Who Is Behind Wellington’s Growing Stop Tiaki Wai Campaign?

A campaign against Wellington’s new water provider is gaining momentum as residents face unwelcome new water charges.

Stop Tiaki Wai has attracted thousands of online followers and brought hundreds of people onto the streets. Protesters recently marched from Wellington City Council to Parliament, carrying their opposition to the new bills into the city’s political center.

The campaign has emerged as the leading public voice against the new provider. Its growing profile has also drawn scrutiny because of links to a controversial election campaign and other fringe movements.