Brian Tamaki

Brian Tamaki

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Brian Tamaki is the leader of Destiny Church, a controversial religious organization in New Zealand. Known for his outspoken views on various social issues, Tamaki has attracted both followers and critics. Recently, he was in the news for his church group's involvement in violent protests against LGBTQ+ events in Auckland, where they disrupted a community celebration and clashed with police, prompting widespread condemnation from local leaders and communities advocating for diversity and inclusion.

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Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church members protested at the parade, causing disruptions.

Auckland Rainbow Parade draws thousands as police boost presence
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-21
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Brian Tamaki's Destiny Church members protested at the event, causing disruptions.

Auckland Rainbow Parade 2026: Police to help with security, fine weather set to attract crowds
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-20
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Brian Tamaki is seeking legal advice over the misuse of his image on a pride flag.

Brian Tamaki seeks legal advice over image on pride flag at Big Gay Out
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-19
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Brian Tamaki and Winston Peters have both targeted Indians.

India free trade deal: What Winston Peters gets wrong on visas - Richard Prebble
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-02-05
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Brian Tamaki is the leader of Destiny Church and spoke to the crowd before their protest march.

Thousands turn up to protest in Auckland, Destiny Church bridge walk blocked
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-31
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Brian Tamaki was involved in an unapproved harbour bridge protest.

'Sick of these clowns': Mark Crysell on Brian Tamaki's unapproved harbour bridge protest
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-30
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Brian Tamaki is leading a protest march intending to cross the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Brian Tamaki says Destiny will cross Harbour Bridge, major police operation planned
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-27
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Brian Tamaki continues plans for a major protest in downtown Auckland.

Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki continues plans for major protest in downtown Auckland
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-17
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Tamaki has been promoting the march across social media, telling people it was their chance to protest about immigration.

Auckland Harbour Bridge protest promoted by Brian Tamaki blocked by NZTA over safety risk
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-16
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Brian Tamaki is linked to the group protesting the Tauranga Sikh parade.

Letters: Support for Sikh parades, concern over protests and visas
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-01-15
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Brian Tamaki is criticized for targeting a Sikh group celebrating their faith and culture.

Letters: Why National supporters are so frustrated with Finance Minister Nicola Willis
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-22
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Brian Tamaki claimed 'multiculturalism is ruining Australia' after a terrorist attack.

National MP, Free Speech Union criticise Brian Tamaki-linked protest at Sikh parade
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-21
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Brian Tamaki is a political leader linked to the Destiny Church and the True Patriots group that protested against a Sikh parade.

'This is New Zealand, not India': Christian group performing haka confronts Sikh parade in Auckland — video
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-12-20
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Brian Tamaki linked a group called True Patriots that confronted a Sikh parade in South Auckland.

Brian Tamaki-linked group confronts Sikh parade in South Auckland
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-20
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Matt Hoyes

Brian Tamaki is leading a protest over the Auckland Harbour Bridge against immigration and politicians he disagrees with.

Auckland Harbour Bridge march: NZTA denies permission for Brian Tamaki protest – again
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
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Brian Tamaki, leader of Destiny Church, supports Trump and promotes Christian values.

Listener special: How the global rise of radical conservatism is influencing politics in Aotearoa
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-12-03
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Brian Tamaki leads a vigil and haka for slain US activist Charlie Kirk.

Brian Tamaki leads Auckland vigil and haka for slain US activist Charlie Kirk
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-09-20
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Brian recognized the Walkley whānau’s connection to the church and offered support.

Kaikohe crash: Mum’s horror moment realising 11yo daughter wasn’t among survivors
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
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Tamaki, wife of Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki, received 829 votes compared with Kemp’s 10,068 in 2023.

Tāmaki Makaurau byelection: Labour set to choose candidate, Peeni Henare emerging as favourite
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-07-11
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Conservative Christian leader Brian Tamaki and his followers torched flags of different religious faiths and called for stricter immigration policy.

Why is multicultural New Zealand seeing a hate campaign against Hindus?
The Times of India·IndiaIndia· 2025-06-26
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Brian Tamaki is criticized for having free reign to act without accountability.

Letters: The Monte Cecilia bowl is a naturally perfect, magical area for people and pets
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-22
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Brian Tamaki leads a protest against immigration and non-Christian religions.

Brian Tamaki leads protest against immigration, non-Christian religions
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-21
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Brian Tamaki is leading a march down Queen St, claiming 'the spread of non-Christian religions is now out of control' in New Zealand.

Destiny Church’s Brian Tamaki protests against ‘foreign’ religions in NZ
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-06-21
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Tamaki posted to Twitter about social media being awash with screenshots referencing Doyle.

Anatomy of a scandal - Green MP Benjamin Doyle’s case explained
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-04-02
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Brian Tamaki generated controversy after Destiny Church-linked protesters stormed Te Atatū library during a drag artist’s science show.

Backlash at inflammatory Brian Tamaki post about Christopher Luxon’s India trip
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
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Brian Tamaki is the leader of Destiny Church and the husband of Vision New Zealand leader Hannah Tamaki.

Wellington’s rainbow crossing to stay after judical review dimissed
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-21
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Brian Tamaki claimed during a sermon he had given members of his congregation the green light for the protest.

Seven people accused of violent Destiny Church-linked Auckland Pride protest appear in court
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-17
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Brian Tamaki has loudly distanced himself from the defendant.

Ex-Destiny Church member Kiwa Hamiora-Te Hira jailed for abusing youth group boys
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-17
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Church leader Brian Tamaki said he told protesters: 'I want you to storm the library they’re in.'

Wellington Pride parade: Man Up protesters disrupt event, crowd responds with unity
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-08
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Brian Tamaki is the leader of Destiny Church and has made controversial statements regarding faith and society.

Russell Brown: Brian Tamaki’s date with Destiny
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2025-03-03
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