5 Apr 2024

Hundreds march on Parliament demanding climate action

5:38 pm on 5 April 2024

From Whangārei to Invercargill, thousands were expected to take to the streets in Friday's climate strike.

But it is not just about the climate crisis: The event is led by a coalition including Toitū Te Tiriti, Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa, and School Strike 4 Climate.

They have six demands. To keep the ban on oil and gas exploration, end the Fast Track Approvals Bill, toitū te Tiriti o Waitangi, climate education for all, lower the voting age to 16 and to "free Palestine".

Climate protesters take to Parliament.

Friday's climate strike. Photo: RNZ/Samuel Rillstone

Recap the protests with RNZ's blog:

  • Prime Minister lays out his priority list for next three months
  • Auckland protesters hold empty plates to highlight hunger in Gaza
  • Waitangi Day 2024: Thousands of visitors, one clear message
  • 'Adults are not doing their job' - Youth call for climate action at protests