Hi Bryce,
No worries :-)
I just wanted to add my bit that's why i posted - I bet there were others who saw different aspects as well. Mine is just one angle.
You put forward what you remember and that's great as well - no disrespect intended by my post towards you at all.
It was a shocking moment for new Zealand actually - it shattered the image of a peaceful country after that.
Sadly, I don't live in NZ now but I would return there in an instant if I could, it's still an awesome place with awesome people. NZ'ers need to stand proud of who they are and how great their country is - you have a LOT to be proud of and can hold your heads high in this world.
Look at what your prime minister is doing now - he stands alone in the world and is making correct financial decisions while the rest of the world stupidly keep s spending. NZ'ers are unique and are always prepared to stand up for what's right rather than take the easy way out! Well done ALL of you.