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PageProvisions for employees of NZSIS, GCSB and those assisting them.Why did we need new legislation?
PageLegislation passed in 2013 included a requirement for periodic reviews of the intelligence and security agencies. This page discusses that legislation.Defining national security
PageThe protection of New Zealand’s national security is one of 3 core objectives of our security and intelligence agencies. But what exactly is ‘national security’?Bringing the agencies further into the public service
PageInformation about New Zealand's public sector intelligence agenciesPowers and warrants
PageIntelligence agencies have capabilities that are intrusive and can impact on an individual’s privacy and human rights.Activities allowed under intelligence warrants
PageWhile the Act provides for a single authorisation regime for the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB), different powers are available to each agency under the Act.Protections for New Zealanders
PageThis page explains the new authorisation regime for warrants.Strengthening oversight of NZSIS and GCSB
PageEnsuring the agencies operate legally and properly and are held to account.Whistleblowing and protecting classified information
PageThis page discusses protected disclosures and offences for unauthorised disclosures.Cover and immunities
PageNew Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) employees need to have the ability to acquire, use and maintain any identity information necessary to maintain the covert nature of their…Sharing information
PageIn order to support New Zealand’s national security, the Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) andNew Zealand Security Intelligence Service(NZSIS) need to access information held by public and private sector organisations and…Domestic information sharing
PageImproving information sharing between NZSIS and GCSB and others.Arrangements with foreign partners
PageThe sharing of information, technology and expertise with other countries.The National Assessments Bureau
PageThe National Assessments Bureau is New Zealand's lead agency for intelligence assessment.Case studies
PageIn this section are some examples of how the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) and Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) have used intelligence to keep New Zealand safe from espionage, terrorist activity, and…Counter-terrorism: the role of GCSB and NZSIS
PageCounter-terrorism is an important part of the work of the New Zealand Intelligence Community.Investigating a suspected terrorist
PageThis is a declassified case study on how the New Zealand Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) conducts a security intelligence investigation.Counter-espionage
PageEspionage is the attempt to obtain secret or confidential information by covert means.Cyber security in action
PageThe internet has enriched the lives of New Zealanders but it has also increased our vulnerability. People with malicious intent now target New Zealand from afar through the same communications infrastructure that New Zealanders, government and business…Resources
PageCabinet papers, and the Regulatory Impact Statement, for the Intelligence and Security Act 2017.