Jackie Wheeler’s family have provided the following photo for media to use.

The family will not be providing further comment and ask that their privacy be respected as they grieve.

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Please attribute to Superintendent Naila Hassan, Waitematā District Commander:

Two protest groups gathered in central Auckland have now dispersed.

From the outset, Police have been clear that there would be no unlawful access on to the motorway network or Auckland Harbour Bridge.

In Victoria Park, at its peak Police estimate 1,200 people gathered and marched to our Fanshawe Street cordon, before dispersing.

No arrests have been made today.

The following is a statement on behalf of the family of Susan Knowles.

Sue was a mother, sister, aunty, grandmother, and loving wife. Her grandkids called her Granna, she was a friend to many and loved by all.

In many ways she was larger than life and will be dearly missed.

Sue had a positive impact on so many people’s lives, through her work and her hobbies outside of work.

We like to refer to her as an active relaxer, somebody who was always on the go and looking for her next adventure.

The following is a statement on behalf of Natallia and Carmine, Sharon’s mum and dad:

Our hearts are broken following the passing of our beautiful daughter Sharon Maccanico.

Sharon was born in Italy. At age 3, she moved to Australia and at age 8, moved to New Zealand.

This was where her passion for dance began. Sharon wanted to be a professional dancer, and she would often practice for hours every day.

She participated in seven solo competitions at regional and national level and won all seven. Last year she also won an international competition in Belarus.

The recovery effort at Mount Maunganui following last week’s landslide remains ongoing today, as the operation moves into week two.

Superintendent Tim Anderson, Bay of Plenty District Commander says this has been a challenging operation for everybody involved.

“As this operation reaches week two, it gives a great indication of the sheer scale of what we are working with here.”

Police continue to call on staff from out of district

The following is a statement on behalf of Lisa’s husband, Travis:

We are absolutely devastated following the loss of our beloved Lisa.

Lisa was a cherished daughter, mother, aunty, sister, grandmother (Nan Nan) and wife, and we all loved her dearly.

Lisa was very spontaneous and adventurous. She was always looking for new things to do and would never shy away from a challenge.

Aucklanders are advised of possible delays on part of the motorway network and roads near the central city, on Saturday, due to protest activity.

A large-scale Police operation will be running to prevent any unpermitted pedestrian access to the Auckland Harbour Bridge or motorway network.

The Freedom and Rights Coalition’s permit to march on the bridge was declined in December by New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.

Police have clearly advised the group that it will not facilitate access for the group.

Attributable to Detective Kelsey Smith:

Police acknowledge the sentence handed down to patched Mongrel Mob member Lou Daniel Harmer today in Napier District Court.

Mr Harmer was sentenced to 12 years and 6 months imprisonment for significant sexual offending, after being found guilty on 14 counts of charges relating to sexual offending against multiple young girls.

We are pleased to see justice done for his victims who had the bravery to come forward and tell their stories.

Standing up to an abuser to relate their account requires a huge amount of courage.