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It all started with Queen Victoria

The European mainland's royalty are soon to descend on London for the party of the year. But who are they?

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.

Consumer watchdog: HRV joins 'don't call' list

Should parents monitor their children's phone calls and text messages?

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.

Britain: ID cards go up in flames as 'database state' dismantled

Phone ban in school changing rooms to stop 'sexting'

Some secondary schools are banning cellphones in changing rooms to try to stop students photographing and then texting images of their peers.

Telecom security breach probe continuing

<i>Kerre Woodham</i>: Baby film ban for the best

Doctor cleared of privacy breach

Fathers directed to keep out of the frame at birth

Fathers hoping to record the birth of their babies will have to rely on photographic memories now video cameras and mobile phones are increasingly being banned from maternity hospitals in the Australian state of Victoria.

Telecom's customer data open to ex staff

Former employees have questioned Telecom's security policies and one can still look up customer details despite having left his job.

Secrecy battle continues