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'Tepid reminders': Ex-NZSAS boss blasts NZDF chiefs
A former NZSAS commander questions the NZDF's ability to fight as Ron Mark demands change.
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Body found in search for man missing after falling overboard on Fiordland lake
The man was reported overboard about 1km offshore on Lake Manapōuri.
'Massive security threat': Defence Force pays $4.2m for church overlooking naval base, warships
All parties to the July sale have signed non-disclosure 'gag' agreements.
Navy vessel spills up to 300 litres of oil into Akaroa Harbour
The HMNZS Te Kaha was anchored in the harbour when the oil spill happened.
Ministry considers uses of AI in war, ex-Air Force MP says front line wants more people and bullets
Officials were quizzed by an former airman about the use of AI in combat.
Tauranga robotics company to supply NZ Defence Force with drones
The air, land and sea drones will be trialled by the Army and the Navy.
Senior Navy officer found not guilty of encouraging junior to kiss her
The charge carried a maximum penalty of up to two years in prison.
Navy panel deliberates on alleged kiss request by senior officer
The unnamed officer faces up to two years in prison if found guilty.
Navy officer wanted to 'hide in a bush' after alleged incident with senior officer, court martial told
Under cross-examination, the officer agreed drinking could have affected his memory.
NZ Navy officer faces court martial over allegedly encouraging junior to kiss them
The charge carries a maximum possible prison sentence of up to two years.
Watch: Three rescued from ocean near Tolaga Bay
A Royal New Zealand Air Force P-8A Poseidon spotted the trio, who had spent hours clinging to a lifejacket on Wednesday.
Did NZ shortchange Samoa over Manawanui wreck payout?
Experts say the $6m payout may cover only about 10% of clean-up costs.
NZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warships
The Royal New Zealand Navy vessel was helping enforce UN sanctions against North Korea.
'One of the biggest agreements': Hamilton VR firm lands global defence deal
Company-X’s VR training is already used by the Royal New Zealand Navy.
'Totally unsuitable': Inside the NZDF's crumbling housing conditions
The $2.5b plan aims to fix decades of decay in defence housing and bases.
Govt pledges $4b for Devonport Naval Base in major upgrade of flood-prone, mouldy defence estate
The Defence Force warns 70% of its infrastructure has less than 20 years of working life.
Judith Collins confirms KC probe found no wrongdoing by senior NZDF officer
The complaint was lodged in 2023 but a formal inquiry didn't start until July 2025.
Memorial for Gisborne WWII airman and crew unveiled in Wales
Sub-Lieutenant Appleby, 24, died when his Avenger crashed in Wales in 1944.
Govt pays Samoa $6m over HMNZS Manawanui sinking
The RNZN ship sank on October 6 last year after striking a reef and catching fire.
Behind the scenes at Mount Maunganui’s Syos as it triples staff
Syos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.
Fit to fight? Navy boss orders Kiwi sailors stop boozing after multiple incidents
Incidents in NZ and offshore lead to investigations and orders to stop unhealthy drinking.
RSA suspends clubs, threatens them with termination over outstanding fees
The RSA has already suspended several local branches over unpaid fees.
'We're going to act like a real country': Judith Collins on NZ's $12b defence splurge
The Defence Minister says New Zealand is a 'small price-taker' from the world.
Watch: NZ to spend more than $2b on new NZDF choppers
The helicopters can go further and carry larger loads than the existing Seasprite fleet.