David Fisher

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | David Fisher

A leaked message thread containing a photo of ex-MP Golriz Ghahraman held a clue that later exposed the leaker’s identity. Police have confirmed the detective leading the case spotted the clue and told Foodstuffs who the leaker was. Foodstuffs fired the staff member. The blogger who published the leaked message thread and photo told the Herald he was sent the image by a third party - not the guard.

3 weeks ago | archive.ph | David Fisher

Doyle is the first non-binary MP in New Zealand’s Parliament and also a parent. They came from a background of working closely with queer communities on sexual health issues. In November last year, an X account began posting claims about Doyle. At least one of those posts made reference to an “Instagram account that [they] deleted” when it became clear Doyle was heading into Parliament, which the poster alleged contained “very very disturbing posts”.

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | David Fisher

Green MP Benjamin Doyle is facing accusations of using inappropriate language on a social media account alongside photos of a child. NZ First leader and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters says police should be investigating. Doyle’s party leaders have defended their MP, saying the BibleBeltBussy social media username has been misconstrued. What is the allegation and who is it about? Benjamin Doyle is a Green MP who became an MP in October 2024 aged 32, replacing Darleen Tana.

3 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | David Fisher

Text messages between security worker and police revealed in new document release about Golriz Ghahraman shoplifting claim. Detective says police confirmation of investigation was to ‘name her without naming her’. Blogger who published image of Ghahraman appears to have identified leaker. “You guys definitely want her ass booked,” a Foodstuffs’ security worker said to police about former MP Golriz Ghahraman.

4 weeks ago | nzherald.co.nz | David Fisher

The Auckland district RSA president has been removed from the national Presidents’ Forum after complaints. He is alleged to have told an employee she could sit on his knee. Graham Gibson’s supporters say his removal was an overreaction and the comment was made in ‘jest’. The national RSA chief executive stands by its action, says Gibson’s exit was voted on by other clubs.