A whole life sentence has never been imposed in New Zealand but it seems likely the prosecution will call for one for the Christchurch gunman.
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The Christchurch gunman’s surprise guilty plea makes him the first person convicted of terrorism in New Zealand. A legal expert explains what will happen next in the sentencing process.
Haji-Daoud Nabi was a lifelong friend, who helped inspire my research in Afghanistan on how violent events shape people’s sense of community. I never thought my work would one day apply at home in NZ.
The US, Russia and China haven’t backed the NZ-led Christchurch Call to crackdown on online extremism. Without them, and key non-western media, the initiative is unlikely to make enough difference.
Rather than unifying the country, it appears the government’s overreach on gun legislation has paved the way for distrust and division.
My assessment is that there are about 150 to 300 core right-wing activists in New Zealand. This might sound modest – but proportionate to population, it’s similar to extremist numbers in Germany.
In the wake of last year’s Christchurch mosque attacks, New Zealand’s intelligence agencies must become more transparent in their reporting on the risk of right-wing terrorism.
The Australian Communication and Media Authority’s report into the conduct of Australian media in the aftermath of the Christchurch shootings is nuanced but very tame.
Racism online is hurtful and damaging. But it can also spill into the real world with deadly consequences – such as the Christchurch terrorism attack.
Before proceedings against the alleged perpetrator of the Christchurch terror attacks can go ahead, the court will have to establish whether he is fit to stand trial.
Being seen to lead is clearly an important political aspect of managing online content. But internet regulation must focus on creating policy that is clear, accountable, balanced and open to appeals.
After the Christchurch mosque shootings, New Zealand’s prime minister didn’t start a war on terror. She covered her head, cried, paid for funerals and passed gun control. Is it because she’s a woman?
New Zealand’s response to the Christchurch mosque attacks is seen as a new way of reacting to violent extremism. The challenge now is how to translate domestic cohesion into foreign policy.
It’s not your intent that matters when you’re considering your online behaviour – it’s the consequences that create the impact.
New Zealand’s response to the Christchurch terror attacks reinforced an image of an inclusive society, but we still have work to do.
The alleged perpetrator of the Christchurch terror attacks faces 50 charges of murder and 39 of attempted murder. His court appearance raises several issues, including whether media should name him.
In the weeks and months following mass trauma, such as the shootings in Christchurch, participating in physical activity can help individuals and communities deal with stress, anxiety and grief.
National regulation of free speech should be by governments, and not corporations, in order to be democratic.
Some of the earliest Muslims to settle in Christchurch during the 19th century have helped in the construction of Christchurch Cathedral and are part of the city’s history of Christianity.
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Professor of Law, University of Waikato
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Professor of Law, Auckland University of Technology
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Distinguished Professor, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Massey University
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Co-founder and director of Hate & Extremism Insights Aotearoa (HEIA) and director, Master of Conflict and Terrorism Studies, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
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Senior Analyst Te Arawhiti and founding member of the Middle East and Islamic Studies Aotearoa (MEISA) network, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
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Research Analyst, Hate & Extremism Insights Aotearoa, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
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Researcher, Hate & Extremism Insights Aotearoa, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
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Researcher, Hate & Extremism Insights Aotearoa, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
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Professor of Politics, Massey University
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Associate Professor of Political Science, Brock University
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Honorary Associate Professor, The University of Queensland
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Professor in Sociology of Sport and Gender, University of Waikato
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Adjunct Professor, Charles Sturt University
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Director, Tasmanian Institute of Law Enforcement Studies, University of Tasmania
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Professor specialising in Internet law, Bond University
