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Given the success of the Christchurch parents in the Disputes Tribunal which ordered Kmart to pay them $15,185.42 for the costs of asbestos testing and remediation, is he concerned that low-income parents might have a similar claim but won't be able to afford the time or money to take a case to the Tribunal?

Answered Question 37280 (2026)
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Arena Williams

Member for Manurewa · Labour Party

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  • Given the success of the Christchurch parents in the Disputes Tribunal which ordered Kmart to pay them $15,185.42 for the costs of asbestos testing and remediation, is he concerned that low-income parents might have a similar claim but won't be able to afford the time or money to take a case to the Tribunal?

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Cameron Brewer

Member for Upper Harbour · National Party · Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs

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New Zealand consumers have a range of avenues available to seek redress. In the first instance, I encourage consumers to contact the supplier directly to try to resolve the issue.