Knowra Christchurch mosque shootings Christchurch mosque shootings A terrorist attack on 15 March 2019 in which a gunman killed 51 people at two Christchurch mosques and injured dozens. It was livestreamed and prompted major changes to New Zealand’s gun laws and online-content policies.
Al Noor Mosque : A mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand, attacked on 15 March 2019. The gunman killed 44 people there during the first part of the attack.
New Zealand gun law reform : Legislative changes in New Zealand that restricted civilian access to certain firearms after the attack. Parliament passed a ban on most military-style semi-automatic firearms within weeks.
Tarrant v R : The 2020 New Zealand sentencing judgment for the Christchurch mosque attacker. The court imposed life imprisonment without parole, the first sentence of its kind in New Zealand.
National remembrance service for the Christchurch mosque attacks : A public memorial service held in Christchurch on 29 March 2019 for those killed and affected. It brought victims’ families, Muslim communities, and national leaders together in mourning.
Linwood Islamic Centre : An Islamic place of worship in Christchurch, New Zealand. The second attack site, where seven people were killed.
New Zealand firearms buyback : A government program that compensated owners for firearms prohibited under New Zealand’s 2019 law. It was the practical mechanism for collecting many newly prohibited weapons.
Naeem Rashid : A Pakistani teacher killed while confronting the gunman at Al Noor Mosque. His actions became part of the public record of courage during the attack.
They Are Us : A proposed film about Jacinda Ardern’s response to the Christchurch mosque shootings. Its announcement prompted debate over whose perspective should frame the tragedy.
Facebook Live : A livestreaming feature on Facebook that broadcasts video in real time. The gunman used it to broadcast footage of the attack, which spread online.
Royal Commission of Inquiry into the terrorist attack on Christchurch mosques : A New Zealand public inquiry into the attack, the attacker, and relevant state agencies. Its 2020 report examined warning signs, agency practices, and recommendations for change.
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