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Pride event protesters ‘went too far’: Luxon

Last updated: February 15, 2025 5:08 pm
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon expressed disapproval of the protesters affiliated with Destiny Church for disrupting Pride events in Auckland. Luxon stated that the protesters “went too far” in their actions. Meanwhile, Brian Tamaki, the leader of Destiny Church, encouraged the protesters to disrupt the events further by storming the library where a drag king children’s reading event was taking place.

The protests by the ‘Man Up’ group linked to Destiny Church caused disturbance at various Pride events over the weekend. At a library in West Auckland, around 30 adults and young children had to be barricaded into a room to protect them from the disruptive protesters. Video footage showed members of the Destiny Church group pushing and shoving staff at the Te Atatū Community Centre. The same group also disrupted the Rainbow Parade in Ponsonby by briefly blocking Ponsonby Rd.

Luxon emphasized New Zealand’s values of diversity and condemned the protesters’ behavior as going against those values. He stated that the country is enriched by its diversity and that such actions are not reflective of the inclusive society New Zealand strives to be.

In response to the protests, Labour leader Chris Hipkins criticized Brian Tamaki, referring to him as “just a boy” on social media. Hipkins emphasized that real men show respect, compassion, and love, rather than resorting to threats and intimidation.

Tamaki, on the other hand, expressed pride in the protesters’ actions and called the Rainbow Parade a national disgrace. He encouraged the disruption of the library event and continued to criticize the Pride festivities.

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Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown also condemned Destiny Church’s actions, labeling them as “totally unacceptable.” He emphasized the importance of freedom of speech and peaceful protest but stated that intimidating council staff and community members is unacceptable.

Auckland Pride, in response to the protests, condemned the actions and expressed solidarity with those affected. The organization highlighted the challenges faced by Takatāpui and Rainbow Communities and encouraged vigilance in the face of hate and violence.

Overall, the protests by the Destiny Church group at Pride events in Auckland sparked controversy and condemnation from political leaders and community organizations. The disruptions highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by marginalized communities and the importance of standing against hate and violence.

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