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New Zealand Minister Proposes Creator-Controlled Age Ratings

5/5/2025

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New Zealand's Internal Affairs Minister, Brooke van Velden, is shaking up the media landscape by proposing that publishers of movies, games, and other content take charge of their own age ratings. This bold move could simplify the rating process, empowering creators while potentially reshaping how audiences engage with media.

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New Zealand's Internal Affairs Minister, Brooke van Velden, is shaking up the media landscape by proposing that publishers of movies, games, and other content take charge of their own age ratings. This bold move could simplify the rating process, empowering creators while potentially reshaping how audiences engage with media.