Family Dispute Resolution is a free mediation service to help parents and whānau sort out care arrangements for their tamariki after separation.

It’s about creating space for calm respectful kōrero—so everyone gets a chance to be heard, and you can work out a plan that feels fair and workable.

I support you both to have the conversations that matter—without taking sides. The focus is on the wellbeing of your tamariki, and finding a way forward that holds mana on all sides.

It’s not about digging up the past—it’s about building understanding and finding solutions together.

Keeps things out of court (less stress, more say).

Helps you create a parenting plan that works for your whānau.

Respects your culture, your voice, and your role as parents.

It’s free and easy to access.

Mediation is a guided kōrero (conversation) to help you sort things out—especially when you're feeling stuck. It’s a space where everyone gets heard, and you work together to find a way forward that works for you.

As your mediator, I’m here to awhi (support) the process—keeping things safe, respectful, and on track. You bring the whakaaro (ideas), I bring the process.

We usually start with a quick chat to see what’s going on and how I can help. If mediation feels right, we’ll set up a time to meet (in person, online, or by phone—whatever suits best). Then we sit down for a proper kōrero, where I help you both explore what’s important, what’s needed, and what could work.

You stay in control the whole way. My job is to guide the process, not take over.

You get to be heard—properly.

You stay in charge of the outcome—no judge, no lawyers calling the shots.

You can move forward—with less stress, more clarity, and a plan that actually works for your real life.

It’s confidential, practical, and can save heaps of time and energy.