By 1news.co.nz and is republished with permission.
The Wainuiomata community, near Wellington, has come together to protect their marae from some of Parliament’s displaced protesters overnight.
Locals guard Wainuiomata Marae against anti-mandate protesters. (Source: 1News)
People in Wainuiomata have been guarding the perimeter of the marae since the protesters showed up on Thursday.
A police helicopter was reported in the area on Thursday.
The marae is also registered to administer Covid-19 vaccines.
Other protesters set up camp at Shelly Bay.
Parliament grounds will be closed until police finish collecting evidence from their investigation and the site is cleared.
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