Institutional neutrality non-negotiable for universities: Second reading of academic freedom bill sparks debate
16 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEInstitutional neutrality non-negotiable for universities: Second reading of academic freedom bill sparks debateIf we want our universities to be institutions of tru...
Sean Plunket canary in coal mine: BSA overreach a dangerous step
15 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESean Plunket canary in coal mine: BSA overreach a dangerous stepThe Broadcasting Standards Authority (BSA) appears to be regulating podcasters such as Sean Plunket ...
Name suppression lets alleged vandal of Winston Peters’ home dodge accountability
10 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEName suppression lets alleged vandal of Winston Peters’ home dodge accountabilityGranting name suppression to the individual accused of breaking into Winston Peters...
Vague and broad: Bill to restrict protest near homes risks limiting speech
07 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEVague and broad: Bill to restrict protest near homes risks limiting speechThe Government bill seeking to restrict demonstrations near residential premises is vague,...
Free Speech Union on comments by Race Relations Commissioner Dr Melissa Derby on Q+A
06 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFree Speech Union on comments by Race Relations Commissioner Dr Melissa Derby on Q+AThe Free Speech Union were concerned about comments made by Race Relations Commi...
Media Council ruling risks chilling cold-case reporting; FSU backs dissent and urges guidance, not gagging
03 October 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Council ruling risks chilling cold-case reporting; FSU backs dissent and urges guidance, not gagging The Media Council’s decision to uphold a complaint agains...
