The Censor's Log
It's useful for the Classification Office to keep a look out for censorship-related news both from New Zealand and around the world – the Censor's Log highlights current news items that might stimulate some debate in your classroom.
If you have censorship-related questions about these articles please feel free to contact us. We'll update this page monthly, so check back for updates.
ROBUST EXPRESSION
A complaint about an anti-gay marriage brochure, criticised as being 'extraordinarily offensive', has been dismissed by the country's advertising watchdog on the grounds of freedom of speech.
Read the article on the NZ Herald website
Added April 2013
MESSAGE TO CYBER BULLIES: TIME'S UP
Cyber bullies could be sent to jail for up to three years under new Government proposals aimed at protecting victims of online bullying.
Read the article on the Stuff website
Added April 2013
SETTING STANDARDS
New Zealand's major radio and TV broadcasters have launched the Online Media Standards Authority, a new industry funded, self-regulatory body to oversee online news and current affairs content standards.
Read more on the NZ Herald website
Added April 2013
CLASSIFICATION BY NUMBERS
Changes to Australia's classification system are currently being considered – including a self-regulatory model for smartphone apps and other digital content.
Read more on the News.com website
Read more about classification overseas
Added April 2013
CHILD STAR CURSE?
How have child actors reacted to their roles in disturbing movies – and how do directors protect them?
Read more on the Guardian website
Added April 2013
