New Zealand
'Tepid reminders': Ex-NZSAS boss blasts NZDF chiefs
A former NZSAS commander questions the NZDF's ability to fight as Ron Mark demands change.
Latest from Royal NZ Navy
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'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.
Hamilton sailor back for Christmas after 307 days at sea with HMNZS Aotearoa
Amra-Maree Simek has served on three Navy ships since joining in 2020.
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.
'Totally unsuitable': Inside the NZDF's crumbling housing conditions
The $2.5b plan aims to fix decades of decay in defence housing and bases.
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.
Govt pays Samoa $6m over HMNZS Manawanui sinking
The RNZN ship sank on October 6 last year after striking a reef and catching fire.
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.
Luxon floats sending Navy ship into South China Sea
The move to send a vessel will affirm closer ties with Vietnam.
Editorial: Calm heads need to prevail after China’s high seas tit for tat
EDITORIAL: China’s live-firing exercises has fired shots across NZ and Australia’s bow.
Officials suspect Chinese warships in Australian waters may be backed by nuclear sub
A small New Zealand naval contingent is shadowing the Chinese navy ships off Tasmania.
‘Unusual’ presence: Chinese Navy exercise disrupts transtasman flights
The Chinese Navy ships are now 218 nautical miles east of Tasmania.
Defence Minister reveals new location of Chinese warships in Tasman Sea
Judith Collins criticised China for not warning airlines about the live-fire drills.
Why is US Coastguard ship moored in Wellington?
It sailed into the capital's harbour on Monday.
Letters: The regions need abysmal Air NZ to be reliable
OPINION: 'Our death toll would have been much higher under a different system.'