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Ghazaleh Golbakhsh

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Ghazaleh Golbakhsh is a writer and filmmaker based in Auckland. She is currently undertaking her PhD and was once made fun of by Prince William in a nightclub.

Iran protest in Aotea Square, Auckland (Photo: Negar Shirazi)

What’s happening in Iran right now?

And what we can do to show support from New Zealand.

By Ghazaleh Golbakhsh | 27th September, 2022

‘They speak English and have good lamb’: a Kiwi immigrant’s story

‘They speak English and have good lamb’: a Kiwi immigrant’s story

Thirty years ago this weekend, writer and filmmaker Ghazaleh Golbakhsh arrived in New Zealand with her family, immigrants from war torn Iran. Inspired by Duncan Garner's recent outburst, she reflects on life so far as an immigrant New Zealander.

By Ghazaleh Golbakhsh | 17th October, 2017

Why is The Block NZ so damn white?

Why is The Block NZ so damn white?

Property porn addict Ghazaleh Golbakhsh takes the premiere of The Block NZ out for a spin.

By Ghazaleh Golbakhsh | 26th June, 2017

Beyond The Bachelor: Ranking all the free to air dating shows your heart can handle

Beyond The Bachelor: Ranking all the free to air dating shows your heart can handle

Now that The Bachelor NZ roses have wilted, Ghazaleh Golbakhsh rounds up some of the best dating shows to fill the aching void in your heart.

By Ghazaleh Golbakhsh | 29th May, 2017

Help! I’m addicted to watching property porn!

Help! I’m addicted to watching property porn!

Ghazaleh Golbakhsh can’t stop watching property porn, from Location, Location, Location to The Block NZ. As a lifelong renter, she wonders why she bothers.

By Ghazaleh Golbakhsh | 21st April, 2017