Ani O’Brien
New ZealandactivistFemale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Ani O’Brien is a prominent voice within the lesbian community, known for her advocacy on issues related to the differentiation of biological women from transgender women. Recently, she has gained attention for her critical commentary on Green MP Benjamin Doyle's online behavior, raising concerns about child safeguarding and the appropriateness of Doyle's social media presence.
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Ani O’Brien has departed The Campaign Company to establish herself as an independent consultant.
Media Insider: TV showdown – the race to host political debates; Westpac pauses new brand campaign; Will Traitors NZ return?; Mike Hosking on ZB’s 100th birthdayThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-08-06
New Zealand· 2026-08-06
Ani O’Brien suggested banning teens under 16 from having smartphones.
Labour bungles response to Paul Henry bombshell; the embarrassing part of Indian PM’s visit – Audrey YoungThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-07-16
New Zealand· 2026-07-16
Ani O’Brien said on X that Doyle’s account was 'a child-safeguarding nightmare'.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle has been the victim of a moral panic - OpinionThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-04-09
New Zealand· 2025-04-09
O’Brien explored two points through postings on X and Substack regarding Doyle's online behavior.
Anatomy of a scandal - Green MP Benjamin Doyle’s case explainedThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-04-02
New Zealand· 2025-04-02
