Frequently Asked Questions

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• Q: Why should I join MPA - I contract out the publishing and production of my magazines?

  A: Membership of MPA helps you  

  1.  Mix with a wide range of industry players and providers
  2. Stay in touch with industry issues that will affect your business 
  3. Access MPA web content that is restricted members only, such as latest research, news, articles, presentations
  4. Advertise for free on the MPA web site employment vacancies, research wanted, magazine launches, etc. 
  5. Receive invitations at members rates to educational events and conferences
  6. Be recognized at MPA’s annual Magazine Excellence Awards
  7. Contribute your opinions and ideas to the industry; have input into crucial policies and decisions
  8. Receive MPA advocacy at Government regulatory level, and in the Business community

• Q: How do I start a Magazine?

  A:  Helpful comments from MPA America - Please Note. Some items such as, issn application, and other links not applicable off this site for New Zealand publications.

   

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• Q: Are publishers legally obligated to lodge each publication with a national archive?

  A: Yes, by law New Zealand's National Library requires you to send them a copy of each magazine issue you produce. 
  For more information go to http://www.natlib.govt.nz/catalogues/library-documents/publication-for-legal-deposit-form

   

• Q: Do you have any advertising pre-vetting advice?

  A: Check these links from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA)

   

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• Q: Where can I find magazine circulation figures?

  A: The New Zealand Audit Bureau of Circulations (ABC) provide accurate and up-to-date circulation figures to advertisers, advertising agencies, publishers and the public. These audit figures cover over 300 publications, including all paid daily and weekly newspapers, virtually all community newspapers plus a large number of New Zealand published magazines.
  

• Q: Do you have any recommended New Zealand Magazine Publishers?

  A: PLENTY! Just see our member page.

   

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• Q: Where can I find magazine subscriptions online?

  A: Please see our titles and subscription page.

   

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• Q: Who deals with advertising codes and complaints?

  A: The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) should be your first port of call.
  

   

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• Q: Who deals with editorial complaints?

  A:  The New Zealand Press Councils principal objects are:

  • To consider complaints against newspapers and other publications. Such complaints must be directed at editorial content – a separate body deals with complaints against advertising. The Council may also consider complaints about the conduct of persons and organisations towards the press.
  • To promote freedom of speech and freedom of the press in New Zealand.
  • To maintain the New Zealand press in accordance with the highest professional standards.

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• Q: Where can I get copywrite advice?

  A: In ALL instances seek professional advice. You can also find information at the Media & Advertising Copyright Board website. It is a non-profit association of bodies representing those who are users or commisioners of copyright works, whether or not they are themselves creators or owners of copyright works.

   

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• Q: Do you have any advice about fraudulent publishing?

  A: Yes, please see our Consumer Assistance Section.

   

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