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A woman was a regular customer of a bar and restaurant in a small town. She complained that the bar manager had disclosed information about her to her employer.
A contractor filed proceedings in the High Court against a publishing company. He claimed that an affidavit sworn on behalf of the respondent was falsified.
A man was returning after an overseas trip. He and his family were stopped and they were all searched. This caused them inconvenience and embarrassment.
The Ministry of Social Development had received an allegation that, if correct, would have an impact on a woman's benefit. She requested access to details.
A man was in New Zealand on a student permit. The Department of Corrections contacted Immigration New Zealand, disclosing details of charges laid against him.