Peter Williams Testifies in Batchelor Defamation Case Against TVNZ

NZME shareholder Jim Grenon is financing a defamation lawsuit by Christian evangelist Julian Batchelor against TVNZ, as revealed in court. Former TVNZ presenter Peter Williams provided expert testimony for Batchelor, who is suing TVNZ and disinformation academic Dr. Sanjana Hattotuwa over a news story and online article published in August 2023. The proceedings saw dramatic developments, including the judge considering dismissing the case. TVNZ CEO Jodi O’Donnell attended the court session to observe the proceedings.

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