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Depiction of rainbow community not offensive or ‘illegal’, BSA finds

The BSA has not upheld a complaint that an episode of after-school TV show The Feed discussing issues faced by rainbow communities breached multiple standards.

Incorrectly classified wildlife programme exposed children to potential harm

A scene in a ‘G’-rated wildlife documentary, in which a female dolphin was pursued, trapped and mated with by a group of male dolphins, exposed children watching to potential harm,…

BSA updates complaints guidance ahead of General Election

The Broadcasting Standards Authority has issued new guidance on complaints relating to coverage of politicians ahead of this year’s General Election.

BSA issues new guidance on coverage of gender identity issues

The Broadcasting Standards Authority has issued new guidance for complainants and broadcasters in response to proliferating complaints about TV and radio coverage of gender identity issues.

BSA welcomes consultation on safer online services and media platforms

The Broadcasting Standards Authority welcomes today’s launch of the public discussion document, Safer Online Services and Media Platforms, on a proposed new content regulation framework.

Inaccurate reports on ‘delayed’ COVID-19 MIQ wind-up breached standards

News reports on RNZ suggesting the Government delayed ending the COVID-19 managed isolation and quarantine (MIQ) system despite public health advice it should be wound up immediately were inaccurate, the…

Freedom of expression outweighed harm caused by gender-critical interview, BSA finds

The Broadcasting Standards Authority has made a landmark acknowledgement of transgender rights but ultimately not upheld complaints that an RNZ interview with a gender-critical philosopher breached broadcasting standards.

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