Thousands of people have gathered around the country at vigils tonight to pay tribute to Grace Millane and reflect on a tragedy which has deeply affected many.
Ten vigils are being held in nine cities across the country from Auckland to Dunedin, including two in the city where Miss Millane was murdered.
Ceremonies were also being held in Hamilton, Rotorua, New Plymouth, Wellington, Nelson, Blenheim, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Two minutes of silence was observed at St Patrick's Cathedral Square in the Auckland CBD.
Anna Campbell, White Ribbon vigil leader, said this was a chance for New Zealanders to take a stand against violence.
“We all know that Grace’s story didn’t end how it should have because we let her down,” she told the crowd at St Patrick's Cathedral Square.
“To the Millane family, we are so, so sorry for your loss. No one should have to experience the pain that you’re feeling now. As a country, we didn’t do our job to keep your daughter safe.
“Your pain is our country’s shame.”