COVID-19: Protesters march through Auckland causing 'traffic disruption'

Protesters have marched through Auckland's Newmarket on Saturday in a demonstration against vaccine mandates.

Over 1000 at the Auckland Domain before midday before setting off along Carlton Gore Road and Broadway and ending up at Government House in Epsom.

Named by its organisers 'the Mass Exodus', protesters were seen sporting signs opposing Government control and attacking Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.

COVID-19: Protesters march through Auckland causing 'traffic disruption'
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Police told Newshub in a statement they continue to closely monitor the protest activity in Auckland today, which they said caused some "traffic disruption".

"Our focus remains balancing the safety of all protesters and the public, with the right to peacefully protest," a spokesperson said.

"We would like to thank members of the public who have deferred their travel today. We also acknowledge those that have been inconvenienced. 

"Police will follow-up any incidents of offending or concern identified during the protest activity."