Hack Attack

Overview

He broke the UK's scandalous phone hacking story, exposing the malpractice of fellow journalist against politicians, the royal family, and members of the public. He has worked alongside Julian Assange to support the work of WikiLeaks, and his work helped Clarence Lee Brandley to get released from wrongful imprisonment. Davies is much celebrated, having received the Journalist of the Year, and Feature Writer of the Year at the British Press Awards, among other accolades.

Davies will discuss his book 2014 Hack Attack: How the Truth Caught Up with Rupert Murdoch about phone hacking scandal in the UK. He will also talk media ethics and the state of modern journalism, with columnist Toby Manhire. Start your weekend early to catch the 4pm session at the Aotea Centre and wow all your friends with profound insights into global media and politics at Friday night drinks.