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Ghanda clothing company 'sexualised ads' cleared
"The ad did not feature sexual appeal in a manner that was exploitative or degrading."
by Nama Winston – Oct 7, 2026
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Authority denies claims it cleared Ghanda's 'sexually suggestive' photos
Advocates are calling for a boycott of the Aussie company for photos of youths with 'legs spread'.
by Nama Winston – Sep 1, 2026
McDonald’s 99c delivery ads found misleading
Ad Standards found the prominent fee claim obscured higher delivery menu prices, prompting McDonald’s to modify the ads.
by Staff Writer – Aug 18, 2026
Australians call out advertisers as complaints jump 10 per cent
More than 3,400 complaints were lodged, while 69 per cent of Australians said they avoid offending brands.
by Tom Gosby – Jul 30, 2026
Nu-Tank TV ad pulled over safety breach
Ad Standards found the free-to-air TV spot depicted unsafe driving behaviour contrary to community standards.
by Mediaweek – Jun 23, 2026
'Drinking and smoking': Australian retailer breaches ad standards
'The community at large has moved away from the notion that smoking is considered appealing or essential to one’s image.'
by Nama Winston – Jun 2, 2026
White Fox reported to TikTok by Ad Standards
'The advertiser has not provided a response to the breach decision', says the report.
by Nama Winston – May 12, 2026
This was Australia's most complained-about ad in 2025
From flipping the bird to digging for gold, it turns out we might be bigger prudes than we think.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 6, 2026
R.M. Williams Instagram post found in breach of standards
The retailer removed its post after it was found to be in breach of health and safety codes.
by Makayla Muscat – Feb 10, 2026
Ad Standards pulls fashion ad after body image complaint
The brand’s email campaign was found to have promoted an unhealthy ideal body image.
by Mediaweek – Dec 19, 2025
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