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flag New Zealand debates lifting Sunday and holiday ad bans, weighing revenue gains against media sustainability and cultural values.

flag New Zealand’s Parliament is debating the Broadcasting (Repeal of Advertising Restrictions) Amendment Bill, which seeks to remove long-standing bans on advertising during Sunday mornings, Anzac Day, and major religious holidays like Christmas Day, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. flag The bill, aimed at modernizing outdated media laws, has sparked discussion over lost government fine revenue versus potential gains from increased advertising income. flag Critics, including Labour MPs, express concern over the struggling local media sector, citing job losses and closures, and argue the bill doesn’t address core financial challenges. flag While the government emphasizes economic benefits and consistency across media platforms, some lawmakers urge caution, highlighting the cultural significance of current restrictions and proposing alternative implementation timelines.

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