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Biometrics
Source: Privacy Commissioner Read the Biometric Processing Privacy Code. This guidance on the Biometric Processing Privacy Code (the Code) is to help organisations and individuals understand the Code and how...
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BNZ research identifies key drivers of NZ business growth – and the untapped opportunities
Source: BNZ Statements New Zealand businesses excel at operational fundamentals, but many are missing strategic opportunities that could accelerate growth, new research from Bank of New Zealand reveals. “We’re at...
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The privacy risks of insurers misusing your genetic testing
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog Should you have to disclose to your insurance company if you’ve taken a genetic test and learnt you have the gene for a...
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Social media monitoring: what’s happening in New Zealand?
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog This summary was written by Rachel Levinson-Waldman, who served with OPC as a 2024 Ian Axford Fellow in Public Policy. Read her in-depth report....
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From Utility to Smart Tech: Ausko’s Role in Singapore’s Evolving Waste Landscape
Source: Media Outreach SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2025 – As Singapore continues to push towards greener, smarter infrastructure, Ausko has announced a shift in focus to...
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The Answer in a tree: Practices of Environmental Governance and Industrial Development in Lankao, Henan
Source: Media Outreach LANKAO, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2025 – From July 23 to 27, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Media and Think Tank Summit took place...
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Section 54: Getting authorisation to disclose
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog Please note – this article is under review. Section 54 was a provision in the 1993 Privacy Act, which was replaced in December...
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When your patient has a gun: changes to firearms legislation
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog Following the tragic events of Christchurch in March 2019, gun reform is a legislative priority. The Government recently introduced the Arms Legislation Bill...
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Google wins EU right to be forgotten case
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog Reviewed for relevance April 2025. A fortnight ago, Europe’s top court, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled that Google will not be...
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How should agencies deal with ‘empty-your-pocket’ requests?
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog The most common complaints we investigate relate to individuals trying to access their personal information. Some of these requests are “empty-your-pocket” requests to...
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Greenpeace turns on NZ First over its support for corporate land grab bill
Source: Greenpeace During today’s public submission hearings on the ACT Party’s Overseas Investment Amendment Bill, Greenpeace took direct aim at NZ First, highlighting the hypocrisy of NZ First’s support for the...
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TUMI Celebrates Grand Opening of First China Flagship Store at Shanghai Centre
Source: Media Outreach A Milestone Moment Marked by Notable Guests, Immersive Experiences, and Elevated Design HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2025 – TUMI, the leading...
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Green light for garden sheds and garages
Source: New Zealand Government Thanks to the Red Tape Tipline homeowners building garden sheds, sleepouts, or garages will face less red tape and fewer delays by the end of this...
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Address to Papua New Guinea Parliament
Source: New Zealand Government The Honourable Job Pomat, Speaker of the Papua New Guinea National Parliament, The Honourable James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, The Honourable Douglas Tomuriesa, Leader...
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Restoring test for Customary Marine Title
Source: New Zealand Government The Government has agreed to move forward with legislation that restores Parliament’s test for Customary Marine Title, Treaty Negotiations Minister Paul Goldsmith says. “Last year we...
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Metropolitan Electricity Authority Recognized at the Prestigious Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards (AREA) 2025 for ESG Excellence
Source: Media Outreach BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2025 – The Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), a leading electricity distributor across Bangkok, Nonthaburi, and Samut Prakan, is...
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Southco Introduces New T6 Stamped Friction Hinge
Source: Media Outreach HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 August 2025 – Southco has launched the new T6 Friction Hinge, a cost-effective access hardware solution that helps...
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Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2025–2029
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Health Publication date: 17 June 2025 Document download Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2025–2029 (pdf,849.4 KB) View all files and formats The strategic direction for preventing...
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About us
Source: Asure Quality At AsureQuality, we’re incredibly proud of our purpose and are passionate about the work we do to help Aotearoa shape a better food world. Owned by the...
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Our Story
Source: Asure Quality At AsureQuality, we’re incredibly proud of our purpose and are passionate about the work we do to help Aotearoa shape a better food world. Owned by the...
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AsiaInfo Technologies Expects to Achieve Accelerated Growth from the Three Core Growth Engines in 2025H2, with Full Year Profit Exceeding Last Year[1]
Source: Media Outreach In 2025H1, AI large model application and delivery business achieves explosive growth with revenue and order amount up 76 times and 78 times yoy respectively, demonstrating strong...
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Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog Jess Ducey argues that protecting people’s privacy means not just our secrets or personal data – but our self-determination and bodily-autonomy. It can...
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Construction begins on Papakura District Court
Source: New Zealand Government Construction begins today on the new Papakura District Court which will help speed up court processes and improve critical infrastructure, Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith and Courts...
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Grab your popcorn; the latest recruitment launch will leave you reel-ing.
Source: New Zealand Police Police lights, sirens, ACTION! What: Unveiling of a decommissioned patrol car upcycled as a mini cinema for watching ‘Ride Along’.Who: Commissioner Richard Chambers,...
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Rural News – More funding welcome – but not enough to stop wildings – Federated Farmers
Source: Federated Farmers Federated Farmers says another $3 million for wilding pines control is very welcome – but falls well short of what’s needed. “New Zealand’s iconic landscapes are under threat,...
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Local News – Grants opening to support young people and waste minimisation in Porirua
Source: Porirua City Council Porirua City has two rounds of grant funding opening in August – one supporting young people and the other supporting projects to reduce waste in the city....
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Ban on anchoring at Hauturu Little Barrier Island
Source: NZ Ministry for Primary Industries New biosecurity rules are in place at Hauturu o Toi Little Barrier Island, making it illegal to anchor anywhere around the island. Biosecurity New...