Rod Vaughan
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Rod Vaughan is a journalist who gained notoriety in 1985 when he was famously struck by businessman Sir Bob Jones during an encounter while covering a story. The incident, which left Vaughan with a visible injury, highlights the sometimes tumultuous relationship between the media and high-profile figures like Jones.
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Rod Vaughan was a reporter who was famously punched by Bob Jones during an interview attempt.
Sir Bob Jones dies in Wellington - the colourful and controversial life of a property magnateThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-05-02
New Zealand· 2025-05-02
One of Jones’ most famous incidents involved footage showing blood pouring down reporter Rod Vaughan’s face after an enraged Jones collected him with a left hook in Tūrangi in 1985.
High-profile businessman Sir Bob Jones has diedThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2025-05-02
New Zealand· 2025-05-02
