It is the strike that has divided a nation - is it a worthy cause for the country's kids to be undertaking or just a day off school?

Children from around the country are protesting today against climate change and what they see as inaction to prevent it.

Kiwi kids will join with more than 40 other countries in a global protest for action on climate change.

Protesters are demanding the Government "do more" to solve the issue of global warming.

2:22 - If you have any information about the incident in Christchurch email news@newshub.co.nz

2:20 - Those in Christchurch or at Hagley Park can keep up to date with the latest developments here: Gunshots heard near Hagley Park in Christchurch

2:12 - Police have confirmed shots have been fired in central Christchurch near Hagley Park. It happened at 1:40pm.

Armed police have been deployed and police are urging locals to remain indoors and report any suspicious behaviour to 111.

2:07- There are reports of an incident in central Christchurch, which is reportedly affecting the climate protest.