KahuChief Ombudsman talks to cyclone-hit communitiesPeter Boshier's tour continues in Tāmaki Makaurau next week.27 Apr 07:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Unbelievably irresponsible': Assisted death doctors warned they may be publicly namedOne health practioner said it would "paint targets" on doctors' and nurses' backs.24 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSasha Borissenko: The Ghost of Information Past and a chance of redemptionOpinion: Will a move to more transparency be a gift to the legal profession?18 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPeter Boshier: Public sector must be OIA's stewardOPINION: Chief Ombudsman on 40th anniversary of our essential disclosure law.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMBIE acted ‘unreasonably’ over managed isolation allocation system - Chief OmbudsmanPeter Boshier had received hundreds of complaints.11 Dec 11:22 PM
New ZealandChief Ombudsman launches investigation into OIA delaysThe Ombudsman is concerned about ministerial interference as the election nears.05 Dec 06:39 AM
New ZealandWatchdog backs council's handling of 'poor behaviour'Councillor Chris Milne told the Herald there were 'a lot of holes in the process'.23 Sep 04:00 AM
New Zealand'Significant failure': School reprimanded for 'unreasonable' discipline decisionsThe school says it has since taken 'full responsibility' for issues the Ombudsman raised.13 Sep 04:24 AM
New ZealandAuckland clinic's use of restraints unacceptable says Chief OmbudsmanHe also found restraint training at the clinic did not align with human rights standards.01 Sep 05:03 AM
New ZealandChief Ombudsman to investigate councils closed door meetingsThe Chief Ombudsman said he feared councils were purposely excluding the public.04 Aug 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandVax pass OIA inquiry killed off - then brought back to lifeOmbudsman stops - then restarts - inquiry into vax pass details after Cabinet reshuffle.22 Jun 07:28 AM
PoliticsCovid response spawned 'huge number of complaints' to Ombudsman'Ministers who are anxious tend to hide things away.'22 Jun 04:30 AM
New ZealandMt Eden prison staff crisis: 102 vacancies, double-bunking to increase nationallyThere are 102 vacancies at Mt Eden prison, where some units now can't be staffed.03 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Why Julie Anne Genter's secret letter is not a storm in a teacupAfter all the secrecy, accusations, and headlines, Julie Anne Genter walks away on top.27 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandRevealed: Green MP's secret transport letter released in fullThree years after Genter sent the controversial note, the Herald can reveal what it says.27 May 12:48 AM
New ZealandThe streets have eyes worth millions - but does that make them safer?There are more than 10,000 CCTV cameras surveilling public outdoor spaces in New Zealand.28 Apr 10:06 PM
New ZealandThe teacher, the sexual proposition for money - and a 34-year wait for an apologyGlenn Marshall was 17 when teacher Pinky Green asked him to tie him naked to a chair.04 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDefence Force facing fresh cover-up claim over infamous NZSAS raidChief Ombudsman warns of serious concerns over missing information.24 Feb 12:48 AM
New ZealandWellington's Grand Mercure MIQ facility not fit for purpose - OmbudsmanConcerns have been raised over the lack of fresh air inside the hotel.25 Nov 09:13 PM
New ZealandIntellectually disabled man held in 'cruel and inhuman' conditions in Govt facility'I find it to be cruel and inhuman that you seclude someone in their own space.'28 Oct 03:54 AM
New ZealandOmbudsman launches inquiry into MIQ booking systemThe Ombudsman has launched an inquiry into the MIQ booking system.20 Oct 01:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInmate on prison Covid case: 'None of us want to die in here'Corrections says 'positive' case in prison - Ministry of Health says 'not confirmed'.01 Sep 07:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionKerre McIvorKerre McIvor: Don't like their rules? Don't choose the schoolOPINION: It infuriates me when parents complain about school rules they signed up to.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandExpulsion apology: Ombudsman says school board job 'horrendously difficult'Ombudsman sympathises with difficult school decisions but says boards must follow the law.05 Aug 03:45 AM
New ZealandSeclusion, drug errors at Whanganui mental health facilityChief Ombudsman's report lists 14 recommendations to Whanganui DHB.05 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandRest home complaints: Unexplained bruising, leg fractures, bad food and cockroachesClose to 100 rest home complaints have been fully or partially upheld since 2020.24 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBusinessman ditched by bank for being debt-free'A bank may decide to withdraw products and services for commercial reasons.'08 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics'Contrary to law' finding against Government ministerStern finding against minister for Official Information Act failings.08 Jul 03:11 AM
New ZealandLower Hutt mental health unit 'pretty degrading' - OmbudsmanSoiled carpets and walls covered in graffiti were found during an impromptu visit.08 Jun 10:25 PM
New Zealand'It is disappointing': Chief Ombudsman slams prison conditionsHis comments come after reports into unannounced inspections at two prisons.01 Jun 11:46 PM
New ZealandWhat's there to hide? Call to lift the lid on investigation into Wellington's mayorCouncillors make public interest case over code of conduct investigation findings.09 May 05:00 PM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellGeorgina Campbell: Secrecy over code of conduct complaints unacceptableThe council should be more transparent about the behaviour of elected members.07 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Distressing': Details of CEO's complaint against city councillor finally revealedThe Herald complained about the council's refusal to release information 16 months ago.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinistry of Education accused of 'stealing' Taihape farmLocals established the farm 30 years ago. Now it's in a landbank for Treaty settlements.14 Mar 09:42 PM
