No mention of what they’re protesting but hopefully this isn’t some sort of attempt to repeat the literal shit-show from last year.
Edit: apparently it’s people gluing themselves to roads to promote trains. https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/national/traffic-disruption-warning-by-police-ahead-of-restore-passenger-rail-protest/
Just remember, there’s a large chunk of people who need to drive, for various reasons, and your assumption that everyone is driving because it’s easier for them isn’t really helpful.