Broadcasting Services (International Broadcasting) Guidelines 2026
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10 Simulated events
(1) A program should not include matter that simulates an event in a way that is likely to alarm or mislead the international audience.
(2) Subsection (1) does not apply if the matter is both:
(a) presented reasonably, and in good faith; and
(b) any of the following:
(i) material of an artistic nature;
(ii) a statement that is made, or a discussion or debate that is held, for an academic, artistic or scientific purpose; or
(iii) a statement that is made, or a discussion or debate that is held, for a public interest purpose that is not mentioned in subparagraph (ii).
(3) Subsection (1) does not apply if the matter is a comment on, or a fair report of, an event or matter of public interest.