Opinion
Fran O'Sullivan: Key puts world on notice of NZ's strategy for UN
John Key was playing to a vital international audience when he said that New Zealand has an opportunity to make sure the United Nations Security Council lifts its game.
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Brian Rudman: If Key wants to send troops, here's a better war
The argument that if we don't join the American crusade to wipe out Muslim fanatics in Iraq and Syria, they'll swoop down to Godzone and behead us all is a rerun of the old Vietnam War domino theory....
Key: SAS could join Isis fight on ground
NZ's elite SAS personnel aren't yet on standby for deployment to combat Islamic State militants - but the PM can't rule out sending them in if asked.
Slain soldier honoured for bravery
The mother of an SAS soldier honoured for his bravery in Afghanistan says nothing will compensate for his death but he "wouldn't have had it any other way".
MPs stand at ease to honour soldiers
MPs will give way to New Zealand soldiers - including SAS troops - and their families this evening for a ceremony in Parliament's debating chamber.
Willie Apiata steps down: Your reactions
Kiwis are talking about the news Corporal Willie Apiata is stepping down from the military.
Soldier in coma from SAS test
The soldier collapsed after suffering extreme heat stroke during a selection course.
