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this was done through a vtnz customer service representative who had access to the vtnz database .
the leadership team have responsibility for all aspects of vtnz and are guided strategically by the vtnz board .
vtnz general manager of operations greg o' connor said the company fully investigated, and the employee no longer worked for vtnz .
vtnz has been keeping you and your vehicle safe and on the road since 1994 .
“my vtnz inspector was incredibly helpful, and helped me with not only the purchase of a new battery but also with the installation. he even gave me some helpful advice for my old car. love you vtnz! ” – joshua, customer of vtnz takanini
we don’t want to brag, but there are some pretty good benefits to working for vtnz .
the gang, through its vtnz source, then discovered the name and address of the complainant .
a vtnz spokesperson said the company had worked closely with a police investigation after the breach was detected .
as the largest provider of vehicle safety assessments in new zealand, vtnz is all about making sure you’re road ready. vtnz is powered by dekra, the world leaders in safety in more than 50 countries .
at vtnz we think it is important to recognise our people, their achievements and the hard work they do to make our company great every day. hear what some of them have to say about life at vtnz .
police said they investigated all parties involved in the vtnz breach and no charges were laid .
this is an internal matter for vtnz and it would be inappropriate for police to comment any further ,
a police spokeswoman said .
as the majority shareholder, dekra will finally be able to allow vtnz to realise its potential. rather than pussyfooting around the edges, vtnz will now have the ability (and the encouragement) to go hard on broader vehicle services .
edwards said he would be asking vtnz for details of the incident, and for an explanation of its security protocols .
however, privacy commissioner john edwards said he was very concerned about justice palmer' s findings. edwards said he will be asking vtnz for more details, and for an explanation of the security processes and procedures in place at vtnz .
last saturday i shot down to the local vtnz station to get a new warrant of fitness for my apparently unsellable moto guzzi .
vtnz have an enviable reputation for being uncompromising on vehicle standards, and a substantial network of 84 vehicle inspection workshops around the country .
we’re always on the lookout for great people to join our team. take a look at the key roles we recruit for at vtnz .
beginning as a state owned enterprise in 1994, vtnz is now a privately owned organisation. here are the key moments in our history .
no charges were laid against the vtnz employee following a police investigation into the incident which was linked to the kidnapping of auckland woman jindarat prutsiriporn .
vtnz – keeping you and your vehicle safe and on the road since 1994. find out what we do, who we are and what we believe in .
the pact: at vtnz, through loyalty and our can - do, will - do attitude, everyone will feel valued and we will delight each customer .
the mta has throttled back the range of commercial activities vtnz can undertake, because it doesn' t want its main investment asset competing with the activities of its members .
not only is this good for the broader economy in terms of jobs and growth, it' s also potentially a great opportunity for dekra. the $ 36m just paid for its majority share of vtnz values the whole company at $ 60m. no information has been released about earnings, but we know last year vtnz enjoyed revenues of $ 88m .
head hunters gang members obtained details about someone who had reported them the police by getting a vehicle testing new zealand employee to look through the vtnz database (file photo) .
no longer restricted by the mta, you can expect a dekra - owned vtnz to start offering a wider range of services immediately, including car servicing, car management and emissions analysis .
there' s a very good chance that the newly liberated vtnz will be able to deliver much improved earnings, quite possibly past 10 per cent, lifting the value of the asset .
he said the integrity of vtnz' s system was vital and security protocols were in place, but it was not possible to stop all breaches, especially where an employee went
out of their way to act fraudulently
.
vtnz has been wholly owned by the motor trade association (mta) since it bought it from the government back in 1999. the mta is basically the member organisation and lobby group of used car dealers, mechanics and garages. and therein lies the rub .
visit any one of our branches with your vtnz assessment sheet for a free re - check once your mechanic has repaired your vehicle and we’ll check the repairs and issue your warrant for free. this needs to be done within 28 days of your initial wof assessment .
vtnz, i claimed, didn' t have the right owner. little did i realise this was about to change. last week it was announced that the mta had done a deal to sell 60 per cent of vtnz to the world' s largest inspection provider, german company dekra, for $ 36 million. many saw this as a kneejerk response to the new regulatory environment, where wofs will be issued for twice as long and the commercial vehicle cof (certificate of fitness) market will be opened up to new entrants .
pop into your local branch. our nationwide network of trained automotive technicians will get your vehicle sorted. from wofs, cofs, regos and simple replacements, to basic servicing, driver licensing and once - overs before you buy. you’ll be surprised at all the things you can get done at vtnz .
she also sweetly, but with an impressive efficiency, was focused on acquiring the email addresses of her customers so that vtnz could give them warning when their documentation was about to expire. on the one hand a genuinely useful thing to know - on the other hand a stunningly effective channel through which to undertake electronic direct mail .
the question is, will the additional income vtnz makes from its unshackled market remit more than compensate for any decrease in wof and cof income? if dekra chooses to take up the option to buy the remaining 40 per cent for $ 24m in three years' time then it' s fair to assume the answer is yes .
at vtnz we want to get you back on the road as soon as possible. to help give your car the best possible chance of passing, take a look at our ‘improve your chances of passing a wof’ video. we’ll show you a few tips and tricks to help you get your car through its wof and back on the road .
in this case the effulgent young lady behind the counter was offering each wof or registration customer the ability to also get a vehicle check - up. for just an extra $ 20, vtnz will perform 14 under - the - hood checks to see if anything' s going to bite you on the bum, the sort of risk that can be mitigated with a little preventative maintenance .
if you think vtnz has given itself a pretty good makeover in terms of retail efficiency, you' d be right. however, the motivation for such a market - facing makeover hasn' t just come from without; it came from within as well. not only is it competing with the market, but it also has shareholder - imposed constraints on the services it can provide .
next time you’re in, why not combine your wof with a vtnz basic service * all for just $ 89. it’s the perfect way to make sure your car is road legal and road ready. we’ll cover the basic car maintenance that you might not have time for, to improve the life, efficiency and safety of your vehicle. it’s great value and could save you big time on repair bills down the track. * oil and filter change not included .
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it' s often forgotten that a private seller is required to provide a wof no more than 30 days old unless a vehicle is advertised for sale
as is, where is
, where effectively the buyer takes on the risk .
six months ago i penned a column on this, noting how matching the right owners with the right assets was crucial in order to maximise economic benefits for the country .
the implication here was that mta was well shot of the asset, and perhaps dekra was a mug to buy it. in fact, the crafty germans are probably on to a good thing - and the key is in the majority shareholding .
you couldn' t ask for a better infrastructure base from which to offer an expanded range of vehicle servicing .
if we assume it delivers earnings before tax of 8. 5 per cent ($ 7. 48m), this would mean mta sold the business for around eight times its earnings .
meanwhile, the fact that dekra didn' t acquire 100 per cent up front suggests it was shrewd enough not to sign up to an
as is, where is
deal. mike
mod
o' donnell is a professional director and ecommerce manager. his twitter tag is @ modsta and he' s failed more than his fair share of wofs .
we have plenty of opportunities in this region for customer service representatives, automotive technicians, and assistant managers .
if you are interested and would like to know more, get in touch with sara butterfield (04 495 2349) or email recruitment @ urltoken directly with your cv .
getting your licence is exciting but can also be very nerve - wracking. we want to make it as straightforward as possible for you to get all the information needed to successfully complete your tests – whatever your vehicle of choice .
find out about the three stages to getting your car licence – learner, restricted and full. it' s good to understand the whole process, so you can be well prepared for each stage. to become a fully - licensed driver, you will need to complete all three stages .
whether you’ve been driving a car for years or this is your first licence of any kind, getting your motorcycle licence is an exciting step. we’ve got the ‘need to knows’ covered so you’ll be prepared for your test. a motorcycle licence allows you to ride motorcycles and all - terrain vehicles (atvs) on new zealand’s roads. there are three stages involved in getting your motorcycle licence .
you’ll need a heavy vehicle licence if you plan to drive a vehicle heavier than 6, 000kg. there are different classes of licence depending on the type of vehicle you want to drive. there are two stages to getting your heavy vehicle licence .
a warrant of fitness (wof) assessment gives you more than just a wof sticker for your vehicle. as well as ensuring you are legally compliant, it is a regular check to ensure your vehicle is safe to drive on the road .
most privately owned vehicles need a regular wof. this includes cars, utes, trailers, motorbikes, caravans and small trucks. if your vehicle is for personal use, is under 3, 500kg, and you intend to drive on the road, this is the assessment you need. if you have a large vehicle, like a campervan or horse truck, and it’s over 3, 500kg, you will need a certificate of fitness (cof) instead .
lights check all of your lights work. check the indicators, park lights, brake lights, and headlights – both dipped and high beams. get a friend to help you or park your vehicle next to a window so you can see the reflection of the lights. got a blown bulb? bring your car in. we can replace most light bulbs on the spot .
wipers check your windscreen wipers are in good order. does your windscreen washer deliver water onto the windscreen with each sweep without patches or smudging? if they need replacing we can sort that for you during your assessment .
tyre pressure and tread pumped up tyres make it easier to grip the road and because they make your car more efficient, so it saves you on fuel. always check the recommended pressure readings for your car before you pump your tyres. you can also make sure your tyre is not bald by checking the tyre tread depth indicators. we can help here too. ask our staff about our wof + basic service combo .
oil not enough oil can cause increased wear to your vehicle’s engine or cause it to seize up. use the dipstick to assess how much oil you have. if the oil doesn’t reach the indicator mark on the dipstick, you need more oil. we can fill up your oil at the branch while you’re here - just let us know when you arrive .
seats and seatbelts before you arrive, check all the seatbelts are accessible for assessment, and have no tears or rips. and removing child safety seats and making sure any back seats are up will save you time .
car boot make sure your car boot is empty. this enables us to easily check the spare wheel so you spend less time at the branch .
pets it' s best to leave pets at home if you can. alternatively, take them for a walk while we carry out your assessment .
no need to book. just drop in when it’s convenient for you. most branches are open weekends, but saturdays are our busiest time, particularly between 10am and 12 noon. our quietest times are usually weekdays from 9am to 10am and 2pm to 3pm .
simply drive in and follow the lane markings. park your car, take your keys and take note of your licence plate number. walk in to reception and let us know you’ve arrived. when we’re busy, it really helps if you go back to your vehicle to move it up the lane queue until you get to the lane entrance .
while our automotive technicians are assessing your vehicle, you’re welcome to come in for a coffee, tea or water and read a magazine. kids are welcome too. or you can leave your vehicle with us and pop back later. just let our friendly staff at reception know .
talk to our staff about our weekday drop and go service. you can arrange to drop your car off at your local branch and leave it with us for a full or half day. we’ll give you a call when everything’s finished and ready to go. if possible, we can also give you a free courtesy ride to a nearby location like home or work .
if it’s something small we can usually replace it on the spot. our trained automotive technicians can replace most types of wipers, bulbs, and batteries. they can also adjust your headlights and top up the water, oil, and clutch and brake fluid .
if something larger needs fixing, our automotive technicians will explain exactly what needs to be repaired and write clear notes you can give to your mechanic or garage, so you can save on repair bills .
if you don’t have a preferred repairer, you can find contact details for local mechanics in our branches or ask our staff for some local options. also mta has a register of quality assured mechanics online you can check out .
the frequency of wof inspections is based on the age of your vehicle. check the table below to see how often your vehicle needs to be checked .
closed public holidays. saturdays are our busiest time, particularly between 10am and 12 noon. our quietest time is usually weekdays from 9am to 10am and 2pm to 3pm .
while our automotive technicians are assessing your vehicle, you’re welcome to come in for a coffee, tea or water and read a magazine. kids are welcome too .
drop your car in the queue and pop back later, just let our friendly staff at reception know .
you can arrange with your local branch to drop your car off and leave it with us for a full or half day. we’ll give you a call when everything is finished and ready to go. if possible, we will give you a free courtesy ride to a nearby location like home or work .
the privacy commissioner is investigating after a vehicle testing new zealand employee gave personal details about a motorist to the head hunters .
the employee ran the motorist' s licence plate through a database to obtain their address, which was passed on to the gang .
justice matthew palmer mentioned the incident on monday at the sentencing of six men over the kidnapping and manslaughter of auckland woman jindarat prutsiriporn .
justice palmer noted that in an earlier attempt to kidnap prutsiriporn, the group had been able to get the details of a passing motorist who reported them to police for behaving suspiciously outside her home .
privacy commissioner john edwards said he was
very concerned
about the breach .
the employee who gave out details to the head hunters had resigned before a disciplinary process could be completed .
this was a deliberate and conscious breach of the system by someone who knows how it works, and whose job as a customer service representative involved regularly accessing customer information – in this case their home address ,
the spokesperson said .
everyone in the organisation feels disappointed and let down by the incident and we have reviewed our policies and processes since then .
since the incident, we have also increased audit and procedural controls .
prutsiriporn died when she fell, bound and gagged, from the boot of a moving car in papatoetoe, south auckland in 2016 .
auckland man seng lek liev had engaged a group within the head hunters, known as the
ghost unit ,
to kidnap her .
liev had had a falling out with prutsiriporn – a drug dealer of thai descent – but reasons for the kidnapping remain unclear .
police called the death an example of the havoc created by the head hunters .
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it has emerged that the ghost unit had a source working at vehicle testing new zealand who provided them with personal information. photo / supplied
the privacy commissioner is asking vehicle testing new zealand for an explanation after it emerged an employee leaked personal information to a notorious unit of the head hunters gang .
the worker had provided the police informant' s name and address to the head hunters' ghost unit after they attempted to kidnap the 50 - year - old thai woman last year .
the link was made yesterday when justice matthew palmer sentenced six men in relation to prutsiriporn' s kidnapping and death .
the ghost unit, which was hired by cambodian man seng lek liev to carry out the kidnapping, first tried to snatch prutsiriporn on february 15, 2016 .
however, they were spooked when a member of the public told police about a suspicious - looking group waiting outside prutsiriporn' s waterview home .
a captain in the head hunters was later able to obtain the name and address of the passerby who called, through a source in vehicle testing new zealand, from the licence plate of the car in which he passed by ,
he said .
jindarat prutsiriporn, 50, died after falling from a car boot in march last year. photo / supplied
prutsiriporn was kidnapped during a second attempt on february 29, 2016 when she was lured into a ute under the guise of a drug deal .
she was then tied up, gagged, and held at several auckland locations by the gang for the next 22 hours .
on march 1 at about 5pm she made a desperate escape from her captors by using a chef' s steel to open the boot of the car she was being kept in while it was at a set of traffic lights on huia rd, papatoetoe .
motorists found her barely breathing and foaming at the mouth with ties around her neck, waist and ankles .
prutsiriporn, a mother of three and known as nui, had been involved in the criminal drugs world.
vehicle testing new zealand limited ( vtnz ) is a company based in wellington , new zealand that carries out government-mandated warrant of fitness and other inspections of motor vehicles . it is the largest vehicle inspection company in new zealand . vtnz was founded in 1994 as vehicle testing new zealand and was a new zealand state-owned enterprise . in 1999 , it was privatised and sold to the motor transport association ( mta ) for nzd$ 19.2 million . in 2004 , the company rebranded itself as vtnz and purchased its principal competitor on road new zealand . in 2011 , vtnz had over 85 vehicle testing stations across new zealand and employed nearly 1000 people . some stations also act as government agents in processing driver licence and vehicle registration applications . in 2010 , vtnz also entered new zealand 's roadside assistance market . in 2013 , mta announced that german based company dekra would purchase 60 percent of vtnz for nzd$ 36 million . following the purchase , vtnz began offering a wider range of services including vehicle servicing . in 2014 , vtnz took over practical driver testing in new zealand . vtnz has been a three time winner of the ibm kenexa best workplaces award for enterprise category ( 2014-2016 ) . 
vehicle testing new zealand limited (vtnz) is a company based in wellington, new zealand that carries out government-mandated warrant of fitness and other inspections of motor vehicles. it is the largest vehicle inspection company in new zealand. vtnz was founded in 1994 as vehicle testing new zealand and was a new zealand state-owned enterprise. in 1999, it was privatised and sold to the motor transport association (mta) for nzd$ 19.2 million. in 2004, the company rebranded itself as vtnz and purchased its principal competitor on road new zealand. in 2011, vtnz had over 85 vehicle testing stations across new zealand and employed nearly 1000 people. some stations also act as government agents in processing driver licence and vehicle registration applications. in 2010, vtnz also entered new zealand's roadside assistance market. in 2013, mta announced that german based company dekra would purchase 60 percent of vtnz for nzd$ 36 million. following the purchase, vtnz began offering a wider range of services including vehicle servicing. in 2014, vtnz took over practical driver testing in new zealand. vtnz has been a three time winner of the ibm kenexa best workplaces award for enterprise category (2014-2016).
vehicle testing new zealand limited (vtnz) is a company based in wellington, new zealand that carries out government-mandated warrant of fitness and other inspections of motor vehicles. it is the largest vehicle inspection company in new zealand. vtnz was founded in 1994 as vehicle testing new zealand and was a new zealand state-owned enterprise. in 1999, it was privatised and sold to the motor transport association (mta) for nzd$ 19.2 million. in 2004, the company rebranded itself as vtnz and purchased its principal competitor on road new zealand. in 2011, vtnz had over 85 vehicle testing stations across new zealand and employed nearly 1000 people. some stations also act as government agents in processing driver licence and vehicle registration applications. in 2010, vtnz also entered new zealand's roadside assistance market. in 2013, mta announced that german based company dekra would purchase 60 percent of vtnz for nzd$ 36 million. following the purchase, vtnz began offering a wider range of services including vehicle servicing. in 2014, vtnz took over practical driver testing in new zealand. vtnz has been a three time winner of the ibm kenexa best workplaces award for enterprise category (2014-2016).