Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill
Government bill
About this bill
This bill repeals section 81 of the Broadcasting Act 1989 to remove the restriction on broadcast television advertising on Sunday and Anzac Day mornings, and television and radio broadcast advertising on Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday.
Voting method
Personal voting: MPs voted individually on this bill.Procedural notes
- Extended sittings used: This bill was progressed during one or more extended sittings of the House of Representatives. This enables MPs to meet for longer than normal to consider legislation. It does not alter the stages that a bill must pass through to become law.
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Read the bill
Bill text: Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill (legislation.govt.nz)Member responsible
Progress
In progress
This Bill passed its second reading on 23 July 2025 and is awaiting the Commitee of the whole House stage.
Votes
2nd reading
Passed
23 July 2025
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3rd reading
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(22 August 2025 at 12:30 GMT+00:00)