Media Law and Ethics

Ethical journalism serves as the cornerstone of responsible and trustworthy media practices. Upholding ethical principles ensures that journalists maintain integrity, accuracy, and fairness in their reporting, thereby fostering public trust…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by Ewan Morris against the Northern Advocate. The complaint arose from an article published by the regional newspaper that Morris alleged…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by St. John against Akaroa Mail. The complaint stemmed from an article published by the local newspaper that St. John alleged…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by Eliza Prestidge-Oldfield against The Dominion Post and Stuff. The complaint arose from an article published by the news outlet that…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by Peter Chapman against The Blenheim Sun. The complaint stemmed from an article published by the local newspaper that Chapman alleged…

The Press Council serves as a vital arbiter in the realm of journalistic ethics and standards. Understanding how complaints are handled and resolved by this regulatory body is essential for…

Introduction The Press Council recently deliberated on a complaint lodged by the Porirua Whanau Centre Trust against Porirua News. The complaint stemmed from an article published by the local news…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by Bob McLellan against the Upper Hutt Leader. The complaint arose from an article published by the local newspaper that McLellan…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by Sarah Bronte against SunLive. The complaint arose from an article published by the online news platform that Bronte alleged contained…

Introduction The Press Council recently addressed a complaint filed by the Foxton RSA against the Manawatu Standard. The complaint stemmed from an article published by the newspaper that the Foxton…