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E.g., 21/06/2022
June 2021
Case number Ad Standards description Determination Category Media Determination datesort ascending
0165-21 Newcastle Distilling Co
This Instagram Story on the @thetimberlina account features an image of a person holding up an alcohol bottle. Text on the image states "Thank you for my spiced rum just in time for the cooler months! @newcastledistillingco"
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Alcohol Internet - Social - Instagram 23/06/2021
0166-21 Sydney Forklift Trucks Pty Ltd
This transport advertisement features the brand name and a painting of a naked female on the back of a truck cab. The woman is reclining with her genitals covered by her legs, and her breasts visible. There are black and white images of forklifts in the background of the image. The truck is registered in NSW with the registration number SFT 073.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Automotive Transport 23/06/2021
0168-21 Singtel Optus Pty Ltd
This TV on Demand advertisement features a man parking a forklift by sliding sideways into the spot.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Mobile Phone or SMS TV - On Demand 23/06/2021
0178-21 Honey Birdette
This advertisement features a woman wearing white lace lingerie. The video pans from her upper body to her lower body, following her hands and she runs them down her body.
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Lingerie TV - Out of Home 23/06/2021
0183-21 DoorDash
This advertisement which appeared on Snapchat depicts a phone sitting on the ledge of a vehicle display screen with no apparent method of attachment.
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Professional Service Internet - Social - Other 23/06/2021
June 2021
Case number Ad Standards description Determination Category Media Determination datesort ascending
0138-21 Universal Pictures
There are two versions of this television advertisement is promoting the movie 'The Conjuring - The Devil Made Me Do It".
Dismissed Entertainment TV - Free to Air 16/06/2021
0139-21 Universal Pictures
There are two versions of this TV on Demand advertisement is promoting the movie 'The Conjuring - The Devil Made Me Do It".
Dismissed Entertainment TV - On Demand 16/06/2021
0142-21 Sax Fetish
This TV Out Of Home advertisement features nine images of men in products available in store, and scenes of a man walking through the store.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Sex Industry TV - Out of Home 16/06/2021
0150-21 EvaKool
This television advertisement shows a man spotting EvaKool products in their ‘natural habitat’ in a number of different locations
Dismissed Sport and Leisure TV - Free to Air 16/06/2021
0151-21 Tourism NT
This internet advertisement features an image of a woman leaning out the passenger side window of a vehicle looking backwards. The vehicle is on a road in the outback. The text accompanying the image states, "Travel off-the-beaten-track Sponsored by Tourism NT".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Tourist Attractions Internet 16/06/2021
0152-21 Stan Entertainment Pty Ltd
This TV on demand advertisement features a promotion for the television show, "Eden".
Dismissed Entertainment TV - On Demand 16/06/2021
0157-21 Grosvenor Hotel
This digital billboard advertisement features three silhouette images of women and an image of heels and handcuffs.
Dismissed Sex Industry Billboard - Digital 16/06/2021
0164-21 Vitasoy Australia
This TV on demand advertisement has multiple versions which feature plant milk and the tagline, "Vitasoy. Let's grow a better world."
Dismissed Food/Bev Groceries TV - On Demand 16/06/2021
0133-21 Hennes & Mauritz UK Ltd
This Instagram post from @laurennburns features eight images of a woman in a black coat and sunglasses holding a grey bag with 'COS' written on it in rainbow letters. The caption accompanying the post reads, "Celebrating @cosstores X @blackrainbowaus with this limited edition tote in pursuit of well-being and inclusivity, specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in the LGBTQIASB community. These recycled cotton totes are complimentary at COS stores across Australia with any donation of $30 or more. Wear you pride #cosstores #blackrainbow
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 16/06/2021
0143-21 ORTC Clothing
This Instagram advertisement features a post with three images posted by @myfriendelias. The caption for the images reads 'Fall breeze. Autumn leaves. Neutral tines and classic styles AW21 by @ortcclothingco, shot by @thesnapsmith.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 16/06/2021
0144-21 ORTC Clothing
This Instagram advertisement features a post with two images posted by @myfriendelias. The caption for the images reads "The mind is a far better warrior than the sword".
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 16/06/2021
0147-21 Honey Birdette
This advertisement features a woman wearing a black bra and a black collar and pulling on the collar. There is no text on screen.
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Lingerie TV - Out of Home 16/06/2021
0148-21 AppQuantum
This in app advertisement features a video of a man looking as though he is about to hit a woman with a chair. He then gets distracted by what the woman has on her phone. Footage of the game is then shown.
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Entertainment App 16/06/2021
0153-21 Yves Saint Laurent
This sponsored Instagram advertisement features a person standing on a rocky beach. They are wearing black stockings, a green and blue skirt, a silk tank top and holding a blue blazer over one shoulder. The text 'Saint Laurent' has been superimposed over the image.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 16/06/2021
0154-21 Bondi Boost
This Instagram post by @carlyamcdonagh features an image of a woman holding the wave wand.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Retail Internet - Social - Instagram 16/06/2021
June 2021
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0131-21 The Wellness Club
This Instagram post includes an image of a reusable shopping bag with 'the wellness club" written on it. The bag has green vegetables in it, and is on the ground resting against a fence. The caption to the post is, "'essentials".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Food/Bev Groceries Internet - Social - Instagram 09/06/2021
0132-21 Alya Skin
This Instagram post from @_bonnierose features an image of a woman holding an alya skin product, with some of the product on her cheek. The caption to the post reads, "Honestly I haven't known myself since I copped the @alyaskinaus pink clay mask. My skin feels brighter, tighter and just right-er. Plus we loveee a good vegan find. #alyaskin #alyaskinbabe #pinkclaymask
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Toiletries Internet - Social - Instagram 09/06/2021
0136-21 adidas Australia Pty. Ltd.
This Instagram post from @sophie_guidolin features four images of a woman in activewear standing on a deck overlooking the ocean. Two of the images also feature a young boy in activewear. The caption for the post is, "Back doing run club with Ryder. When we land he is straight into footy season, and let's just say today hurt. The beauty of travelling with only 1 versatile pair of shoes pays off- my nano x1's perfect for running, skipping, weights and more! @reebokau
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 09/06/2021
0149-21 Awake Water
This website advertisement includes a page with the heading, "What Is Energised (Structured) Water?".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Food/Bev Groceries Internet 09/06/2021
May 2021
Case number Ad Standards description Determination Category Media Determination datesort ascending
0118-21 TAFE SA
This television advertisement features a scene of a welder standing below a ship. He is welding wearing a high-vis jacket, gloves and a face mask/helmet.
Dismissed Education TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0120-21 AHM Health Insurance
The radio advertisement features a woman’s internal monologue as she decides whether to get health insurance. She refers to gettings "bangs".
Dismissed Insurance App 26/05/2021
0121-21 Spin Master
This television advertisement features a child (face not visible) colouring Orbeez, hydrated ‘grown’ water beads.
Dismissed Toys and Games TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0125-21 LDV Automotive
This television advertisement features an LDV ute driving through various off-road scenarios and in town. A siren is heard and the vehicle pulls over, at which time police cars drive past. The driver breathes a sigh of relief. The voice over explains the action – “A deal so good, you’ll feel like you are getting away with something”.
Dismissed Vehicle TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0126-21 Crazy Domains
This television advertisement features a woman having a meeting with two people at a cafe table on the footpath. As they talk, a rubbish truck parks itself right in front of them on the narrow street, and starts to load up bin bags. The noise of the truck is loud and the meeting pauses as the group wait for the noise to stop. They sit patiently, waiting for the truck to move on. The camera zooms in on the woman, and she is suddenly splattered with brown liquid. A voice off camera calls out "sorry".
Dismissed Information Technology TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0127-21 Horticulture Innovation Australia Limited
This television advertisement features a man sitting in an orchard speaking about Australian things as a promotion for Australian avocados.
Dismissed Food/Bev Groceries TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0129-21 Massel Australia
This radio advertisement states: "In breaking news, kitchen shy husband uses wok for the first time. Children and wife astounded."
Dismissed Food/Bev Groceries Radio 26/05/2021
0130-21 Unilever Australasia
This Instagram post features a video of a woman eating ice-cream. The caption states "@magnum has created all my favourite things in one tub! My tip, just add two spoons for the illusion of sharing. But best to eat tub to oneself to reach ultimate satisfaction #MAGNUMluxegOLD #delicious Available at Woolworths, Coles and IGA".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Food/Bev Groceries Internet - Social - Instagram 26/05/2021
0135-21 Brand Developers
This television advertisement is an infomercial for the UCurl Auto Curler from Thin Lizzy. It features a number of people using the product and comparisons to people using other products.
Dismissed Retail TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0122-21 Crazy Domains
This television advertisement depicts a man can peeing on the outside of a building. The words, "The real world sucks for business. You're better off online" appear on the screen.
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Information Technology TV - Free to Air 26/05/2021
0123-21 Glassons
This Instagram post features a woman posing in a tan dress. The caption on the post states "Wearing new @glassons [heart emoji] head over to their page for a chance to win a $500 voucher! #glassons".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 26/05/2021
0124-21 Camilla and Marc
This Instagram post features a woman posing in a black sports bras, grey pants and a coat. The caption on the post states "I'm so glad it's trench season @camillaandmarc".
Upheld - Not Modified or Discontinued Clothing Internet - Social - Instagram 26/05/2021
May 2021
Case number Ad Standards description Determination Category Media Determination datesort ascending
0107-21 Austrack Campers
This radio advertisement features a reference to "missus".
Dismissed Sport and Leisure Radio 12/05/2021
0108-21 Super Cheap Auto Pty Ltd
This television advertisement features staff discussing a sale. One suggests that the store should sell dog costumes and robotic arms.
Dismissed Automotive TV - Free to Air 12/05/2021
0109-21 Huddle
This television advertisement has three versions, two featuring a woman and her niece and one featuring a woman by a pool.
Dismissed Insurance TV - Free to Air 12/05/2021
0112-21 The Derm Lab
This billboard advertisement features two images of a person's stomach. The first image has the text "Baseline" under it, and the second has the text "12 weeks post treatment" under it. Text over the images states "New Year New you!".
Dismissed Professional Service Billboard 12/05/2021
0114-21 Wild Secrets
This advertisement features scenes including various close ups of women's faces, various women standing, a woman laying on a rock, and people around a campfire, touching their hands together.
Dismissed Sex Industry TV - Free to Air 12/05/2021
0115-21 Sportsbet
This TV On Demand advertisement features several people competing in a race in which they walk 10km over grass that contains bindi's. The advertisement contains a voiceover which at one point whena Kenyan athlete appears on screen states "and when Kenya's 'oh no I copped a bad one' fell at the pointy end, not even officials could steal victory from the Aussie".
Upheld - Modified or Discontinued Gambling TV - Pay 12/05/2021
0116-21 Sarah's Day
This Instagram is a post by Sarah's Day and features an image of a woman in a white robe holding a jar.
Dismissed Toiletries Internet - Social - Instagram 12/05/2021
0117-21 La'Bang Body
This Instagram is a post by Sarah's Day and features an image of a woman in a white robe holding a jar.
Dismissed Toiletries Internet - Social - Instagram 12/05/2021
0119-21 Activision Pty Ltd
This TV On Demand advertisement is promoting Call of Duty and features scenes of explosions, shooting and a hellhound (a dog that also bursts into flames).
Dismissed Entertainment TV - On Demand 12/05/2021
0111-21 Carlton and United Breweries
This television advertisement features the claim that VB is brewed with 100% solar energy.
Dismissed Alcohol TV - Free to Air 12/05/2021
0113-21 Honey Birdette
This Facebook advertisement is a sponsored post and features a woman in black lingerie speaking to a tennis umpire who is off camera.
Dismissed Lingerie Internet - Social - Facebook 12/05/2021
April 2021
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0079-21 PointsBet Australia Pty Limited
This print advertisement features a woman in a red dress holding a gold club and a phone. On the phone screen the brand app can be seen. The advertisement also includes the words, "$4 profiteer run 1st or 2nd golden slipper". and the Instagram handle of the woman.
Dismissed Gambling Print 28/04/2021
0083-21 Suzuki Australia Pty Limited
This television advertisement features a man riding a car like it is a motorcycle.
Dismissed Vehicle TV - Free to Air 28/04/2021
0084-21 Honey Birdette
There are three versions of this poster advertisement which feature the text 'Gabrielle PINK'.
Dismissed Lingerie Poster 28/04/2021

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