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Every 20 November, the world commemorates World Children's Day, an occasion to promote and celebrate children's rights and welfare. Yet the increasing threat and risk of online sexual exploitation means many children remain vulnerable to abuse. In New ...
The court appearances of two people charged over distributing an objectionable publication were met with angry exchanges outside a Christchurch courthouse
Marlborough's libraries will not censor content just because someone takes offence to it.
New hate speech law proposals from the government are a bit confusing, and some of the debate so far seems to have muddied the waters, reducing something that began as an effort to combat racism, terrorism and hatred to name calling and taunts by politicians. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Justice Minister Kris Faafoi contradicted each other about what the proposals said, and Ardern has admitted the government could have been clearer in its communications. Photo: RNZ / Vinay Ranchhod Some worthyefforts have been made to tackle the substance of the proposals, but RNZ's Mediawatch noted much...
It is a crime to distribute objectionable material under the Films, Videos and Publications Classifications Act 1993. Those found guilty of the “serious offence” may be jailed for up to 14 years, and anyone found to be in possession of such content can be jailed for up to 10 years. Anyone who knows people sharing the video are asked to phoned police on 105 immediately, quoting reference number 210513/8328. Information can be shared anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Stuff