Prime Minister John Key has delivered a personal message to the mothers whose children have been left fatherless as a result of the Pike River mine tragedy.

His was one of several moving tributes to a gathering of around 11,000 mourners who packed Greymouth's Omoto Racecourse for the official Remembrance Service of the 29 miners lost in the November 19 blast.

Are you happy with the authorities handling of the Pike River mine blast? Here is the latest selection of Your Views:

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  2. Kiwistu says
    "They should be commended for their handling of the tragedy. They showed committment to the avoidance of any more deaths and handled the whole tragic event with extreme dignity."
  3. Henk says
    "I have a brother down there and I can tell you that I will not attend a memorial service till I see a body. The rescuers should continue as fast as possible to get to the men."
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