Current News and Media Releases
Spotlight on: General Election Advertising
Wednesday 9 August With the 2023 General Election around the corner, we will see advertisements from political parties, candidates, and advocacy groups in increasing numbers over the coming months.
Latest Decisions: Ingredient claims, sale exclusions, and more
25 July 2023 The following are the latest decisions from the ASA.
Media Release: Electoral Commission, Broadcasting Standards Authority, Advertising Standards Authority and NZ Media Council release consumer guide to election complaints
4 July 2023 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.
Latest decisions: Gambling ads, earthing claims, and more
31 May 2023 The following are the latest decisions from the ASA.
ASA releases 2022 Annual Report
29 May 2023 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.
ASA releases the most complained about ads of 2022
29 May 2023 Today we released our 2022 annual report, which included the most complained about commercial and non-commercial ads of 2022.
Final days: ASA Children & Young People’s Code Consultation
8 May 2023 Don’t miss your chance to have your say. Submissions on the new draft Children’s Advertising Code and draft Food and Beverage Code close this Friday 12 May 2023.
Latest decisions: Electric vehicles, alcohol advertising, and more
4 May 2023 The following are the latest decisions from the ASA.
ASA releases Guide on Election Advertising 2023
2 May 2023 The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has today released their Guide on Election Advertising 2023.
Deadline extended: Children & Young People’s Code consultation
19 April 2023 Consultation deadline extended The deadline for submissions on the new draft Children’s Advertising Code and draft Food and Beverage Code has been extended to 12 May 2023.
