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Gisborne Mayor says members of Destiny Church have long threatened to paint over the rainbow crossing and their actions last night only fuels hatred and division between people.
A group of Destiny Church members blocked off Gladstone Road and painted a layer of white over the crossing Monday evening.
They're opposed to drag queen storytelling and performances for young people 16 and over at the city's library and are expected to protest outside the library Tuesday afternoon.
Destiny Church leader Brian Tamaki has posted his full support.
Rehette Stoltz says the council will not stand for the vandalism and aggression against the rainbow community.
Stoltz spoke to Charlotte Cook.