Harmful Digital Communications Act stories
Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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Netsafe's Annual Report reveals a sharp rise in online threats in New Zealand, urging urgent reforms to the Harmful Digital Communications Act.
Reports of cyberbullying flood new support service
Wed, 31st May 2017
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Netsafe receives over 900 online bullying complaints in six months, with misconceptions about their services arising.
Netsafe launches new service in fight against cyberbullying
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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Netsafe launches free service to tackle cyberbullying and online abuse in New Zealand. Over half of Kiwis worried about online safety.
Government looks for support agency following Harmful Communications passing
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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Government begins search for agency to help victims of cyberbullying under new law, says Justice Minister Amy Adams.
InternetNZ on Harmful Digital Communications Bill: education top priority
Wed, 1st Jul 2015
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InternetNZ welcomes Harmful Digital Communications Bill, emphasizes need for education to deal with challenges online.
Cyber bullying bill: Dark and sinister side to the internet
Mon, 29th Jun 2015
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Minister of Communications Amy Adams calls on Speaker of the House to prioritize Harmful Digital Communications Bill.
Cyber bullying bill edges closer despite concerns
Wed, 24th Jun 2015
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Changes to the controversial cyber bullying bill passed committee stage at Parliament yesterday, with all parties excluding ACT supporting it.