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Electoral Commission, BSA, ASA And NZ Media Council Release Consumer Guide To Election Complaints
Tuesday, 4 July 2023, 11:32 am | Advertising Standards Authority
In the lead up to the 14 October 2023 General Election, public are reminded of the free complaints process available to support a fair and democratic election. The Electoral Commission, Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA), Advertising Standards ... More >>
Advertising Standards Authority Annual Report
Monday, 29 May 2023, 3:37 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today released its 2022 Annual Report. The report outlines the ASA’s priorities and provides a snapshot of key complaints statistics. The ASA received 843 complaints about 345 advertisements in 2022, with ... More >>
ASA Releases 2022 Advertising Turnover
Thursday, 23 March 2023, 12:14 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today reported that advertising revenue across main media was $3.389 billion dollars for the 12 months ended 31 December 2022. The data in the turnover report is from television, newspapers, magazines, ... More >>
Advertising Standards Authority Annual Report
Wednesday, 18 May 2022, 11:25 am | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today released its 2021 Annual Report . This report outlines the self-regulatory action undertaken by the ASA and provides a snapshot of key areas of work. The ASA handled 1245 complaints about 570 advertisements ... More >>
ASA Releases 2021 Advertising Turnover
Monday, 11 April 2022, 12:34 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today reported that advertising revenue across main media was $3.199 billion dollars for the 12 months ended 31 December 2021. The data in the turnover report is from television, newspapers, magazines, ... More >>
ASA Releases New Financial Advertising Code
Wednesday, 17 November 2021, 9:55 am | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has adopted a new Financial Advertising Code following a routine review. The new Code replaces the Code for Financial Advertising and will be effective from 1 March 2022 for new financial advertising, and 1 June ... More >>
Consultation on the new draft Financial Advertising Code
Tuesday, 31 August 2021, 10:31 am | Advertising Standards Authority
As part of its regular code review process, the ASA is inviting comment on its new draft Financial Advertising Code. Advertisers, agencies and media companies will be required to follow this code when it replaces the current Code for Financial Advertising ... More >>
ASA releases new “Report an Influencer Ad Identification Breach” process
Wednesday, 25 August 2021, 4:06 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today released a new reporting process for influencer ad identification breaches . Advertising content must be clearly identified, regardless of where it might be seen. This includes ad content posted by influencers. ... More >>
New Alcohol Advertising And Promotion Code Comes Into Full Effect On 1 July
Monday, 21 June 2021, 1:46 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
On 1 July 2021, the new Alcohol Advertising and Promotion Code will come into full effect. Advertisers are reminded that all alcohol advertising and promotion will be required to comply. The new Code replaces the prior Code for Advertising and Promotion ... More >>
ASA Calls For Submissions On The Review Of Its Code For Financial Advertising
Monday, 24 May 2021, 10:27 am | Advertising Standards Authority
New Zealanders are being invited to offer their views on the current Code for Financial Advertising that the advertising industry are required to follow. The ASA Codes Committee invites consumers, the financial sector, the advertising industry, media, and other ... More >>
ASA Releases 2020 Advertising Turnover
Wednesday, 31 March 2021, 1:12 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today reported that advertising revenue across main media was $2.449 billion dollars for the 12 months ended 31 December 2020. The data in the turnover report is from television, newspapers, interactive ... More >>
Pedigree TV Ad Withdrawn Following Complaints
Friday, 15 January 2021, 12:15 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The television advertisement for Pedigree Parenting, a pet adoption initiative, shows a man and woman speaking at a children's playground. When asked which child is hers, the woman replies saying she is not sure where he is and that he was playing ... More >>
ASA Releases New Alcohol Advertising And Promotion Code
Wednesday, 16 December 2020, 10:10 am | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today announced it has adopted a new Alcohol Advertising and Promotion Code (the Code) following a scheduled review of the existing Code for Advertising and Promotion of Alcohol completed by the ASA Codes ... More >>
Updated Guide To Election And Referenda Advertising
Tuesday, 18 August 2020, 1:16 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Guide on Election and Referenda Advertising has been updated to reflect the new date for the New Zealand 2020 General Election. This Guide has been compiled to help candidates, political parties, advocacy groups, consumers and the advertising ... More >>
Gambling Ad Breached Code With Use Of Language Associated With Addiction
Monday, 27 July 2020, 3:09 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The TAB advertisements were two separate emails promoting various gambling options. Advertisement 1 was an email titled "Weekend Highlights" and promoted different sports and betting options available in the coming week. The Greyhound section of ... More >>
ASA Releases 2019 Advertising Turnover
Wednesday, 20 May 2020, 12:15 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today reported that advertising revenue across all main media was 2.767 billion dollars for the 12 months ended 31 December 2019. Amended total for 2018 The ASA has also updated the 2018 total following ... More >>
Therapeutic Claims Must Be Substantiated
Tuesday, 7 April 2020, 3:06 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The Brand Developers television advertisement for Power fit–Power Legs shows images of varicose veins and other leg problems including restless legs and poor circulation. It suggests the Power Legs product can “make these frustrating embarrassing persistent ... More >>
Advocacy Ad For ACT Party Didn’t Breach Code
Friday, 20 March 2020, 11:28 am | Advertising Standards Authority
The ACT New Zealand Facebook advertisement stated “ Labour wants to control what you say .” The supporting text said “ Support ACT’s campaign for freedom of speech ”. The advertisement also contained an authorisation statement. The Complainant ... More >>
Alcohol Ads Promoted Irresponsible Drinking
Wednesday, 18 December 2019, 9:48 am | Advertising Standards Authority
A complaint was made about four posts on the National Brands Nitro Facebook page. The advertisements used bright cartoon characters to promote alcoholic drinks Nitro Redline and Nitro Twisted Apple. More >>
New Decisions: Competitor Complaint, Vaping Claims
Tuesday, 5 November 2019, 2:19 pm | Advertising Standards Authority
The following decisions have been released to the ASA website: • Complaint 19/206 Appeal 19/007 5G Free New Zealand , Print, Not Upheld, Appeal Allowed • Complaint 19/247 AWAP 19/002 John Appleton Associates , Out of Home, Digital Marketing and ... More >>
