Conspiracy Theories

Dunedin Nurse Posts Violent Threats in Anti-Vax Video Rant

Published December 14 2021: FACT Aotearoa uncovers a video of a camo-clad Dunedin nurse making violent threats against vaccinators, doctors, and nurses as a part of the "resistance."

FACT Aotearoa in the Media

Mohua Vaccine Hui: Why getting vaccinated is important for our community

FACT Aotearoa held a hui to discuss the efficacy of the mRNA vaccine in Golden Bay on December 12 2021.

FACT Aotearoa in the Media

To Vax Or Not To Vax: Golden Bay Immunologist Delivers Facts And Dispels The Rumours

Press Release: 12 December 2021: Golden Bay immunologist and science writer Christopher von Roy wants to help the vaccine hesitants put aside the conspiracy theories and understand the science - and logic - behind the Covid vaccines.

Covid-19 Vaccines

FACT Aotearoa Uncover Fake Vaccine Pass Black Market

Published December 1 2021: FACT Aotearoa misinformation researchers viewed posts offering "real" vaccine passes to people for $50 each, an illegal act with penalties of up to six months in prison and up to $12,000 in fines.

FACT Aotearoa in the Media

FACT Aotearoa Wins New Zealand Skeptics Award

The New Zealand Skeptics recognises excellence in the media or in other high-profile people with their Bravo Awards. The 2021 awards focused on fighting misinformation in our community. We were proud to be in the same company as incredible journalists, scientists and communicators:

Covid-19 Vaccines

Law Society Investigates Anti-Vax Lawyer Sue Grey Over Formal Complaint

Published November 12 2021: Update on FACT Aotearoa's formal complaint about anti-vax lawyer Sue Grey. The Law Society is now investigating Sue Grey over formal complaints.

Covid-19 Vaccines

FACT Aotearoa File Formal Complaint With Law Society Against Sue Grey

Published October 29 2021: A formal complaint has been laid against lawyer and anti-vaccine campaigner Sue Grey for using her status in the legal profession to further her “flawed, inaccurate and dangerous” claims about Covid-19.

Covid-19 Information

Open Letter: Sue Grey: Stop using private information to advance anti-vaccination causes

FACT Aotearoa asks lawyers and other professionals to stop using private information and misinformation to advance their anti-vaccination causes.

FACT Aotearoa in the Media

Open Letter to New Plymouth District Council regarding misinformation from Councillor Anneka Carlson

Published 2 September 2021: Anti-misinformation campaigners call on NPDC to censure councillors who use their privileged platform to disseminate poorly sourced, incorrect or misleading information about public health measures that clearly oppose government advice.

Covid-19 Information

An Open Letter to "Plan B" from FACT Aotearoa & Media Response

Published 16 March 2021: Anti-misinformation campaigners call on Covid Plan B members to end their support of Voices for Freedom and to condemn groups promoting conspiracy theories.