Voice of Islam. Comments about the Bible compared to the Qur’an. Not upheld (discrimination and denigration).
All Decisions
The Radio Network's Overnight Talk Show. Host commented on remarks made by Fox News commentator on The View relating to proposed mosque at Ground Zero. Not upheld (law and order, controversial issues, accuracy and fairness).
Breakfast. Host made comments, “Get your girls out” and “Gonorrhoea anyone?” Not upheld (good taste and decency).
One News Tonight. Item stated that 10 people in 2010 had died “as a result of patrol car pursuits”. Not upheld (accuracy, fairness).
Close Up. Interviewee launching brand of natural cosmetics made statements about the chemicals contained in standard cosmetics. Not upheld (controversial issues).
Breakfast. Host commented with reference to ACT MP David Garrett, “He is a complete waster. He’s wasting our money, he’s wasting our time”. Not upheld (good taste and decency, controversial issues, accuracy and fairness).
TVWorks programme Balls of Steel. Skit called “Meet the Fuckers” showed couple simulating sexual intercourse in public places. Not upheld (good taste and decency).
Close Up. Item on New Zealand protestor’s decision to travel to Gaza with his son as part of a humanitarian aid flotilla. Not upheld (controversial issues, accuracy, fairness, responsible programming).
One News and 3 News. Items on New Zealand Film and Television Awards. Authority declined jurisdiction to accept the complaints.
One News. Item on education programme established to prevent youth suicide and self harm included footage of students. Not upheld (privacy).