http://privacy.org.nz/statements-media-releases/ http://privacy.org.nz/people-care-about-privacy-on-social-networking-sites-survey-by-international-privacy-commissioners-media-release/ A recent online survey conducted by the Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) forum has revealed that - contrary to popular assumptions - people do care about their privacy on social networking sites. Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:10:10 +1300 http://privacy.org.nz/people-care-about-privacy-on-social-networking-sites-survey-by-international-privacy-commissioners-media-release/ http://privacy.org.nz/privacy-commissioner-s-annual-report-2011-media-release/ 21 November 2011 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:33:03 +1300 http://privacy.org.nz/privacy-commissioner-s-annual-report-2011-media-release/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-consumer-rights-important-in-big-credit-reporting-shake-up-statement-of-consumer-rights-in-four-languages/ In announcing major changes to credit reporting law, Privacy Commissioner, Marie Shroff, highlighted the need for further public education about the rights New Zealanders have when seeking credit. A new Summary of Rights released by her Office is aimed at helping consumers understand this complicated process. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:44:42 +1300 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-consumer-rights-important-in-big-credit-reporting-shake-up-statement-of-consumer-rights-in-four-languages/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-major-changes-to-credit-reporting-announced/ 5 October 2011 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 09:44:16 +1300 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-major-changes-to-credit-reporting-announced/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-seniors-at-risk-in-digital-age/ "It's estimated about 133,000 New Zealanders a year could be victims of identity fraud[1]. With increased use of digital technology, it's easier for criminals to steal your information," said Privacy Commissioner Marie Shroff. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:53:05 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-seniors-at-risk-in-digital-age/ http://privacy.org.nz/privacy-commissioner-statement-on-nia-glassie-case/ 25 August 2011 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:17:35 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/privacy-commissioner-statement-on-nia-glassie-case/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-law-commission-s-package-of-privacy-reforms-would-build-trust-and-certainty/ 2 August 2011 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:23:19 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-law-commission-s-package-of-privacy-reforms-would-build-trust-and-certainty/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-privacy-reforms-streamline-protections-for-individual-new-zealanders/ 2 August 2011 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 11:11:36 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-privacy-reforms-streamline-protections-for-individual-new-zealanders/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-summary-of-law-commission-recommendations/ 2 August 2011The Law Commission has released its fourth and final report in its 4-year Review of Privacy. This extensive report has over 100 recommendations for change. Reports on the other three stages of the review have also been released and include recommendations. Some of the notable recommendations from the Privacy Review are outlined below: - Mon, 01 Aug 2011 14:23:45 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-summary-of-law-commission-recommendations/ http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-greater-certainty-for-future-focused-business-out-of-privacy-review/ 2 August 2011 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:11:34 +1200 http://privacy.org.nz/media-release-greater-certainty-for-future-focused-business-out-of-privacy-review/