Following Tragedy, Air New Zealand Cancels Regional Flights to/from Christchurch

Following Tragedy, Air New Zealand Cancels Regional Flights to/from Christchurch

Last night we were struck by tragedy yet again within a week. Two or more men attacked two mosques in the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, killing at least 49 people and leaving many in critical condition. My sincerest condolences to the families of those affected by this tragedy and do hope that it further advocates for gun control across world. There is absolutely no place for gun violence anywhere.

I have visited Christchurch on each of my recent trips to New Zealand and found it to be one of the friendliest places on the planet, just like the country it is a part of. The people of Christchurch are both kind and resilient as they recover from another tragedy.

a building with a broken roof

Anyway, because of the incidents that have unfolded in Christchurch, Air New Zealand has chosen to cancel most regional flights in and out of the city. Please do check your reservation before arriving at the airport because many other flights to New Zealand have been delayed or affected. And expect longer than usual security lines at all of NZ’s airports as heightened security measures take effect.

My thoughts are with the people of Christchurch and New Zealand as they continue to recover from this tragedy and the 2011 earthquake. Think twice before picking up or using up a gun for any reason. I’m sure New Zealand will respond quickly to its gun control issues much like Australia did earlier in the decade

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