Police say a large operation is now underway in central Auckland as two planned protests take place in central Auckland today.
Protesters have begun gathering at Victoria Park, as part of the Destiny Church-affiliated Freedom and Rights Coalition rally.
The group had its bid to march across the Harbour Bridge denied.
A second Palestine solidarity rally is expected at Te Komititanga Square.
Toitū te Aroha spokesperson Bianca Ranson said the aim was to stand in solidarity with diverse communities across Aotearoa.
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