What was the outcome of Tenancy Tribunal case 5301001?

The tribunal order states: The tenancy of Ahoika Tonga at 3C Sachel Place, Ranui, Auckland 0612 is

How much money was awarded in case 5301001?

Verified claim lines are listed on this page.

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5301001?

The primary dispute was Rent arrears.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5301001?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/12117107-Tenancy_Tribunal_Order.pdf.

What was the outcome of Tenancy Tribunal case 5301001?

The tribunal order states: The tenancy of Ahoika Tonga at 3C Sachel Place, Ranui, Auckland 0612 is

How much money was awarded in case 5301001?

Verified claim lines are listed on this page.

What type of tenancy dispute was case 5301001?

The primary dispute was Rent arrears.

Where can I read the official tribunal order for case 5301001?

The official Ministry of Justice published order is available at https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/TTV2/PDF/12117107-Tenancy_Tribunal_Order.pdf.

3C Sachel Place, Ranui, Auckland 0612 Tenancy Tribunal Case 5301001 — Rent arrears

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Reasons

The application was decided on the papers.

The landlord has applied for termination of the tenancy for abandonment through the expedited process under section 91AA Residential Tenancies Act 1986.

Are there grounds for an expedited application?

I am satisfied that the two requirements for the expedited process are met: a. The tenant does not want to contest the abandonment application. b. The information provided by the landlord with the application is sufficient to enable the Tribunal to determine it properly without a hearing (either on the basis of that information alone or with only minor clarifications).

Should the tenancy be terminated?

The Tribunal may terminate the tenancy where the premises have been abandoned and rent is in arrears at the hearing date. See section 61 Residential Tenancies Act 1986. A tenancy is abandoned where the tenant leaves the premises without reasonable excuse, not intending to return or to meet their obligations, and fails to notify the landlord.

On 26 June 2025 the landlord became aware (or ought to have been aware) that the tenant had abandoned the premises. The landlord said rent had not been paid by the tenant, neighbours had reported no movement at the property for a couple of months, The Ministry of Social Development confirmed to the landlord that the tenant had changed circumstances as she had been absent from New Zealand since 23 May 2025. The landlord gave notice to the tenant of an inspection and inspected the property on 26 June 2025. The landlord provided an inspection report dated 26 June 2025 with photographs of the condition of the property. The photographs showed the property in disarray with belongings and rubbish scattered throughout the premises and with overgrown lawns. The landlord said they have had no response from the tenant to letters, emails and calling cards left at the property. I am persuaded by this evidence that the tenancy has been abandoned.

The tenant has not contested the claim.

The landlord provided rent records which show there were rent arrears at the date of filing the application.

All the requirements for an expedited abandonment application have been met. Because the premises have been abandoned, and rent is in arrears, I am terminating the tenancy immediately.

Reasons

The application was decided on the papers.

The landlord has applied for termination of the tenancy for abandonment through the expedited process under section 91AA Residential Tenancies Act 1986.

Are there grounds for an expedited application?

Should the tenancy be terminated?

The tenant has not contested the claim.

The landlord provided rent records which show there were rent arrears at the date of filing the application.

All the requirements for an expedited abandonment application have been met. Because the premises have been abandoned, and rent is in arrears, I am terminating the tenancy immediately.

Tenancy Tribunal case 5301001 — Rent arrears at 3C Sachel Place, Ranui, Auckland 0612

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Tenancy Tribunal case 5301001 — Rent arrears at 3C Sachel Place, Ranui, Auckland 0612

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Claims & awards

Order

Reasons

Are there grounds for an expedited application?

Should the tenancy be terminated?

Topics & place

Residential Tenancies Act sections

Key findings

Frequently asked questions

Claims & awards

Order

Reasons

Are there grounds for an expedited application?

Should the tenancy be terminated?

Topics & place

Residential Tenancies Act sections

Key findings

Frequently asked questions