Stuff could face fine of up to $200,000 over audio release

Friday 12 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 12 Sep 2025, 4:17pm

Media company Stuff may face a fine of up to $200,000 for publishing police radio communications regarding the fatal shooting of Tom Phillips. Police have warned that the release of the audio could potentially jeopardise homicide and coronial inquiries. Stuff maintains that it stands by its reporting and handling of the story.

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1. RNZFri 12 Sep 2025, 2:28pm

   Stuff could face unprecedented fine of up to $200,000 over Phillips audio, law expert says (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 12 Sep 2025, 4:17pm

   Stuff could face unprecedented fine over Tom Phillips audio, law expert says (opens in new tab)