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Labour Party's information breach
A security lapse may have exposed secret Labour Party emails, member data and other information.

Warning: iPhones can spy on you
New Zealanders are being warned smartphones, including iPhones and Android handsets, could be secretly tracking their every move.

Want to keep tabs on your errant spouse? There's an app for that ...
Apple iPhones and iPads are making it possible for jealous spouses and private detectives to track their users' every move after discovering the gadgets secretly track their owners' whereabouts.

Govt agencies could save $236m a year - Treasury
Govt departments and agencies could save $236m a year in efficiencies on backroom administrative and support service, a Treasury report released today says.

No Google honeymoon for Larry Page
As Larry Page's ascension to the chief executive post this week marks a coming of age for him, Google itself is also coming of age in another way.

Juror privacy to be tightened
Legislation that will enhance the privacy, safety and security of jurors was introduced to Parliament today. The move comes after a convicted murderer wrote to a juror whose name he saw on a jury panel list.

Tighter border security at airports
Tighter border security controls are on the way for Kiwi travellers after Immigration New Zealand signed an agreement with Canada. Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman says it will mean faster processing times for genuine travellers.

Concerns over phone monitoring programme
A civil liberties spokesman is "very worried" at a new product which lets parents monitor their child's mobile phone use on the internet.