Right Wing Resistance
The Right Wing Resistance, a right wing group described as neo-nazi,[1] was founded by Kyle Chapman in Christchurch with a group of white nationalists. Its introduction to the New Zealand public was its Christchurch Street Patrols in October 2009, which appeared to target Polynesian youths.[2]
It attempted 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[edit]
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 happen.[7]
References[edit]
- ^ Muir, Nickie (5 February 2014). "Nickie Muir: Proving just so hard to resist". Northern Advocate. Retrieved 11 November 2014.
- ^ Ian Steward (26 October 2009). "Right wing vigilantes on patrol in Christchurch". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
- ^ "Anti-Asian group says campaign is to recruit members". TV New Zealand. 11 May 2011. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
- ^ Keith Lynch (12 January 2011). "White supremacist flyers offend". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Archived from the original on 13 January 2011. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
- ^ "Right-wing group investigated for 'Asian invasion' flyer". 3 News. 11 May 2011. Retrieved 2 October 2011.
- ^ Tim Hume (25 October 2009). "Far-right leader Kyle Chapman returns". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 13 March 2011.
- ^ CHARLIE GATES (23 November 2011). "'Guerrillas' in camo gear 'spoil' meeting". Stuff.co.nz. Fairfax New Zealand. Retrieved 23 November 2011.
