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1. Mr D v REAA [2013] NZREADT 36 [pdf, 56 KB]

   ...prohibiting publication set out in s.108 of the Act. Those powers are prefaced with the words “If the Disciplinary Tribunal is of the opinion that it is proper to do so, having regard to the interest of any person (including (without limitation) the privacy of the complainant (if any)) and to the public interest, it may make 1 or more of the following orders ...”. [5] Both counsel have referred us to a number of our decisions dealing with non- publication applications, but each cas...

2. Create a fraud and corruption policy [pdf, 96 KB]

   ...or disclosure of records, data, materials, intellectual property or assets; or similar forms of inappropriate conduct. Again, you should provide examples relevant to your organisation. Distinguishing fraud and corruption from code of conduct and privacy breaches Your policy should provide a brief explanation (with examples) of the difference between the organisation’s fraud and corruption policy, and other polices such as your privacy policy. While such policies may overlap, the key...

3. BORA Births, Deaths, Marriages, and Relationships Registration Amendment Bill [pdf, 316 KB]

   ...Births, Deaths, and Marriages Registration Act 1995 (the BDMR Act) to: • Improve the ability of the Registrar-General to collect and verify information for the purposes of the Act; • Regulate access to that information (incorporating appropriate privacy safeguards and recognising that there are a range of legitimate reasons why people want to access the information); • Modernise the Act to take account of technological and social developments; and • Establish a new register...

4. BORA Land Transport Amendment Bill [pdf, 155 KB]

   ...the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure, whether of the person, their property or correspondence, or otherwise. 6. The right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure protects a number of values including personal privacy, dignity, and property.1 7. If a provision is inconsistent with s 21 of the Bill of Rights Act, it cannot be demonstrably justified with reference to s 5 of that Act. The creation of an unreasonable power of search and seizure cannot be...

5. Williams v Police (Strike-Out Application) [2017] NZHRRT 37 [pdf, 239 KB]

   1 IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS REVIEW TRIBUNAL [2017] NZHRRT 37 Reference No. HRRT 014/2016 UNDER THE PRIVACY ACT 1993 BETWEEN JAMES LEONARD WILLIAMS PLAINTIFF AND NEW ZEALAND POLICE DEFENDANT AT WELLINGTON BEFORE: Mr RPG Haines QC, Chairperson Ms DL Hart, Member Mr RK Musuku, Member REPRESENTATION: Mr D Stringer for plaintiff by AVL from Christchurch Mens Prison (together with Mr JL Williams) Ms C Scott for defendant...

6. Puriri v Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Trust Board (Media Application) [2022] NZHRRT 47 [pdf, 114 KB]

   ...is likely to lead to the witness not giving evidence. [20.4] Whether being filmed, photographed or recorded may cause undue stress or anxiety to the witness, or may lead to intimidation or harassment of the witness. [20.5] Whether the witness’ privacy interests outweigh the public interest in publishing or using that witness’ evidence, given the likely significance of the evidence. [20.6] Any other matters the judicial officer considers relevant. [21] Although the Media Reportin...

7. 20230328-Integrity-Sport-and-Recreation-Bill.pdf [pdf, 143 KB]

   ...the Bill of Rights Act affirms that everyone has the right to be secure against unreasonable search or seizure, whether of the person, property, or correspondence or otherwise. The right protects a number of values including personal freedom, privacy, dignity, and property.3 20. Ordinarily a provision found to limit a particular right or freedom may nevertheless be consistent with the Bill of Rights Act if it can be considered reasonably justified in terms of s 5 of that Act. Howev...

8. [2023] NZEnvC 125 Bay of Islands Maritime Park Incorporated v Northland Regional Council [pdf, 436 KB]

   ...relates to catch and position of commercial fishing effort, and the revenue and profits of certain fishing operators. The applicants for the order are concerned as the information is not publicly available and its disclosure could: (a) breach privacy requirements between the Ministry for Primary Industries and fishers and impact negatively on the supply of similar information in the future; and (b) be utilised in a commercial sense by other parties and therefore unreasonably p...

9. Waikato Bay of Plenty Standards Committee 2 v Mr G [2023] NZLCDT 37 (23 August 2023) [pdf, 100 KB]

   ...produced to be provided to any person appearing at the hearing” and “impose any terms and conditions on the provision of copies and the use that can be made of them.” The former means the Tribunal can require sharing; the latter protects privacy and confidentiality. [13] I am not troubled by the fact that the summons process in this case involves fishing. What may be produced is unknown to one side or the other or both. Documents within the target class(es) could be relevan...

10. Expression of Interest High Court Judge 2022 form [pdf, 384 KB]

    ...Attorney-General’s Judicial Appointments Unit SX 10088 WELLINGTON Ph: 04 473 3890 or 0800 473 389 Fax: 04 473 3891 Email judicialappointments@justice.govt.nz mailto:judicialappointments@justice.govt.nz 7/6 Information provided pursuant to the Privacy Act 1993 Under the terms of the Privacy Act 1993, we are required to inform you that: The information you have provided is being collected for the purpose of filling a position as a Judge or an Associate Judge of the High Court...