Bruce Hales
Bruce Hales is a prominent leader within the Exclusive Brethren, a Christian sect known for its strict protocols and separation from mainstream society. Under his leadership, the church has faced scrutiny regarding its practices, particularly concerning its treatment of former members and internal governance. Recently, Hales has been in the news due to a defense of his lifestyle, which includes residing in one of the largest and most opulent homes in Eastwood, Sydney, prompting discussions about the disparity between the church's teachings and the personal lives of its leaders.
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Bruce Hales is the church's world leader and directed booth workers to echo his words as an election slogan.
Videos, texts blow lid on Brethren election conduct
Australia· 2026-05-29
Bruce Hales is referred to as the 'Man of God' who runs the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church.
Brethren charity sues woman allegedly abused by an elderAustralia· 2026-02-08
Bruce Hales is the Grand Poobah of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, known for his controversial sermons.
Plymouth Brethren make most of Anthony Albanese pictureAustralia· 2026-02-03
Bruce Hales is the world leader of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and encouraged members to participate in the election.
Exclusive Brethren campaign in 2025 election ‘intimidating and unsafe’Australia· 2025-12-15
Bruce Hales is the leader of the Brethren church and was Westlab's independent auditor in 2022.
Former health minister Greg Hunt an adviser to Exclusive Brethren-linked firm Connected Global Pty LtdAustralia· 2025-09-12
World leader, Sydney businessman Bruce Hales, preaches that his followers must 'get a hatred' for society.
Liberal campaigners feared Brethren influence in 2025 electionAustralia· 2025-09-05
Bruce Hales is the global leader of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church and recorded a message to encourage church members to participate in the election campaign.
The minute-long message that unleashed the Brethren’s election machineAustralia· 2025-06-06
Bruce Hales is the global leader of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church.
Church returns to real estate capersAustralia· 2025-05-12
Bruce Hales is the leader of the Exclusive Brethren church and has been involved in lobbying efforts with the Liberal Party.
Inside the Exclusive Brethren influence on the Liberal PartyAustralia· 2025-05-02
Bruce Hales is the leader of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, known for his controversial views.
Plymouth Brethren Christian Church-like message pops up in crucial electoratesAustralia· 2025-04-29
Bruce Hales is defended by two Auckland priests for his lifestyle and the size of his mansion.
Brethren uncomfortable in the spotlightAustralia· 2025-02-24
