Investigations

Each matter below is identified according to the nature of Justice Watch New Zealand's engagement, including Advocacy, Investigation, Criminal Investigation, or Submission. Matters are listed in alphabetical order. Justice Watch New Zealand maintains a [14-Day Public Update Chronology](/chronology/) for active matters of public concern.

• Advocacy

  Arbitrary Data Collection

  Examination of state practices relating to the collection and use of personal data without adequate lawful basis.

  Status: Active — under review
• Advocacy

  Arbitrary Drug Testing

  Examination of state-mandated drug testing regimes and their consistency with protected rights.

  Status: Active — under review
• Assistance

  Barry Young Defence

  Assistance provided in relation to the defence of Barry Young.

  Status: Active — under review
• Criminal Investigation

  COVID-19 Vaccine Induced Serious Harm and Death

  Structured examination of evidence relating to serious harm and death associated with COVID-19 vaccination in New Zealand.

  Status: Active — under review
• Investigation

  GCSB Overreach

  Examination of the Government Communications Security Bureau's exercise of surveillance and intelligence-gathering powers.

  Status: Active — under review
• Advocacy

  Local Government Rating

  Examination of compounding local government rates increases and their impact on the rights and economic security of ratepayers.

  Status: Active — under review
• Submission

  Northland Regional Council

  Submission to Northland Regional Council on matters of public concern.

  Status: Active — under review
• Submission

  Royal Commission Inquiry Phase 2

  Submission to the Royal Commission of Inquiry into COVID-19 Lessons Learned, Phase 2.

  Status: Active — under review
• Investigation

  Steven Cranston Death and Police Conduct

  Examination of the circumstances surrounding the death of Steven Cranston and related police conduct.

  Status: Active — under review