Kia ora University of Auckland,

The University has recently announced the members of the Review Committee for the proposed merger of the Law and Business faculties.

Please provide:
- The cost to the University of flying Professors Rick Bigwood and Shelley Griffiths from Otago and Queensland respectively for the Review Committee meeting scheduled for the w/c 3 February 2025;
- A breakdown of any other costs to the University related to the Review Committee and its processes or members;
- Any documents or communications discussing the appointment of the Committee members, with particular focus on justifying why there are no practising lawyers, barristers, or KCs on the Committee.

Please provide this information in an accessible, searchable format.

I understand that a decision on a request for information under the OIA should be made within 20 working days of receiving that request. If you require any further information from me, please let me know as soon as possible.

Ngā mihi

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