02 Mar 2023 | 04:59 AM UTC
New Zealand: Environmental activists to protest in multiple cities March 3 /update 1
Environmental activists to protest in multiple cities across New Zealand March 3. Increased security likely, localized disruptions possible.
Event
Environmental activists plan to protest in multiple cities across New Zealand March 3 as part of the Global Climate Strike Movement. Organizers have called for protests in the following cities:
Auckland: Britomart Station 15:00
Christchurch: Cathedral Square 15:00
Dunedin: The Octagon 15:00
Nelson: Trafalgar Street 15:00
New Plymouth: Puke Ariki Landing Park 12:00
Palmerston North: The Square 15:00
Wellington: Civic Square 14:30
Related actions may also be staged in other major urban centers, however, organizers have not yet confirmed further details. The protests are could draw up to several hundred participants.
Authorities will likely monitor the events and may attempt to disperse the gatherings if they are especially disruptive. While the gatherings will probably remain peaceful, minor isolated skirmishes cannot be ruled out. Activists may march along and block roadways, prompting localized transport and business disruptions.
Advice
Exercise caution near protest sites. Depart the area at the first sign of security disturbance. Seek alternative routes to circumvent related transport disruptions and allow additional time to reach destinations. Do not attempt to navigate around protester-erected roadblocks; allow police to dismantle them before proceeding. Plan accordingly for localized business disruptions. Heed instructions from authorities.
