New Zealand: Activists to stage demonstration at Aotea Square in Auckland 13:00-15:00 March 4

Event

Activists affiliated with the Chained Dog Awareness New Zealand organization plan to demonstrate at Aotea Square 13:00-15:00 March 4. The purpose of the action is to demand that the government ban the practice of dog chaining. If well attended, the gathering will likely attract hundreds of participants.

Authorities will likely increase security near Aotea Square and may attempt to disperse the gathering if it becomes overly disruptive. Associated localized transport disruptions are likely to occur within the immediate vicinity of the rally site, especially near Cook and Wellesley streets.

Advice

Avoid the demonstration as a standard security precaution. Allow extra time to reach destinations near Aotea Square as the demonstration is taking place. Heed all official transport and security advisories.