The FISA Self-Assessment was launched in mid-October and is now open for market use. There has been good interest from the banking sector, and we thank peak bodies and regulators for their support in getting the word out.

The 2021-2022 Transparency International New Zealand (TINZ) Annual Report was provided to members at the Annual General Meeting on 29th November. TINZ has had a positive impact on integrity in New Zealand, as we applied strategic thinking and resources to influence change, for the common good.

TINZ submission to the Electoral Review consultation based on expert advice from John Hall, Ellie McKenzie, Brendon Wilson, Debbie Gee and Julie Haggie. It is further informed by our past research, integrity assessments and submissions.

An OIA by TINZ reveals that there is very little data available about the activities of trusts in New Zealand. This limited data highlights the need for more information about these arrangements to increase protection against criminals using New Zealand’s opacity to launder money and hide corruptly gained assets.

In a comparison with 10 other jurisdictions, the absence of independent oversight of, and personal gains from lobbying in New Zealand is glaring.

TINZ Financial Performance Report for 2021-2022 excerpted from the Annual Report

The imminent creation of an Australian anti-corruption agency causes us to ask the question whether there is a similar need in New Zealand

Recap of a short, sharp and focused seminar/webinar about cybercrime with real stories and examples the audience could relate to and understand.

A recommended short course to help slow the spread of harmful misinformation online and protect you friends and family.

TINZ was represented by Julie Haggie and Debbie Gee at the mid-point review of Transparency International’s Indo-Pacific Partnership for Strong, Transparent, Responsive and Open Networks for Good Governance 2020-2023 in Bali. Face-to-face collegiality, the opportunity to forge new relationships, rekindle existing ones, and build strong effective networks after years of being able to meet only online, were arguably the most valuable outcomes of all.

TINZ is now offering Corporate Memberships. These are for organisations committed to transparency and accountability.

Transparency International New Zealand (TINZ) will launch its FISA Online Self-Assessment today.FISA Self-Assessment is designed for financial organisations: Banks, finance service providers, KiwiSaver providers, credit unions, building societies, insurance companies and r elated financial institutions such as trust companies and fund managers.