Thousands gather to remember Grace Millane

Thousands of New Zealanders gathered at vigils around the country on Wednesday night to remember Grace Millane. The body of the British backpacker was found in bushland in the Waitakere Ranges on Sunday after she went missing on the eve of her 22nd birthday. Nelson Kaumatua, Archdeacon Andy Joseph paid special tribute to Grace's father, David Millane, who was seen in the huge crowd at the Auckland vigil last night. Mr Millane has on behalf of the family thanked New Zealand for its outpouring of love, numerous messages, tributes and compassion. Mr Joseph's closing prayer acknowledged him, and all fathers with daughters. Mr Millane said he and his brother Martin will leave for the UK this weekend and will take Ms Millane's body home with them.