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  • Latest OIA, LGOIMA data released

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    Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier today released his latest Official Information Act (OIA) and Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) data[1].

  • Ombudsman releases access to government information survey

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    The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says too many New Zealanders are still unaware of their rights to request information from Ministers, government agencies, and councils despite a growing thirst for information by the public.

  • Latest OIA, LGOIMA data released

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    Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has released the latest Official Information Act (OIA) and Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act (LGOIMA) data[1].

  • Hawke’s Bay prisoners’ conditions and treatment improving

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    The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says Hawke’s Bay Regional Prison has made significant progress towards improving prisoners’ safety but has been slow to improve conditions for remand and at risk prisoners.

  • Chief Ombudsman releases Final Opinion on second seclusion complaint

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    Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has today released his Final Opinion on a complaint about seclusion of a child at Miramar Central School.

  • Chief Ombudsman releases Final Opinion on coalition negotiation document

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    Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has released his Final Opinion on Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's decision to refuse the release of a document relating to coalition negotiations.

  • Chief Ombudsman says Horowhenua District Council to remain in spotlight

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    The Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has issued a media statement on his preliminary enquiries into Horowhenua District Council's email blocking practices.

  • PrivacyLive lunchtime forum

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    A lively panel discussion on Right to Know Day, Thursday 28 September, will highlight New Zealanders' rights to access government information and personal information about themselves.

  • New Zealand and Australia unite for Right to Know

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    Right to Know Day on 28 September highlights your right to access personal and official information.