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1. Dunn v Accident Compensation Corporation (Strike out) [2024] NZHRRT 41 [pdf, 238 KB]

   ...and the action alleged to be victimisation of that person. [36] The interpretation of s 66(1)(a)(v) was also considered by the High Court in Fehling v Appleby.16 In that case, Mr Fehling alleged there had been victimisation of him under the Privacy Act 1993 and that, by reason of s 89 of the Privacy Act, the victimisation provisions under the HRA were engaged.17 That decision makes clear that the exercise of rights or the taking of actions must be under or by reference to the HRA...

2. About the Tribunal

   The Tribunal is an independent judicial body that hears claims relating to breaches of the: Human Rights Act 1993 Privacy Act 2020 Health and Disability Commissioner Act 1994 The Tribunal is administered by the Ministry of Justice and is completely separate from the Human Rights Commission, Privacy Commissioner, and Health and Disability Commissioner. The Chairperson and Deputy Chairpersons are appointed by the Governor-General on the recommendation of the Minister of Justice. Members of...

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3. Waters v Alpine Energy Ltd (Discovery No. 3) [2015] NZHRRT 13 [pdf, 67 KB]

   ...time that has elapsed since the communication was made or the information was compiled or prepared; and (g) the extent to which the information has already been disclosed to other persons; and (4) society’s interest in protecting the privacy of victims of offences and, in particular, victims of sexual offences. (5) The Judge may, in addition to the matters stated in subsection (3), have regard to any other matters that the Judge considers relevant. A Judge ma...

4. RB v CG LCRO 117/2013 (30 June 2014) [pdf, 56 KB]

   ...confidence in Ms CG and would never have gone back to her for advice, although she had not told Ms CG that. [8] As a consequence of Ms CG’s request of police, Ms RB registered her objection with NZLS saying Ms CG had breached her right to privacy. NZLS put that matter to Ms CG, obtained her response and dealt with it in the decision. [9] The Standards Committee considered the conduct, fees and privacy aspects of the complaint, the information the parties had provided, and dec...

5. Watson v Accident Compensation Corporation (Leave to appeal to the High Court) [2024] NZACC 110 (2 July 2024) [pdf, 276 KB]

   ...Claimants' Rights (the Code). The judgment does not record any references to this from the hearing, nor any of the flaws identified in the respondent's management of Ms Watson's claim. [c] The question was posed as to a breach of privacy regarding Ms Watson's personal injury information? The respondent had an obligation to ensure the information they collected from Ms Watson was only used to perform a function and duty of the Corporation. They also had an obl...

6. BS v KC & DC [2024] NZDT 489 (11 June 2024) [pdf, 243 KB]

   ...serve. Generally, in a suburban environment an adequate fence will be required to provide a physical boundary between neighbouring properties, identify and demarcate the boundary, comply with any relevant Council requirements, and provide reasonable privacy and a barrier for children and pets. Height of the fence 13. BS would like to build a 2m wooden post, railing and paling fence on the boundary. He says that 2m is required to provide reasonable privacy. He says he would like to g...

7. Child protection policy [pdf, 275 KB]

   ...services, including Rongoā Māori, plus Critical Incident support and Health and Wellbeing Guides, or staff can contact the Wellbeing Team directly. https://jet.justice.govt.nz/how-do-i/wellbeing/ Confidentiality and information sharing The Privacy Act 2020 and the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 allow for information to be shared when abuse or suspected abuse is reported or investigated. Under sections 15 and 16 of the Oranga Tamariki Act, anyone who believes that a child may be or...

8. Davis v Rogers (Final Non-Publication Orders) [2020] NZHRRT 31 [pdf, 150 KB]

   ...the proceedings have reached at the time the request is made. Three stages are recognised and for each a different approach is mandated when balancing the interests of the requester and those of the parties. The protection of confidentiality and privacy interests is similarly stipulated by r 12(c) and (d) as a mandatory relevant consideration: 12 Matters to be considered In determining a request for access under rule 11, the Judge must consider the nature of, and the reasons given...

9. Fisher v Foster (Strike-Out Application) [2019] NZHRRT 54 [pdf, 184 KB]

   1 IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS REVIEW TRIBUNAL [2019] NZHRRT 54 Reference No. HRRT 063/2015 UNDER THE PRIVACY ACT 1993 BETWEEN MARY FISHER PLAINTIFF AND DR ALISON FOSTER DEFENDANT AT AUCKLAND BEFORE: Ms MA Roche, Co-Chairperson Ms LJ Alaeinia JP, Member Dr JAG Fountain, Member REPRESENTATION: Ms M Fisher in person Mr AH Waalkens QC and Ms HC Stuart for defendant DATE OF HEARING: Heard on the papers DATE OF DECISION...

10. 15 May 2020 Summary of Justice Budget Initiatives for Stakeholders [pdf, 260 KB]

    ...Negotiations $15m in 2019/20 This initiative will enable the Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations to provide Crown contributions to support the delivery of redress arrangements in specific circumstances. 10 Human Rights Privacy Commissioner - an effective modern privacy regulator in New Zealand and internationally $4.812m over 4 years This investment will strengthen the Privacy Commission to achieve better privacy and data protection for New Zealanders. T...