One Network News. Reporter questioned impact of advertisements in Australian State election that were critical of some New Zealand Government policies. Not upheld (balance, accuracy, fairness).
Newstalk 1ZB Leighton Smith's morning programme. Presenter's comment about himself. Not upheld (good taste and decency).
The Remand of Ivan Curry. Documentary dealt with arrest of Ivan Curry, a man with severe hearing disabilities, on the charge of murder, and his remand in custody until his acquital nearly two years later. Not upheld: majority (balance). Not upheld (fairness, responsible programming).
The Simpsons' Halloween Special. Complaint that programme was anti-social and not appropriate for children. Upheld: majority (children's interests). Not upheld (law and order). No order.
TV One. 'Steinlager Blue' beer advertisement. Complaint that irresponsible frivolity and mood change in liquor advertisement. Not upheld (liquor).
Tonight. Item about electoral referendum, which was given incorrect title. Not upheld (accuracy): action taken sufficient.
The Ralston Group. Allegedly offensive language. Not upheld (good taste and decency): action taken sufficient.
Holmes. Interview with Australian theologian. Not upheld (balance).
TV3 Special: Sex. Complaint that it was wrong to emphasise the effectiveness of condoms in promoting safe sex. Not upheld (balance).
Foreign Correspondent. Item about the impact in Mexico City of Catholic Church's doctrine on birth control. Not upheld (balance, accuracy).