Pursuant to section 77 of the Commerce Act 1986, Her Excellency the Governor‑General of New Zealand has been pleased to appoint

Professor Martin Richardson, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Kerrin Vautier, Auckland, New Zealand

Kieran Murray, Wellington, New Zealand

Robin Davey, New South Wales, Australia

Rodney Shogren, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Dr John Marsden, Victoria, Australia

Dr Darryn Abraham, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

as lay members of the High Court for a term of five years to take effect on the date of appointment.

Dated at Wellington this 8th day of June 2017.

Hon CHRISTOPHER FINLAYSON, qc, Attorney-General.