New Zealand is set to ban military style weapons in the wake of last week’s mass shooting in Christchurch which saw 50 people killed.
Prime Minister Ardern said she expects new legislation to be in place by 11 April, saying: "Our history changed forever. Now, our laws will too."
An amnesty has been imposed so the owners of affected weapons can hand them in, and a buy-back scheme will follow.
Ms Ardern says the buy-back could cost up to NZ$200m, but that is the price the nation must pay to ensure the safety of their communities.