OpinionThe Conversation: Is NZ defence and intelligence policy aligning with Aukus in all but name?OPINION: Plans include spending $100–300m on long-range drones for vast ocean patrols.05 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'It shook our house' - Bomb squad blows up device at Auckland beach, rattling localsA resident said their house shook after an explosion at Okoromai Bay just before 6pm.31 Jan 08:05 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Trump's comments about Afghanistan veterans are disgracefulOPINION: More than 3500 New Zealand Defence Force personnel were deployed to Afghanistan.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'An amazing result': Missing tramper found alive in remote hut after search called off18 Jan 05:52 AM
New ZealandSkydiving was ‘relaxing’ compared with this: Ex-SAS soldier, fiancee on life with newborn twins23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandNZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warships07 Dec 11:22 PM
ChristchurchNZ Army soldier faces court-martial over allegations he strangled former partnerOne incident allegedly occurred during a Halloween party at the soldiers’ bar at Burnham.16 Nov 11:30 PM
New ZealandWhy is the Luftwaffe flying over New Zealand?Former foes train in Aotearoa as Germany and NZ adapt to a rapidly changing world order.14 Nov 06:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle inquiry: Civil Defence chief defends no-alert decisionEdaan Lennan told the inquest he feared an alert could put lives at risk.10 Nov 06:11 AM
New Zealand'Should not be concerned': German Air Force fly over NapierOnce on opposite sides of history, the German and NZ air forces are now flying together.10 Nov 02:52 AM
New ZealandRotorua airman honoured after major health scareThe Rotorua-born airman overcame a cardiac event that reshaped his career.06 Nov 05:00 PM
BusinessSyos Aerospace expands to Australia with defence drone production plan, partners with Starboard; ParkHelp buys Cleverciti - Tech InsiderPLUS: Palmerson North's Frogparking sold to US firm.03 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Clang of the prison gates’: NZDF wants soldier who tried to spy moved to civilian prisonThe soldier was sent to military detention after trying to pass on restricted information.30 Oct 01:12 AM
New ZealandNew photos released as Tom Phillips' 'primary campsites' foundItems taken from the camps are now being forensically examined.23 Oct 09:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDetain the enemy, remember the bomb: When towns become NZ Army training grounds'It's a game of cat and mouse, and you’re not necessarily the cat.'17 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandFifth Kiwi killed fighting in Ukraine, body not yet recoveredThe Kiwi soldier's remains may be recovered through a body exchange with Russian forces.10 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandInside the secretive world of sniper training in WaiouruSoldiers from Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Fiji joined the training.07 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandStrategic shift: Collins launches industry plan at Defence eventMinister of Defence Judith Collins launched an Industry Strategy at the Tamaki Leadership Centre. Video / Dean PurcellWatch03 Oct 03:54 AM
TechnologyDefence Force wants stronger collaboration from local industriesDefence Industry Strategy launched as civilian and military leaders cite global threats.03 Oct 12:00 AM
ChristchurchBurnham troops probed by Military Police in 'drug-related' investigationThe Herald understands the investigation is drug-related.02 Oct 05:27 PM
New Zealand'Unknown substance': Bomb squad responds to northern Auckland propertyPolice were called to Mangawhai Rd, Te Arai property after a discovery at 11.18am.30 Sep 03:07 AM
New Zealand'No cause for concern': Bomb squad stood down after suspicious package clearedPolice were called to Matua, Tauranga, after the package was reported just before midday.27 Sep 06:53 AM
New Zealand'Destined to do something great': Nikara Ross' journey from student to mentorWairoa woman Nikara Ross is guiding youth in the NZDF after it gave her a career. 15 Sep 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Manifestly inadequate:' Defence Force appeals attempted spy’s 2-year sentence NZ's first convicted attempted spy could end up in civilian prison if appeal succeeds. 04 Sep 11:48 PM
New ZealandWar’s end 80 years ago marked in NapierNZ's six years in the war ended on September 2, 1945, and then came the clean-up in Japan.02 Sep 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Is there going to be a war?’: NZ Army chief on modern combat and women on the frontlineChief of Army Major General Rose King on her rise through the ranks to top dog.29 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Adaptive, agile and lethal’ - Chief of Army Rose KingThe straight-talking woman preparing NZ’s soldiers for combat. Video / Sylvie WhinrayWatch29 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAviation engineering shortage causing delays for airline passengers, group saysMigrants alone cannot plug the gap, industry body says more training places are needed.29 Aug 03:00 AM
AirlinesSuper Galaxy pilot describes flying giant USAF plane after landing at Whenuapai Bunks, galleys with ovens and fridges, ample space – but it is 'surprisingly easy to fly'.21 Aug 05:19 AM