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How low is too low? The debate over NZ helicopter altitude limits
Flying high: NZDF helicopters can fly as low as 100ft – why can't civilian craft?
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'We have to make this work' – boss of Govt's new AI and quantum computing agency
The NZ Institute for Advanced Technology has 11 staff and a mandate to hire up to 25.
The big national security questions that will confront the new Government
OPINION: NZ should assume America stays in the Pacific and prepare in case it doesn't.
How Navy expertise contributed to NZ's biggest cocaine import attempt
Darren Katipa had a high-level national security clearance. He's now in prison.
Rotorua air cadet to run 42km in uniform to support veterans
Luke Wilmoth joined the Rotorua Air Cadets at 15 and met veterans at ceremonial events.
NZDF tenders for new $20 million polar drone
The drone would launch mainly from Navy ship Aotearoa and fly 100 nautical miles.
Air Force shares pictures from rescue of Hawke’s Bay teen missing after school hike in Ruahine Forest Park
The RNZAF was involved in the large search that brought a Hawke's Bay teen home safely.
School going through 'incredibly tough time' after 7-year-old swept out to sea
His family have described him as talented at sports with a promising future.
Niue imposes total burn ban amid ‘imminent threat’ of drought
Wildfires in several areas have damaged Niue’s water infrastructure and plantations.
Defence Force omitted critical findings on Air Force chief rumour
The Chief of Defence didn't know until the Herald asked – then the inquiry was launched.
Soldier guilty of attempted espionage finally named after court rejects his fears of retaliation
Jack Captein gave restricted NZDF documents to an undercover officer posing as an agent.
Homemade bomb found in stolen vehicle at Mt Eden tow yard
The item has been destroyed and police say there was no wider risk to the public.
Potentially explosive item found inside vehicle in central Auckland
The NZDF explosive ordnance disposal team was notified.
NZ aerospace and drone industries encouraged to develop stronger defence ties
Defence ties are seen as the key to the NZ aerospace sector's next great leap forward.
Government agencies spend more than $1 million on Modi’s visit
More than 10,000 members of the Indian community attended the Spark Arena event.
How big is NZ's space industry? A look as it gears for conference protests
The fast-growing space sector has its annual meet-up amid controversy.
Psychologist who worked with OT, Youth Court charged with sexual offences against young men
The charges relate to five complainants and alleged offending from 1996 to 2005.
Watch: Footage shows dramatic rescue after whale strike sinks yacht
The crew spent seven hours adrift in a life raft before being rescued.
Four sailors rescued after yacht strikes whale in South Pacific
The sailors spent several hours stranded in a life raft before being rescued.
Ex-NZSAS soldier dies in Africa weeks after exiting Defence Force
The Kiwi endurance athlete and mountaineer left the Defence Force in August.
Farewell to an Original: NZSAS legend and Defence Chief dies at 94
Soldiers praise Sir John Mace's 41-year military career and years of service beyond.
New Zealand agrees to put almost $24m into military satellite US is building
The 12th satellite is not expected to launch before 2028.
Verdicts returned in NZ Navy lieutenant rape trial
A woman alleged she was raped three times in one night while the officer was overseas.
Navy lieutenant facing rape charges scrutinised over memory of ‘unremarkable’ night
The lieutenant says the complainant made up the allegations after their split.