Case note 290543 [2021] NZPrivCmr 7: Offender requests psychological reports from Corrections
Source: Privacy Commissioner
A man was imprisoned for indecent assault and child sexual exploitation relating to internet images and videos. Through his lawyer, he requested...
Covid-19 vaccine passports not immune to privacy concerns
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog
As countries race to roll out their vaccination programs, the conversation has shifted: the question now is, when...
Case note 296919 [2021] NZPrivCmr 6: Father complained that ex-wife obtained health information about...
Source: Privacy Commissioner
A man received funds from a disability support services provider to cover respite care for his daughter, who had a disability and...
Privacy in the news (13 – 26 March 2021)
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog
Welcome to our latest round-up of privacy stories in the news.
Rental sector privacy investigation ramps up
Information gathering practices...
Senior Policy Adviser
Source: Privacy Commissioner
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Policy Adviser who really wants to make a difference for all New Zealanders and...
Case note 302694 [2021] NZPrivCmr 5: Man complains about neighbour’s security camera
Source: Privacy Commissioner
23 Mar 2021, 09:00
A man complained that his neighbour had installed a security camera aimed at the back gate of his property,...
Case note 287445 [2021] NZPrivCmr 4: Prospective employer disclosed job interview to current employer
Source: Privacy Commissioner
A man resigned from his job and attended a job interview during his notice period. He specifically told the interview panel that...
Case note 298110 [2021] NZPrivCmr 3: Police disclosed man’s history of violence to current...
Source: Privacy Commissioner
19 Mar 2021, 09:00
Police told the current girlfriend of a man that he had a history of violence, and that he had...
Case note 312002 [2021] NZPrivCmr 2: Employer carries out belated criminal background check on...
Source: Privacy Commissioner
16 Mar 2021, 09:00
A caregiver applied for a role at a care home. As part of the application process, they filled out...
Office of the Privacy Commissioner kicks off rental sector engagement
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog
Today the Office of the Privacy Commissioner (OPC) begins a round of engagements with representatives of tenants, landlords,...
Terms of Reference of joint inquiry into Police photographing of members of the public
Source: Privacy Commissioner
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner and the Independent Police Conduct Authority have released the Terms of Reference for their current joint...
Privacy in the news (6 – 12 March 2021)
Source: New Zealand Privacy Commissioner – Blog
Welcome to our latest round-up of privacy stories in the news.
Police photos of young people raise concerns over...
