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Australian Brenton Tarrant, 28, appeared in a Christchurch court today charged with murder.

'We have to own this' – Andrew Little vows no stone will be left unturned in Christchurch terror attack investigations

The Minister responsible for intelligence agencies GCSB and SIS says a 24/7 operation is underway.

'We have to own this' – Andrew Little vows no stone will be left unturned in Christchurch terror attack investigations

The Minister responsible for intelligence agencies GCSB and SIS says a 24/7 operation is underway.
03:09
They came with signs, candles and flowers and performed an emotional haka.

School students from across Christchurch hold Hagley Park vigil to honour terror victims in show of unity
Members of NZ's Tongan community outside Auckland's Imran Reza Mosque

New Zealand's Tongan community throwing support behind Muslim families
07:22
The National Party leader discussed the new political reality in the aftermath of Friday’s terror attack.

'We know that change is required' - Simon Bridges vows to work with Government on tightening gun laws
03:30
John Sear has left a trail of unhappy customers, who are owed tens of thousands of dollars.

Fair Go: Looking for answers from Dunedin builder John Sear
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Fire at Kaitaia Gun Club being investigated

The blaze in a small building has now been extinguished.

Fire at Kaitaia Gun Club being investigated

The blaze in a small building has now been extinguished.
00:26
Artist Paul Walsh created the tribute to Naeem Rashid in Auckland’s Avondale.

Man killed trying to take down gunman in Christchurch terror attack honoured with Auckland mural

Christchurch mosque shooting survivor made desperate calls to family as massacre played out

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02:26
David Tipple revealed Gun City had done business with alleged murderer Brenton Tarrant.

'Our world changed forever' - Winston Peters backs plan to toughen gun laws
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Man arrested after three people shot dead in Utrecht, Netherlands in suspected terror attack

Five others have been injured during the incident on a tram.

Man arrested after three people shot dead in Utrecht, Netherlands in suspected terror attack

Five others have been injured during the incident on a tram.
Theresa May urged the British Commons to back her 'improved deal'.

UK speaker stymies Theresa May's bid for third vote on Brexit deal

US paediatrician sentenced to at least 79 years' jail for sexually assaulting 31 children

Over 1,000 feared dead after cyclone slams into Mozambique
02:47
The social media giant is facing mounting pressure to change the way it operates.

Broadcasting Christchurch mosque shooting video may have breached Australia's media rules
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00:43
Atta Elayyan's teammates gathered in an emotional ceremony.

Tributes paid to NZ futsal goalkeeper tragically killed in Christchurch mosque attacks - 'He was a truly exceptional human being'

Atta Elayyan's teammates gathered in an emotional ceremony.

Tributes paid to NZ futsal goalkeeper tragically killed in Christchurch mosque attacks - 'He was a truly exceptional human being'

Atta Elayyan's teammates gathered in an emotional ceremony.
Silver ferns Maria Folau (C looks to shoot during the Netball Quad Series Silver Ferns vs South Africa at the ASB Baypark arena in Tauranga on Tuesday the 18th September 2018. Copyright Photo by Marty Melville / www.Photosport.nz

Silver Ferns to face men's side in World Cup warm up tournament
Samoa's Danny Tusitala celebrates his try with teammates

Wallabies, Samoa to face off in final warm-up before Rugby World Cup
00:45
Only just returning from a hip injury, Squire will now have another stint on the sidelines.

Liam Squire out for eight to 10 weeks, Highlanders coach confirms: 'He's had some poor luck'
00:56
The Highlanders coach played for Linwood Rugby Club, and has spoken about Friday's horrifying events.

'My heart sunk' – Proud Cantabrian Aaron Mauger reflects on Christchurch attacks
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Dev Patel at the screening of "Hotel Mumbai" Sunday, March 17, 2019, in New York.

Hotel Mumbai suspended from NZ cinemas in wake of Christchurch terror attacks

The film deals with a terrorist attack in India in 2008.

Hotel Mumbai suspended from NZ cinemas in wake of Christchurch terror attacks

The film deals with a terrorist attack in India in 2008.

One Direction star Louis Tomlinson's sister dies aged 18

David Schwimmer didn't like Marcel the monkey on Friends, Matt Le Blanc reveals
05:18
Director Tainui Tukiwaho and sound curator Laughton Kora joined Breakfast to talk about Astroman, described as a mix between Karate Kid and Boy.

Pacman, Poi E and Prince are back as Astroman creators discuss theatre show's 'love letter to the 80s'

Luke Perry and fiancee had planned summer wedding before his death
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02:26
David Tipple revealed Gun City had done business with alleged murderer Brenton Tarrant.

'Our world changed forever' - Winston Peters backs plan to toughen gun laws

Jacinda Ardern yesterday confirmed gun laws will be toughened after the terror attack at Christchurch mosques.

'Our world changed forever' - Winston Peters backs plan to toughen gun laws

Jacinda Ardern yesterday confirmed gun laws will be toughened after the terror attack at Christchurch mosques.
01:04
Jacinda Ardern said “we cannot ignore” that there are people who do not hold the values of the majority of New Zealanders.

Racism 'something we're going to have to confront as a nation'

00:34
Jacinda Ardern would not announce the changes however, as "some detail" were needed to be worked through.

PM: Cabinet agrees on gun law reform 'in principle', inquiry and national commemoration
00:30
The Senator has drawn criticism after his comments towards Muslims after the Christchurch shooting.

GoFundMe page raises over $40,000 for internet sensation 'Egg Boy'
11:04
After an act of cowardice, we bring you the stories of courage and heroism. And, as we discover, while this terrorist aimed to divide our communities, we’re more united than ever.

Jessica Mutch McKay: Covering terror attacks, 'adjusting to a new reality'
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Fair Go: Police called as show tries to track down car dealer Paul Tweedie

Stephen and Kelly’s car purchase turned into a nightmare after the transmission conked out.

Fair Go: Police called as show tries to track down car dealer Paul Tweedie

Stephen and Kelly’s car purchase turned into a nightmare after the transmission conked out.

02:03
Ginny Fagan had a plan to make a bouquet for each of the 50 victims but needed some extra pairs of hands.

Christchurch florist creates 50 bouquet tributes to victims of mosque attacks
Instagram, Whatsapp and Facebook are suffering issues.

Facebook apologises for outage, still not clear what happened
02:02
But some businesses now face an uncertain future.

Expectations high in Taranaki as Government set to reveal plans to transition away from oil and gas
Wellington houses (file picture).

Real estate agents fear effects of insurance difficulties in capital
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