Woman vows to pick up controversial flag at Nelson art exhibition

Wednesday 28 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 28 May 2025, 7:26pm

In this story Diane Prince, Suter Art Gallery

Ruth Tipu has pledged to pick up a New Zealand flag from the floor of the Suter Art Gallery every day. The artwork, which features the words "Please walk on me", has sparked public debate. Deputy Mayor Rohan O’Neill-Stevens has defended the installation's role in challenging perspectives.

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1. StuffWed 28 May 2025, 4:59pm

   Woman picks up controversial ‘walk on me’ flag (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 28 May 2025, 7:26pm

   Suter Gallery: Woman vows to pick controversial flag from the floor every day in Nelson protest (opens in new tab)