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Anti-transgender activist Kellie-Jay Keen-Minshull may be prevented from entering the country following riots in Australia at her event.
An anti-transgender activist may not be allowed into the country after her appearance in Melbourne sparked violent clashes between her supporters and groups protesting the rally.
Kellie-Jay Keen-Minshull, also known as Posie Parker, is due to hold events in Auckland and Wellington this weekend.
The latest speaking event in Melbourne resulted in LGBTI activists clashing with the Keen-Minshull supporters, some of whom were seen throwing Nazi salutes on the steps of the state’s Parliament buildings.
Immigration NZ said Keen-Minshull’s entry into the country was now under review after the weekend’s events.
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As a British national, Keen-Minshull did not need a visa to enter the country. However, her waiver may be lifted, requiring her to apply for a visa, which has requirement that holders must not be a risk to New Zealand’s security or public order.
A police spokesperson said they were aware of Keen-Minshull’s events planned for Wellington and Auckland
Police would be present to monitor and respond to any issues that might arise, and to minimise disruption to the wider public.
In a post on their Facebook page, the New Zealand chapter of Speak up for Women, a group that shares Keen-Minshull’s anti-transgender views, said they would be attending the events, but were opposed to Nazis in every way and did not wish them to attend.
“We are a non-partisan women’s rights group and we simply wish to attend and #LetWomenSpeak,” the post said.
More to come.
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