Current News and Media Releases
New Decisions: Skinny Mobile TV ad removed, Toyota Hilux ad did not breach Code, and more
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Latest Decisions: Volvo ad breached Code, Pedigree ad removed, and more
The following decisions have been released to the ASA website:
ASA Christmas Break
Merry Christmas from the team at the ASA! The ASA office will be closed from 12pm on Wednesday 23 December to 9am Monday 11 January 2021. If you have any urgent queries please contact us by emailing asa@asa.co.nz. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday season!
ASA Newsletter: December 2020
Welcome to our final newsletter for 2020! The updates in this edition include: 1. Update from the Chief Executive 2. Release of Alcohol Advertising and Promotion Code 3. Election Advertising 4. Christmas Advertising 5. Free Webinar: Influencers AdHelp Information
Latest Decisions: Mitsubishi ad did not breach Code, radio ad removed, and more
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Media Release: ASA releases new Alcohol Advertising and Promotion Code
16th December 2020 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 Committee (the Committee).
Christmas advertising: Key considerations for advertisers
7th December 2020 With Christmas fast approaching, brands are tapping into the festive season with their campaigns and promotions. The ASA has some suggestions for advertisers when it comes to avoiding misleading, offensive or irresponsible advertising.
New Decisions: Brand Developers TVC removed, alcohol Instagram ad removed, and more
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Vaping ads illegal from today
11th November 2020 Today the Smokefree Environments and Regulated Products (Vaping) Amendment Act (the Amendment Act) comes into effect with the first of five phases of provisions. In this initial phase, the existing prohibitions on the advertisement and sponsorship of tobacco products is extended to vaping products.
New Decisions: Mini Electric ad breached Code, KFC ad removed, and more
The following decisions have been released to the ASA website:
