A march for love and hope has taken place in Christchurch honouring the victims of last week's mosque attack which killed 50 worshippers.
A march for love and hope has taken place in Christchurch honouring the victims of last week's mosque attack which killed 50 worshippers.
The 'March for Love' was organised by three school students who wanted to bring the community together in the fight against discrimination. The outpouring of compassion and grief in Christchurch shows no sign of slowing down, a major vigil is being held on Sunday night and the details of a national memorial service are being finalised.
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