The Veitch Files V385.7

this whole thing would have cost him a crap load

Did I miss the apology amongst all of that cr*p. I didn't see the extended interview. Perhaps the word "sorry" was able to be squeezed in there.

And what a Hypocritical Dame Susan Devoy has turned out to be.

Every time she opens her mouth it is to moan about the lack of equality for women and then when it really counts she says that he deserves to be left alone.

The only thing that separates him from being a serial attacker is the buying out of 6 charges.

Rugby deserve him!!!

oopsie!

typical really, he buys his wasy out of serving anytime and then still seems to throw the blame elsewhere. No sorry, I stuffed up, just a "I don't know how I got to that place" - What place Tony? the I'm so angry i want to destroy you place???

All Blacks coach Graham Henry:

Veitch was fair, objective and had a good "feel" for people and their situations. He never got involved in "bagging" individuals after the All Blacks' 2007 Rugby World Cup defeat in Cardiff. "Because of his qualities as a journalist and his willingness to help others, Tony has many supporters in the community and they all hope that he gets an opportunity as soon as possible to be able to get on with his life."

Former Holmes show presenter Susan Wood:

"If something went wrong he would not blame other people, but would admit responsibility. I have kept in contact with Tony over the past few months. I have never seen anybody more devastated or more contrite. It has been painful to watch. I have absolutely no doubt that he will face up to his responsibilities. He is an honest, decent man. I sincerely hope he is given the chance to rebuild his life."

Triathlete Hamish Carter:

"I know the sort of person that Tony is, and I believe that he deserves the right to get on with his life. What I know him for, above all else, is his enthusiasm, determination and trustworthy character."

Dame Susan Devoy:

"As a passionate New Zealander I was totally dismayed and appalled at the manner with which Tony was treated ... Tony deserves a chance to get his life back and to be able to have the opportunity to work again. Are we not a society who believes in forgiveness, a society that allows people to put the past behind them and move forward? A society that realises we all make mistakes but shouldn't have to spend our whole lives paying for them."

One News presenter Bernadine Oliver-Kirby:

"Tony seemed to have one speed only and that was top gear ... keen to please everyone and not let anyone down. That's his nature. I would regard Tony as one of the most caring and honest individuals I've known. He's incredibly kind and constantly puts others ahead of himself on a personal and professional front."

Olympic and Commonwealth Games Chef de Mission Dave Currie:

"While I appreciate the seriousness of the charges he is facing and make no comment on them, my personal dealings with Tony have always been conducted with honesty and respect."

Quotes taken from submissions to court

THE CHARGES

Tony Veitch pleaded guilty to injuring Kristin Louise Dunne-Powell with reckless disregard on January 29, 2006.

Six charges, all relating to Ms Dunne-Powell, were dropped:

Between March 15, 2002 and April 19, 2003, at Auckland, being a male assaulted a female.

Between April 14, 2003 and April 9, 2005, at Mangawhai, being a male assaulted a female.

Between June 3, 2005, and June 4, 2005, at Rotorua, being a male assaulted a female.

On July 8, 2005, at Auckland, being a male assaulted a female.

On November 5, 2005, at Auckland, being a male assaulted a female.

On December 18, 2005, at Auckland, being a male assaulted a female.

WHAT THE SENTENCE MEANS

Tony Veitch may get his chance to work with charities again or he could end up cleaning graffiti from walls.

The disgraced broadcaster was ordered to do 300 hours of community work after pleading guilty to injuring Kristin Dunne-Powell with reckless disregard. He was also fined $10,000, placed on nine months' supervision and ordered to attend a Stop Violence programme if deemed necessary by his probation officer.

Veitch will be told by the Community Probation Service what his work will entail. It will be up to 10 hours a day, for at least eight hours a week, and he will be closely monitored. It could involve painting, gardening, building, cleaning up graffiti, or picking up litter.

However, Veitch is understood to have asked to do charity work.

Offenders can submit proposals to the probation service, which may or may not be accepted.

He has regularly worked with charities including Cure Kids and the Halberg Trust, often as a master of ceremonies or an auctioneer.

"I now look forward to working with the charities who I love and that is the best thing about this sentence, I can get back to working with the charities and doing my community service with charities that I am passionate about," Veitch said.

Cure Kids chief executive Kaye Parker, who provided a character reference for Veitch, said she would talk to the board about the possibility of him resuming work with the charity.

"He has done a lot of work for a lot of charities," Ms Parker said. "We did appreciate that support."

- with NZPA

Stevo2009-04-17 14:39:23

Agreed.

IBTL (please).

Bloody Hell!

"Chasing her upstairs at his St Heliers home, cornering her"...

Truly terrible. Wonder what Deaker will have to say about all that.

Now that WILL be interesting!

http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/3190394/Tony-Veitch-to-return-in-2010 I for one will be voting with my fingers and changing the dial when he is on.

What the 2B said.

Ridiculous decision.

w**ker.

I just emailed them some feedback too.

That's pretty apt. Doubt any woman will come anywhere near him ever again.

Whilst definately not condoning him but I am wondering what the hell is ex is about too.

In what way?

Taking the money etc. Sure the guy did seriously wrong but I am just trying to figure her role in this out.

well she had medical bills and lost income.  She clearly didn't want her personal life public, and that was a way of keeping it that way without other people asking.

Dale is a White Ribbon warrior.



Your picture was in the latest Police magazine too dale... At least I think it was you.. Doing that run?

Cheers. just been such a long time now, some things were a little rusty in my mind.

Quiet possible.  link?

Ill try and pull it up tomorrow at work. As its only available online there.

"While many things have changed over the past 18 months, my passion for sport remains the same. I've missed it desperately, and I now look forward to once again utilising my skills as a journalist and a broadcaster."

Those skills are debatable, but I suppose he should try and get on with his life....I guess....perhaps.

Just make sure you don't utilise your extensive skills as a pillock, t@sser and violent little pr!ck.

Thing I don't get is that he is going back to his old employer.  Usually when these things happen, the person will end up at some second rate competitior.

Old boys' club?

He sprung to mind.

2ndBest2009-12-24 09:46:10

He's a t**ser, bad move Radio Sport.

i see his role is ..."sports-news bulletin presenter and journalist for Newstalk ZB and Radio Sport"

I hope so much he has to read a story about domestic violence on his first day back.

Apparently the onwer of radio sports is close friends with Tony.

I wonder if he'll carry on bagging the Nix, if my memory serves me right.

That would be his alleged "skills as a broadcaster and journo" at work then.

I remember season 1, he'd take the piss and see us in competition with thugby rather than as an alternative to it.

The price he has had to pay is far greater than most who do the same thing.If your an All Black it will get swept under the carpet.

I dont condone in any way what he did but he has been the victim of a very vicious campaign against him.

Will at least add some life to what has become a very dull radio sport at times.

Yeah. Has done the time. Give him a break.