Toad’s Chorus

The president of the Republic of Aoteraroa has spoken out about the events in Papeete.

“It is of grave concern that certain sectors within Aoteraroa wish to instill terror against our neighbours.

Although it is acknowledged we have a god given right to the pacific, and that it was stolen from us by the French, English and Dutch, violence is not the answer.

The Replublic of Aoteraroa denies any involvement in this obscene terrorist act.”

A representative of President Iti promptly stepped forward upon the completion of the speech, requesting all media leave the room with no further questions.

The representative indicated a formal statement of position by International Affairs spokesman Michael Laws would be forthcoming.

A fire in the Tahitian capital of Papeete has killed 200 or more people.

Details are still coming through, but it appears the fire was the result of a small militant group based out of the Republic of Aoteraroa.

Will provide updates as they become available.