The gang then spread to other major centres and rural towns throughout New Zealand.
Founder Reitu Harris was very politically aware, and during the early 1980s the gang gained some credibility; with social activist Denis O'Reilly joining, former judge Bill Maung acting as their political advisor[7] and Prime Minister Robert Muldoon meeting with them and helping them to find accommodation and form work trusts.
[8][4][9][10] The gang is now heavily involved in organised crime, such as drug manufacturing and dealing.
[14] The Black Power gang also has a strong presence on the Gold Coast of Queensland in Australia.
The patches usually feature a clenched fist which is a symbol of the American Black Power movement.