Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill
This bill removes a rule that limits TV and radio adverts on certain days. Right now, TV adverts are banned on Sunday and Anzac Day mornings (6am–noon), and both TV and radio adverts are banned on Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. If this bill passes, those restrictions disappear. That means broadcasters like TV and radio stations could run adverts on those days and times, just like any other day.
What this affects
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TV and radio companies would be allowed to sell advertising on days they currently cannot, giving them more ways to earn money.
allows New Zealand media companies to realise additional advertising revenue, which will help support the ongoing production and distribution of local content
supports a level playing field for New Zealand media companies by removing the regulatory distinction between different media platforms
Progress through Parliament
Have your say
This bill is open for public submissions to the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Committee. Anyone can tell the committee what they think, and you don’t need to be an expert. Submissions close 6 February 2025.
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