Hundreds of people have been demonstrating and chanting in central Christchurch today in support of transgender rights.
Today's demonstration comes a day after controversial anti-trans campaigner Posie Parker had to be escorted away before she could speak at her Auckland event, as more than 2000 protesters outnumbered her supporters.
Several hundred demonstrators in Christchurch - many holding placards and rainbow flags - gathered near the Bridge of Remembrance late this morning.
A group of counter protestors from the Destiny Church group 'Man Up' were at the scene, with police and rally organisers keeping both groups separated.
A speaker from Man Up was shouted down when he attempted to speak.
