Minister of Justice Kris Faafoi and Minister for Courts Aupito William Sio opened a new
Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment (AODT) Court in a ceremony at Hukanui Marae
near Hamilton on Saturday. The court addresses situations where substance abuse and
offending are intertwined. Photographer Tom Lee was there to capture the moment.
Dignitaries gather at Saturday’s ceremony at Hukanui Marae to open a new Alcohol and Other Drug Treatment (AODT) Court.
The community joined in on the celebrations.
Minister for Courts, Aupito William Sio.
Chief District Court Judge Heemi Taumaunu address the crowd.
Minister of Justice Kris Faafoi greets Lady Tureti Moxon.
Schools took part in the occasion
Guests arrive at the marae.