20/20: "Trial and Error". Programme based on Milton Weir's defamation action against Joe Karam for implication in Karam's book on the David Bain murder trial that Mr Weir might have intentionally misled jury. Upheld (balance, fairness: interview with Assistant Commissioner of Police and reference to Police Complaints Authority’s report inadequate to provide balance/undo suggestion that mistake might have been intentional). Not upheld (standard concerned with the general viewing public; allocation of time to interested parties). Declined to determine (aspects of complaint regarding evidential significance of mistake). Orders (broadcast of statement, $1,500 costs to complainant).
One News. Comment from observer describing Hector dolphins on Avon river. Not upheld (good taste and decency).
3 News. Map used as backdrop factually inaccurate. Not upheld (accuracy).
TV4. HLAH music video "Good Advice" from the album "Blood on The Honky Tonk Floor" belonged to zombie genre and displayed graphic violence. Not upheld (good taste and decency, violence).
The $20 Challenge. Allegedly offensive language. Not upheld (good taste and decency).
One News. Showed images of NZ actress and male actor both nude in award-winning film "Intimacy". Not upheld (good taste and decency, children's interests).
Radio 531 PI News. Report that 20-year-old Tongan man had died as a result of suicide. Upheld (privacy). Order ($500 compensation to complainant).
Newstalk ZB. Host’s comment allegedly offensive. Not upheld (good taste and decency).
One News. Interview with golfer, liquor signage on backdrop behind him. Not upheld (liquor): action taken sufficient.
Morning Report. Panel discussion about Biketawa Declaration which would allow Pacific Islands Forum to deal with regional crises involving the internal affairs of member states. Not upheld (balance, fairness).