The Ombudsman helps the community in its dealings with government agencies.
We handle complaints against government agencies and undertake investigations and inspections. We also encourage good administration by giving feedback and training to agencies. We will initiate our own investigations where we see the need.
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From the Newsroom
May 23, 2013
New Ombudsman opinion
The Ombudsman has released his opinion on the decision of a Council to issue a trespass notice banning a member of the public from Council premises. In this opinion, David McGee discusses his view of the Ombudsman's jurisdiction to review whether there has been a lawful exercise of power by a public authority. You can read the Ombudsman's opinion here.
May 17, 2013
Ombudsman's Statement of Intent 2013/16
The Office of the Ombudsman's Statement of Intent 2013-2016 has now been released and can be viewed here
May 9, 2013
United Nations completes its visit to New Zealand places of detention
The United Nations Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) has completed its first visit to New Zealand to explore the treatment of persons deprived of their liberty in various New Zealand facilities and the safeguards for their protection against torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment. More details about the visit and why the SPT was in New Zealand can be viewed here.
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