the request is considered unanswered, refused, or still pending.
• Any internal correspondence discussing the non-response to that request.
If MPI asserts that no records exist, please confirm this expressly.
This request is made for oversight and record-keeping purposes, and without waiver of any rights.
Please provide the information in electronic format (PDF or DOCX).
Yours faithfully,
By: Ann Kifo
Attorney – InLandsAirWater Counsel (PTNDA)
P.O. Box 265, Queenstown
Complaint to the Office of the Ombudsman
Complainant:
InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
Attorney: Tracy Lynch
Return Address: P.O. Box 265, Queenstown
Email: [email protected]
Agency Complained About:
Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI)
Dated 17 January 2026
Subject: Failure to Respond to Official Information Act Request and Related Administrative Failure
This complaint is made under the Ombudsmen Act 1975 concerning the Ministry for Primary Industries’ handling of Official Information Act requests relevant to current District Court proceedings.
Background and Timeline
- On 26 September 2025, an Official Information Act (OIA) request was submitted to MPI seeking definitions, policies, and evidential material relied upon by MPI in relation to the use of the term “contraband”, the assessment of alleged “harm to the State”,
and any scientific or technical material relied upon in the matter concerning Simon Stott / Sea Cures Limited.
2. MPI did not issue a substantive decision in response to that request within statutory timeframes.
3. On or about 29 September 2025, MPI acknowledged receipt of a separate OIA, but that acknowledgement did not address or resolve the earlier request dated 26 September 2025.
4. As no decision had been issued on the original request, a further narrow OIA was lodged seeking confirmation of where the original request is held, what processing steps occurred, and whether any decision records exist.
5. A short procedural note has been prepared for the District Court advising that the original OIA remains unanswered and that the absence of information affects disclosure and procedural fairness.
Nature of the Complaint
The complaint concerns:
• Failure to issue a decision on an OIA request dated 26 September 2025;
• Absence of any extension, transfer, or refusal notice as required by the Official Information Act 1982;
• Uncertainty as to the handling, location, and status of the original request;
• The impact of the non-response on the ability to understand and respond to matters currently before the Court.
Impact and Public Interest
The information sought relates to the evidential basis relied upon by a public agency in criminal proceedings. The absence of a response has a direct impact on procedural fairness and transparency, and raises public interest concerns
regarding record-keeping and administrative accountability.
Relief Sought
The complainant respectfully requests that the Ombudsman:
1. Inquire into MPI’s handling of the OIA request dated 26 September 2025;
2. Determine whether MPI has failed to comply with its obligations under the Official Information Act 1982;
3. Recommend that MPI promptly issue a lawful decision on the original request;
4. Consider whether any systemic record-keeping issues arise.
Yours faithfully,
Tracy Lynch
Attorney – InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
On Oct 16, 2025 at 3:51 PM, <Far Questions> wrote:
Kindly find attached and if Richard could mark the authority notice and forward it on back to me;
Tracy
On 15/10/2025 6:27 PM, Official Information Act wrote:
Kia ora Tracy,
Thank you for your official information request received on 16 October 2025.
Your request below will be considered, and a decision provided in accordance with the requirements of the Official Information Act 1982.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please email [email protected]
Ngā mihi,
Official Information Act Team
Government Services | Public Affairs
Ministry for Primary Industries – Manatū Ahu Matua
Charles Fergusson Building, 38-42 Bowen Street | PO Box 2526 | Wellington 6140 | New Zealand
Web: www.mpi.govt.nz
From: F Q <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, 16 October 2025 2:04 pm
To: Peter Boshier <[email protected]>; Debtmanagement <[email protected]>; Official Information Act <[email protected]>; Crown-richard <[email protected]>
Cc: Spsseaweed <[email protected]>
Subject: OÍA
Official Information Act (OIA) & Forensic Audit Request
From: InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)
To: Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), Registrar of the Court
CC: Attorney-General, Law Society, Judicial Conduct Commissioner, NZ Treasury (Record Only)
Ref: ILAW-MPI-STOTT-OIA-2025-001
Date: 16 October 2025
Attorney: Tracy Lynch
Return Address: PO Box 265, Queenstown
Subject: Request for Forensic Audit, IRS-style Transcript, and Verified Disclosure of Accuser and Instruments
This is a formal demand under the Official Information Act 1982 and a fiduciary disclosure notice issued by the InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA), regarding the matter for Simon Stott and Richard Powell.
This Trust is not a legal or commercial entity and does not accept presumed jurisdiction by MPI, the Crown, King or any court registry without verified contract, consent, or testimony from truth. We demand a full forensic audit and transcript of all related files.
- Forensic Audit and IRS-style Transcript – Beneficial Owner Records
- 1. Provide the verified name(s) and identity of the beneficial owner(s) attached to any MPI claim or enforcement against Simon Stott.
- 2. Provide a full transcript (IRS-style) of all incoming and outgoing financial ledgers, transaction records, and invoice pathways attached to this file.
- 3. Identify which agencies or individuals have received payment, commission, disbursement, or costs related to this action.
- 4. Provide the authorisation for any court cost or debt generation without contract or verified service.
- 5. Provide full insurance information (public liability and fidelity coverage) for all MPI agents and Crown legal representatives involved in this matter.
- Accuser Identity, Testimony, and Scientific Justification
- 1. Name, identity, and physical appearance record of the accuser, claimant, or harmed party.
- 2. Sworn testimony or affidavit from truth from the accuser, under penalty of perjury.
- 3. Copies of all evidence presented in court, including verified scientific justification for actions taken by MPI (e.g., culling animals, issuing fines, etc.).
- 4. Identity and credentials of all expert witnesses consulted or relied upon by MPI.
- 5. Explanation and approval process for allowing known neurotoxins into New Zealand’s food and water supply, and MPI’s direct responsibility in these decisions.
These are lawful requests for factual records under OIA and fiduciary audit protocols. Failure to produce the requested transcript, testimony, and contracts will be deemed administrative concealment and trespass.
A preliminary response including beneficial ownership, accuser identity, and transcript acknowledgment is expected within seven (7) days. Full OIA compliance is expected within 20 working days.
Issued without consent to contract or jurisdiction,
Tracy Lynch
Attorney – InLandsAirWater Counsel – Private Trust (PTNDA)