BusinessRobbery ad trivialised theftAn energy drink advertisement which claimed 'Good things come to those who steal' has been deemed socially irresponsible for trivialising theft.02 May 10:12 PM
New ZealandCrying dudes not sexist - BSAIn recent rulings, the Advertising Standards Complaints Board (ASCB) decided there was a lack of evidence to support some complaints.19 Dec 10:34 PM
New ZealandWeight-loss patch ad complaints upheldA complaint against an ad for a weight-loss "patch" which claimed to "aid in weight loss with no exercise and while eating as much as you want" has been upheld06 Nov 02:46 AM
BusinessASA's social media codeThe Advertising Standards Authority has issued guidelines which are short of a formal code for social media.15 Oct 04:30 PM
Small Business'Wimpy' jobseeker advert pulledA weed control firm which bluntly said "wimpy" job seekers were not suited to their summer vacancies has pulled the ad from Trade Me after more than 42,000 hits.11 Sep 07:14 AM
BusinessFlaccid and flabby ads ruled to be misleadingAds targeting the flaccid and flabby contained misleading and unsubstantiated claims, the Advertising Standards Authority has found.10 Oct 04:26 AM
New ZealandWomen call for ban on 'sexist' drink can messagesA call to ban energy drink cans featuring overt sexual messages has been made by the National Council of Women.17 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandKronic ads on youth radio under fireStation owner defends decision as within the law, but minister says it 'stinks'.27 Jun 05:30 PM
