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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