If they continue to display the same behaviour at another location, they’ll be moved on from there too. The new orders will require a person to leave a specified area for a specified amount of time, up to 24 hours. “Some people may require support services, some may not. But keeping the city safe also requires practical enforcement tools. “This is a firm and practical step in the right direction, and we strongly support it.”

Source: New Zealand Herald February 21, 2026 22:50 UTC