scczen_a_250713nzhrgrmood15_620x310.jpg Former National Party leader Dr Don Brash was at the launch. Photo: NZ HeraldA sword-wielding man who had a child with him allegedly stormed an Auckland Council candidate's launch, yelling hysterically and making threats. David Rankin launched his campaign in Glendene yesterday with support from former National Party leader Dr Don Brash. One News and Te Karere crews were also present at the launch, according to Rankin. A man got out of car nearby and approached the group wielding a large sword, Rankin said.

Source: Otago Daily Times August 22, 2016 21:22 UTC