Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver
A powerful committee of government officials is to convene at parliament over the ongoing protest and blockade.
ODESC, the Officials Committee for Domestic and External Security Coordination, will meet today.
A statement from the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet says the meeting is to "ensure there's a shared understanding of the situation and that all risks and potential implications have been identified".
Kathryn speaks with RNZ's Deputy Political Editor Craig McCulloch.
