Severe weather causes changes to public sector strike rally plans

Wednesday 22 October 2025 · 7 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 22 Oct 2025, 1:03pm

In this story Post Primary Teachers' Association

Public sector unions say Thursday's mega strike will proceed despite severe weather forecasts. While the strike remains scheduled, some outdoor rallies in Wellington and Dunedin have been cancelled or may change. Most Bay of Plenty schools are expected to close, though hospitals will remain open.

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1. Stuff via RNZWed 22 Oct 2025, 12:17pm

   Severe weather forces change to plans for mega strike rallies (opens in new tab)

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2. Otago Daily TimesWed 22 Oct 2025, 12:44pm

   Weather forces change to Dunedin mega strike (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldWed 22 Oct 2025, 1:03pm

   Mega strike: Most Bay of Plenty schools to close, hospitals stay open (opens in new tab)