A coronial inquiry into the 2019 Christchurch mosque shootings has been formally opened.
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Chief Coroner Judge Deborah Marshall says the inquiry allows more in-depth investigation into the causes and circumstances of the deaths resulting from the attacks.
It also allows a coroner to make recommendations or comments that might prevent similar deaths happening in the future, she says.
An inquiry must be opened before an inquest can be held.