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Amnesty International submission on the Arms Amendment Bill

Amnesty International supports the passing of the Arms (Prohibited Firearms, Magazines and Parts) Amendment Bill. We recommend that the New Zealand Government should establish a more robust system for the regulation of the possession and use of firearms and ammunition.

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14 September 2018

Soaring rate of youth held in New Zealand police cells

Increase in number of young people spending more than 24 hours in police cells 'unacceptable'.

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NZ Immigration Minister joins international calls for community-based refugee sponsorship

Amnesty International welcomes joint statement by Immigration Ministers committing to advancing community-based refugee sponsorship.

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Putting out the welcome mat for refugees

Refugees welcome mats in support of community sposnorship programme.

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The I Welcome Pledge: Communities coming together to welcome refugees

I Welcome Pledge to support inspiring community-led programme to welcome refugees.

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NZDF inquiry: Justice for survivors, accountability to the UN

Amnesty welcomes inquiry into 'Hit and Run' allegations.

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New Executive Director of Amnesty International New Zealand announced

Tony Blackett announced as new Executive Director.

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Tiny Ruins and Estère join global Give A Home gigs in Auckland and Wellington

Local acts sign up to be part of global Give a Home gigs in New Zealand.

ACTIVE Magazine: Term 3, 2017

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