Nicky Hager
New ZealandjournalistMale5.8Global Dominance: 0.00%Nicky Hager is a prominent New Zealand investigative journalist and author, best known for his books that expose political corruption and unethical practices. His 2014 book, 'Dirty Politics', revealed connections between politicians and bloggers, including Cameron Slater, and sparked significant controversy in New Zealand's political landscape. Hager's work has earned him both acclaim and criticism, making him a key figure in discussions about media ethics and political accountability.
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Nicky Hager's book critiques the Taxpayers' Union and its political influence.
Nicky Hager’s Dirty Work attack on Taxpayers’ Union ‘naive’ – Heather du Plessis-AllanNew Zealand· 2026-09-26
Nicky Hager's book launch is mentioned as a sideshow in the context of the upcoming election.
Duncan Garner: Forget the Nicky Hager sideshow, there’s a new cost-of-living shock set to hit before election dayNew Zealand· 2026-09-26
Nicky Hager is mentioned in relation to his book 'The Hollow Dirty Politics Workmen' which is described as a gotcha.
Greg Dixon: Is daylight saving really daylight robbery? You betcha!New Zealand· 2026-09-25
Nicky Hager is described as part of the elite intelligentsia and has a privileged upbringing.
Nicky Hager is of an elite intelligentsia who hold a kind of Free Speech Union derangement revealed in Dirty Work – Dane GiraudNew Zealand· 2026-09-25
Nicky Hager is an author who recently launched a new book but declined an invitation to appear on TVNZ Breakfast.
Media Insider: Act: We’d sell TVNZ, Paul Henry would be a ‘shoo in’ as broadcasting, media minister; Lachlan Murdoch’s megayacht in NZ; Seven Sharp’s new sponsorNew Zealand· 2026-09-24
Nicky Hager’s new book paints a picture of the Taxpayers’ Union’s influence.
Nicky Hager’s new book paints a picture of the Taxpayers’ Union’s influence – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-09-24
Nicky Hager's latest book, Dirty Work, examines the influence of the Taxpayers’ Union on New Zealand politics.
Top 5 performers in the House this term; Hager saga and the lawyers on the sidelines – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-09-24
Nicky Hager's new book, Dirty Work, is described as the last in a trilogy that also includes The Hollow Men and Dirty Politics.
Everyone is talking about Nicky Hager’s book Dirty Work – but is it any good?New Zealand· 2026-09-23
Nicky Hager's new book discusses claims of sexual harassment within the Taxpayers' Union.
Nicky Hager’s new book Dirty Work: Claims of ‘constant’ discussion of women’s bodies within Taxpayers’ UnionNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
Hager's book, Dirty Work, includes allegations against the Taxpayers' Union and its co-founder Williams.
Taxpayers’ Union denies allegations in Nicky Hager book Dirty Work that lobby group faced sexual harassment claim from staff memberNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
Nicky Hager releases his latest book Dirty Work, which focuses on the Taxpayers’ Union.
Journalist Nicky Hager releases latest book Dirty Work on Taxpayers’ UnionNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
Nicky Hager releases his latest book Dirty Work, which focuses on the Taxpayers’ Union.
Journalist Nicky Hager releases latest book Dirty Work on Taxpayers’ UnionNew Zealand· 2026-09-22Nicky Hager is working on a book focused on the Taxpayers' Union.
Election 2026: Jordan Williams says Taxpayers’ Union may feature in Nicky Hager’s new bookNew Zealand· 2026-09-22
Investigative journalist Nicky Hager is teasing a new book.
PM Christopher Luxon in studio with Mike Hosking after pledges on supermarkets, screen timeNew Zealand· 2026-09-20
Nicky Hager is an investigative journalist who will release a new book just weeks before the election.
Election 2026: Labour leader Chris Hipkins faces questions at Porirua public meeting on tax, Palestine and the FBINew Zealand· 2026-09-19
Nicky Hager is an investigative journalist who wrote a book based on information provided by an anonymous source.
Election 2026: Investigative journalist Nicky Hager teases new book weeks before electionNew Zealand· 2026-09-18
Nicky Hager published a book that significantly impacted Judith Collins' political career.
Outrageous Fortuna: The life and times of Judith CollinsNew Zealand· 2026-01-28
Nicky Hager is an investigative journalist who wrote a book alleging connections between Cameron Slater and the Prime Minister's office.
Winston Peters to deliver ‘roast’ as Whale Oil’s Cameron Slater celebrates 20 years of bloggingNew Zealand· 2025-04-05
