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Revealed: Govt restricts access to veteran VIP scheme
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'The sea was like a washing machine': Awards for sailors who rescued yachtsman in cyclone
They all received Defence Force awards for their bravery.
Local RSAs told they exist for veterans - not cheap booze and food
New RSA leadership is investigating local clubs' finances and welfare support.
'I tried to be as Pākeha as I could' - Corrella lead singer returns to Māori roots
Corrella join Waiata Anthems line-up to normalise te reo Māori.
Anzac Day services draw big crowds in Tauranga
'Magnificent': 94-year-old WWII veteran Don Wilson's verdict on the dawn service.
Flood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debris
The community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.
Anzac Day: Hawke's Bay's hero chaplain, Māori 'Pah' site acknowledged at Gallipoli
The 'Padre' from Wairoa held a special place in the Māori contingent.
Navy boats bought by Ireland: Decade-old ships deemed not fit for service
Navy commissioned boats in 2010 but is now selling them.
'I didn't mean to': Female sailor accused of 'indecent' touch of naval officer testifies
Roselia Epati was charged with three counts of indecent assault.
Wales call up NZ naval officer for Black Ferns clash
It has all the makings of a plot in a spy novel.
Watch: Remnants of war found on Tuvalu seabed
More than 20 World War II bombs have been found near the small Pacific nation of Tuvalu.
New services help military veterans transition back to civilian life
"There's a lot of transferable skills, it's just about getting employers to understand."
Sailor proposes to partner dockside at welcome-home ceremony
The HMNZS Te Mana left to get an upgrade in Canada three years ago.
NZ navy frigate to leave Canada after 8 years
The second of the country's two naval frigates is due to leave Canada.
Aussie sailor says she was drugged, raped while serving with NZ Navy
When she reported it years later, she was told nothing could be done.
Court martial: Judge calls mistrial for navy officer assault case
A navy police officer allegedly laid a hand on a junior officer's throat.
Navy officer fell, hitting head before alleged assault
"I don't remember it," the defendant said.
'Massive haul': NZ-built superyacht used to smuggle $300m of cocaine
The vessel was seized off the English coast with 2000kg of cocaine on board.
'Wave was over 30 feet': Enchanter skipper spent 4hrs in sea clinging to plastic - mum
Lance Goodhew was also involved in rescue after the Whakaari/White Island tragedy.
Three dead, two missing, five rescued after fishing charter sinks off North Cape
A distress beacon was set off just after 8pm on Sunday night.
Over 200 Navy personnel isolating after outbreak, dozens infected
So far, 65 Navy personnel have tested positive for Covid-19.
Man punched and stomped on sailor's head
Judge rejects defence that there were two fights on the night sailor was injured.
Global aid effort under way as big forces help tiny Tonga
The HMNZS Wellington and Aotearoa are already in Tonga and other nations are helping too.
Queues taking four hours to process as generous public turn out for Tonga
The aid is from a trust set up for the purpose of disaster relief in the Pacific.
RNZAF Hercules aid flight is due to arrive in Tonga in a few hours
An aid flight from New Zealand is due to touch down in Tonga later this afternoon.
Shocking new photos reveal Tonga's tragedy
Photos from Tonga show thick layers of ash covering the streets, as locals get to work.
Tonga approves arrival of two NZ navy vessels with supplies
HMNZS Wellington and HMNZS Aotearoa expected to arrive in Tonga by Friday.
'Unprecedented disaster': 15m waves, three deaths confirmed in Tonga tsunami
More help is on its way to Tonga, as officials reveal the scale of devastation.
Profile: Harete Hipango and how she upset National colleagues
Profile: National MP Harete Hipango and why she visited that anti-vax protest.
Her life options seemed limited but she defied the odds and took the top naval position
Sub Lieutenant Simeon looking forward to next chapter of Royal New Zealand Navy career