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Māori are more concerned about privacy in every way
A recent study of New Zealander’s attitudes to privacy shows higher levels of concern among Māori.
Privacy Week 2024
Privacy Week 2024 is all about busting privacy myths. This page will have more information added to it as events and collateral are scheduled.
How long is 72 hours?
During Privacy Week when we talked about notifying individuals about privacy breaches, we got asked a lot of questions about our guideline around 72 hours.
Privacy Week 2024: New survey reveals New Zealanders’ privacy concerns
A biennial privacy survey of New Zealanders was released today to mark the start of Privacy Week 2024.
Privacy Amendment Bill – have your say
Parliament is now seeking submissions before 11.59pm Friday, 14 June 2024 on the Privacy Amendment Bill.
Privacy Commissioner releases 2023 credit assurance reports
The Privacy Commissioner has released the annual compliance assurance reports submitted by the three national credit reporting companies for the 2022/2023 year.
New survey shows we all need to sharpen up about privacy risks for kids
Media statement: Concern about social media use was one of the three themes raised by experts and agencies working directly with children.
Kiwis asked to have their say on new draft rules for using biometrics
Media release: The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has developed draft rules for the use of biometric technologies and is now asking what people think.
Inquiry into Foodstuffs North island's FRT trial starts today
Media statement: Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster has today started his Inquiry into Foodstuffs North Island’s trial of facial recognition technology (FRT) in 25 of its supermarkets.
Privacy Commissioner's 2023 briefing to the incoming Minister of Justice
BIMs are produced following a general election or change in minister. They provide an introduction to OPCs portfolio and summarise key areas of policy and policy issues. They're an important framing document detailing our focus.