Other resources
On this page you'll find information about other resources produced by the Classification Office. Contact us if you would like copies of anything you see here.
Brochures
Censorship – The Basic Facts
A booklet outlining the censorship process and labelling.
The Censorship Traffic Light
A double-sided flier explaining the censorship labelling system – suitable as a school resource.
Red Means Restricted
The restricted movies flier is a double-sided sheet informing people that it is illegal to supply restricted films or games to underage people.
Information Sheets
A series of information sheets for members of the public wishing to engage with various aspects of the classification system – from gaining a general understanding of it, to reading the key parts of the Classification Act and the other Acts the Classification Office uses to do its work.
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An overview of the powers, functions and operation of the OFLC
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What to do if you are unhappy about a classification or the censorship system
Information Sheet Two: Censorship: Having Your Say (PDFv7.0, 177K)
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If you want a publication classified, this explains the costs involved
Information Sheet Three: Fees for Getting Your Publications Classified (PDFv7.0, 175K)
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If you are involved with a publication that is being classified, for example, as the owner, maker or distributor, you can write to the Classification Office with your views on its classification.
Information Sheet Four: Guidelines for Written Submissions (PDFv7.0, 115K)
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Want three pages summarising the relevant legislation for censorship in New Zealand? Look no further!
Information Sheet Five: Classification Legislation (PDFv7.0, 148K)
Posters
Classification Label Poster
This poster must be displayed wherever films, DVDs or video games are supplied or exhibited to the public.
