title: Between rhetoric- and reality: A retrospective look at national development policy and planning in Solomon Islands in the 1980s and 90s

authors: Rohorua, Frederick Isom

subjects: Solomon Islands politics

abstract: When Solomon Islands gained political independence from Great Britain in 1978, the majority of Solomon Islanders believed that this provided an opportunity to work towards the creation of a prosperous society. They also believed that central government and national leaders could, and should, take primary responsibility for social and economic development. At the same time, it was clear to the new government from the beginning that participation of indigenous Solomon Islanders in the private sector was critical for social and economic development. This paper examines the process of national development policy and planning in the 1980s and 90s in the Solomon Islands, showing how the initial optimism, fuelled by political rhetoric, became tempered over time as awareness of the realities of the Solomon Islands context increased and as this awareness began to be reflected in more realistic planning and planning forecasts.

text: Between rhetoric- and reality: A retrospective look at national development policy and planning in Solomon Islands in the 1980s and 90s When Solomon Islands gained political independence from Great Britain in 1978, the majority of Solomon Islanders believed that this provided an opportunity to work towards the creation of a prosperous society. They also believed that central government and national leaders could, and should, take primary responsibility for social and economic development. At the same time, it was clear to the new government from the beginning that participation of indigenous Solomon Islanders in the private sector was critical for social and economic development. This paper examines the process of national development policy and planning in the 1980s and 90s in the Solomon Islands, showing how the initial optimism, fuelled by political rhetoric, became tempered over time as awareness of the realities of the Solomon Islands context increased and as this awareness began to be reflected in more realistic planning and planning forecasts.

year: 2004-09

title: Parkins v Parkins

authors: Chevalier-Watts, Juliet

abstract: This case came about by appeal from the District Court, which dismissed the appellant’s claim.  The appellant, Grant Parkins (Grant) declared 25% interest by way of institutional constructive trust over a property in the Marlborough Sounds (the property), which is opposed by his brothers, Steven Parkins (Steven) and Reece Parkins (Reece).   Grant states that his interest arises because of his substantial contributions to the property after it was bought by his late father, Morris Parkins (Morris).  The property was substantively developed after its purchase.  The property had been left in equal shares to the three brothers by Morris in his will. Of note is that the terms of Morris’ will were not challenged in any way by any of the brothers. Whilst this case does not challenge the law of institutional constructive trusts, it provides a useful and instructive summary of the established law and thus adds to the institutional constructive trust narrative.  Prior to considering the law, we will first provide an overview of the facts.

text: Parkins v Parkins This case came about by appeal from the District Court, which dismissed the appellant’s claim.  The appellant, Grant Parkins (Grant) declared 25% interest by way of institutional constructive trust over a property in the Marlborough Sounds (the property), which is opposed by his brothers, Steven Parkins (Steven) and Reece Parkins (Reece).   Grant states that his interest arises because of his substantial contributions to the property after it was bought by his late father, Morris Parkins (Morris).  The property was substantively developed after its purchase.  The property had been left in equal shares to the three brothers by Morris in his will. Of note is that the terms of Morris’ will were not challenged in any way by any of the brothers. Whilst this case does not challenge the law of institutional constructive trusts, it provides a useful and instructive summary of the established law and thus adds to the institutional constructive trust narrative.  Prior to considering the law, we will first provide an overview of the facts.

year: 2022-06-01

title: The Treaty of Waitangi and Research Ethics in Aotearoa

authors: Hudson, Maui

subjects: Treaty of Waitangi

abstract: Researchers, when engaging with Māori communities, are in a process of relationship building and this process can be guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, partnership, participation and protection. The main concerns for many indigenous peoples in research revolve around respect for their indigenous rights, control over research processes and reciprocity within research relationships to ensure that equitable benefits are realised within indigenous groups. Māori have identified similar issues and these concerns can be aligned with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. The relevance of the Treaty of Waitangi to research ethics is discussed and this paper suggests a revised interpretation of the treaty principles to incorporate the range of ethical issues that Māori have expressed as important.

text: The Treaty of Waitangi and Research Ethics in Aotearoa Researchers, when engaging with Māori communities, are in a process of relationship building and this process can be guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, partnership, participation and protection. The main concerns for many indigenous peoples in research revolve around respect for their indigenous rights, control over research processes and reciprocity within research relationships to ensure that equitable benefits are realised within indigenous groups. Māori have identified similar issues and these concerns can be aligned with the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi. The relevance of the Treaty of Waitangi to research ethics is discussed and this paper suggests a revised interpretation of the treaty principles to incorporate the range of ethical issues that Māori have expressed as important.

year: 2009