Right Wing Resistance

The Right Wing Resistance, a right wing group described as neo-nazi,[1] was founded in Christchurch by a group of white nationalists. Their first introduction to the New Zealand public was their Christchurch Street Patrols in October 2009, which appeared to target Polynesian youths.[2]

It has begun attempts to recruit further members in Auckland.[3] Press coverage has resulted from distributions of flyers comparing immigration to an invasion, which were called "despicable" by the Race Relations Commissioner.[4][5]

They have been known to help organise protests and other street activities alongside the National Front.[6]

2011 general election activities

During the 2011 general election campaign members of the group disrupted a candidates election meeting in Christchurch appearing in military-style clothing. They stated that they would protest at polling booths throughout New Zealand on election day; however, this did not eventuate.[7]

References

  1. Muir, Nickie (Feb 5, 2014). "Nickie Muir: Proving just so hard to resist". Northern Advocate. Retrieved 11 November 2014.
  2. Ian Steward (26 October 2009). "Right wing vigilantes on patrol in Christchurch". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
  3. "Anti-Asian group says campaign is to recruit members". TV New Zealand. 11 May 2011. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
  4. Keith Lynch (12 January 2011). "White supremacist flyers offend". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
  5. "Right-wing group investigated for 'Asian invasion' flyer". 3 News. 11 May 2011. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
  6. Tim Hume (25 October 2009). "Far-right leader Kyle Chapman returns". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
  7. CHARLIE GATES (2011-11-23). "'Guerrillas' in camo gear 'spoil' meeting". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 2011-11-23.

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