Peter Williams
Peter Williams is a former TVNZ sports host and newsreader who has transitioned to a political commentator and Substack newsletter writer since leaving the network in 2018. Recently, he submitted to Parliament's justice select committee regarding the Treaty Principles Bill, advocating for a more inclusive understanding of New Zealand's identity.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
Peter Williams provided expert testimony on behalf of Julian Batchelor in his defamation case.
Media Insider: John Campbell’s new Morning Report role - RNZ’s robust board discussions; Girls Uninterrupted podcast ends; Sky TV sport content facelift; Westpac agency moves
New Zealand· 2025-12-18
An expert witness for Batchelor, former TVNZ host Peter Williams, earlier testified that Hattotuwa’s comments took up more than 200 words in the 600-word article.
Media Insider: Julian Batchelor v TVNZ defamation case - Jim Grenon funding and website story in spotlightNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Williams appeared as an expert witness on journalistic practice in the defamation case.
Media Insider: Julian Batchelor v TVNZ defamation hearing - TVNZ news boss reveals outside-court conversation with Peter WilliamsNew Zealand· 2025-12-17
Peter Williams appeared as an expert witness in support of Batchelor's claim.
Media Insider: Julian Batchelor v TVNZ defamation case – former TVNZ presenter Peter Williams takes stand in support of Jim Grenon-funded Batchelor claimNew Zealand· 2025-12-16
Peter Williams was replaced by Melissa Stokes as the weekend anchor.
‘Under the radar’: Melissa Stokes on 1News at Six anchor role and carrying on her mum’s legacyNew Zealand· 2025-11-29
Peter Williams pleads guilty to stealing US trade secrets for Russia.
Australian man Peter Williams pleads guilty to stealing US trade secrets for Russia
Australia· 2025-10-29
Peter Williams was the guest speaker at Chung's campaign launch.
How Ray Chung’s once-promising mayoral bid collapsed in a landslide defeatNew Zealand· 2025-10-12
Peter Williams plays Harry Gairey in the series.
Owen ‘Blakka’ Ellis plays Garvey’s ‘ghost’ in a TV series | News
Jamaica· 2025-09-25
Peter Williams is a former TVNZ presenter who moved back to the South Island after nearly 50 years in the North Island.
The Great New Zealand Road Trip: The ‘unstoppable’ shift south - Ex-TVNZ presenter Peter Williams, top screen CEO Philly de Lacey among thousands who have moved to the South IslandNew Zealand· 2025-08-18
Peter Williams is awaiting sentencing for his involvement in the cocaine smuggling operation.
Public urged to help catch gangs bringing drugs on ‘mother ships’ to UK coast | Drugs trade
United Kingdom· 2025-08-02
Williams was a fisher by trade and a familiar figure at Emsworth harbour in Hampshire.
How a high-speed ocean chase led to an £18m cocaine seizure in Cornwall | Drugs tradeUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-02Peter Williams commented on the changes in the Merseyside police's information strategy after previous incidents.
Video viser at bil kjører inn i folkemengde i Liverpool
Norway· 2025-05-27
Peter Williams has transitioned to a political commentator after leaving TVNZ.
Media Insider: Top reporters leave TVNZ, outsourcing fears emerge; Marketing gone mad – the Vodafone rugby streaker; Peter Williams on his Treaty Principles Bill submissionNew Zealand· 2025-02-20
