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Images: Welly Turns Out In a Riot of Red for Burma
Welly Turns Out In a Riot of Red for Burma
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Events took place in every major city in the world at 12 noon on Saturday 6th October, as part of the 'Global day of action for Burma'. In Wellington as well as a very colourful turnout from the local Burmese community there were speeches from local Labour MP Marian Hobbs, Green MP Sue Kedgley, Ced Simpson from Amnesty International and Ross Wilson from the NZCTU. The event was co-ordinated by Yadana Saw (below) a member of Wellington's Burmese community.
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The crowd was also
treated to a few kiwi classics put through the musical
wringer in a harmonious way by Wellington's Ukelele
orchestra. Attendees to the vigil were able to listen to a
message of support for the Burmese people sent via
blackberry from the Prime Minister. Fans of kiwi comedy and
human rights would have been pleased to know that the
Director and stars of 'Eagle Vs Shark' were willing to
express their support for the beleagured Burmese
monks
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