Refugees And Migrants
'It's very hard to ask for the money' - families of mosque victims struggling
Some family members of the mosque shooting victims are struggling to make ends meet, as they're not eligible for ACC cover. So what's happened to the millions of dollars raised by the public in the… Audio
PM outlines terms of reference for mosque attacks inquiry
The prime minister says no stone will be left unturned in the Royal Commission into the Christchurch mosque attacks. Jacinda Ardern outlined the terms of reference at her weekly post-Cabinet media… Audio
Man caring for wife worries about paying bills
The husband of a woman severely injured in the Christchurch mosque shootings says he's worried about the couple's financial future. Mohammed Mashud hasn't been able to work since his wife was shot… Audio
Sir William Young to head Chch mosque shooting inquiry
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced Sir William Young as the head of the Royal Commission inquiry into the terror attack in which 50 people were killed and dozens injured in two Christchurch… Video, Audio
30 pray at Linwood mosque three weeks after shootings
About 30 people were at Linwood's mosque to pray today, three weeks after seven were killed in the shootings. Reporter Logan Church spoke to a visiting Imam from Melbourne, Rabih Baytie, about why it… Video, Audio
James Casson apologises for mosque comments
Hamilton city councillor James Casson arrived at a local mosque this afternoon to apologise after he made comments that the terrorist had won if people kept mourning and holding vigils, but he wasn't… Video, Audio
Families of mosque victims gather in court to see accused
Dozens of people gathered in the High Court today for the appearance of the accused mosque shooter, including one man who was shot in the attacks and came from hospital. Video, Audio
Dealing with immigration 'takes the shine off' NZ
Businesses say they are missing out on staff and immigrants are facing long waits for news as delays to visa processing continue.
RSA cancels plans to include Muslim prayer in ANZAC service
Titahi Bay RSA has cancelled plans to include a Muslim prayer at the end of its ANZAC service, after it received backlash from ex-servicemen and people online, including violent threats. Audio
Gun law reforms bulldozed through Parliament - ammunition dealer
An ammunition dealer says he'll sue the government if there's not fair compensation for those who have to hand in their guns under a buyback scheme that accompanies the new laws banning most… Video, Audio
Accused mosque shooter faces 50 murder charges
The gunman accused of carrying out the Christchurch mosque attacks will face 50 murder charges and 39 attempted murder charges when he appears in court tomorrow. Our reporter Logan Church joins us… Video, Audio
Words matter: It’s time to rethink hate speech laws
Opinion - We need to trust that reasonable hate speech laws and more attention to hate crimes in NZ will foster more conversations about tolerance and equality rather than erode freedoms, writes…
Refugee family says Dunedin accommodation making them sick
An Iraqi refugee says his family has had to endure cold and damp living conditions in Dunedin because Immigration NZ did not give them enough information about the home they were moving into.
Iraqi refugee family says Dunedin accommodation making them sick
A Iraqi refugee says his family has had to endure cold and damp living conditions in Dunedin because they weren't provided a full picture of the home they were moving into. Video, Audio
Welcoming refugees after the events of 15 March
In this episode of Voices; we find out how refugees are feeling after the Christchurch shootings. Produced by Claire Crofton. Audio
Little plans fast-track review of hate speech laws
Justice Minister Andew Little says he's fast-tracking a law review which could see hate crimes made a new legal offence.
Cat Stevens performs as NZ remembers March 15th
Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, performs at the National Remembrance Service at Hagley Park. Video, Audio
Hundreds of scarves handed out at National Remembrance Service
In the middle of the grief and sadness of today's remembrance service, one man was putting a smile on people's faces. Markus Hadipurnomo set up a small table in the entrance of the service and was… Video, Audio
Grieving for his cousin, a man paints as he mourns
While some people at today's service grieved by crying or hugging their loved ones....one man decided to paint. Aslan Haj Mustafa travelled to Christchurch from Jordan five days ago after he learnt… Video, Audio
Farid Ahmed embraces peace, love in shooting aftermath
One of the most stirring speeches at this morning's ceremony was from survivor Farid Ahmed, who lost his wife in the terror attack. Mr Ahmed, who uses a wheelchair, told the crowd he forgave the… Video, Audio
