New Zealand'Obnoxious and offensive:' Soldier who groped bartenders booted out of army'What the accused did to me made me feel like a piece of meat,' one of his victims said.04 Jul 04:29 AM
PoliticsPolice Minister claims NZDF misunderstood Govt boot camps, promises ‘heavy Defence involvement’A boot camp pilot was set to begin this month.01 Jul 06:46 AM
New ZealandSoldier allegedly called superior a 'ballbag' after groping women at boozy function'I could visibly see that she was uncomfortable' bar staffer said about woman he touched.01 Jul 05:43 AM
New ZealandBoot camp blueprint causing Defence staff serious distressThe six-week Limited Service Volunteer programme is causing distress, say MSD.30 Jun 08:39 PM
New ZealandCalls for new Defence Force planes & Biden faces criticism | Focus Morning Bulletin July 1, 2024In today’s NZ Herald headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealanders demand new Defence Force planes, a cold blast brings chilly weather predictions & President Biden faces scrutiny.Watch30 Jun 07:54 PM
New ZealandCould NZ defend itself from an invasion?The NZ Army School of Artillery put personnel through their paces in various live-fire scenarios. But is it enough to defend ourselves? Video / Mike ScottWatch28 Jun 02:40 AM
New ZealandUS praises NZ Air Force for ‘extraordinary’ Antarctica medical evacuationThe RNZAF C-130H Hercules crew wore night-vision goggles as they landed on an ice runway.27 Jun 07:33 AM
New Zealand'Embarassing': Faulty NZDF plane fixed, en route to Japan to bring PM homeThe plane is on its way to Japan to bring the full delegation home.18 Jun 07:44 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Government must make tough call on ageing BoeingsOPINION: It's time someone bit the bullet and bought a new plane.17 Jun 05:05 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesJenée Tibshraeny: It's hard to sell NZ to the world after another 'embarrassing' plane failureOPINION: The situation with the NZ Defence Force planes is untenable.17 Jun 03:13 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Key points missing from migration debate; the meaning of 'equality'OPINION: 'For years, many people have used NZ as a way station.'13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandNavy assist in search for unidentified man missing in Wellington HarbourUp to 14 vessels and a rescue helicopter scoured Wellington Harbour on Friday.26 May 04:11 AM
New ZealandThird mercy flight heads home from New Caledonia carrying 49 KiwisMFAT estimates 150 more Kiwis remain in New Caledonia.24 May 04:40 AM
New ZealandChristchurch couple anxiously await rescue from Noumea as vital meds depleteDisappointment, distress and frustration were beginning to take their toll.23 May 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Police checkpoints worth every cent; MP can't be trustedOPINION: 'Prevention in this case is much better than the cure.'22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSecond mercy flight evacuates more Kiwis from New CaledoniaMFAT estimates there are more than 250 Kiwis currently in New Caledonia.22 May 01:34 AM
KahuLeaders ‘hōhā’ at lacking tikanga Māori at Monte CassinoNZDF have done what they’re supposed to, but left Māori out - Ngāti Kahungunu chairman.21 May 06:35 PM
New Zealand'Get them home safe': NZDF Hercules lands in New Caledonia to evac KiwisNZ and Australian Foreign Ministers reached agreement with their French counterpart.21 May 05:16 AM
New ZealandFocus: Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks on rescue flights to New CaledoniaForeign Minister Winston Peters answered questions as an NZDF plane sent to pick up stranded New Zealanders left for New Caledonia. Video / Mark MitchellWatch21 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandAir NZ won't fly to New Caledonia for another five days amid unrestAbout 290 New Zealanders are believed to be in New Caledonia.20 May 07:50 AM
New Zealand'No risk to the public': NZDF explosives team dispose of ordnance itemThe NZDF explosive ordnance disposal team said the item 'did not pose a threat'.20 May 02:29 AM
New ZealandŌhakea base achieves round-the-clock fire and rescue availabilityŌhakea serves as a vital alternate airport in New Zealand.15 May 10:15 PM
PoliticsWatch live: Govt pledges $571m for Defence Force pay, helicopter and vehicle upgradesThe new spend includes more than $100m of cuts to the NZDF and the Defence Ministry.09 May 11:17 PM
New Zealand'Not good enough': NZDF staff stranded in Antarctica for a monthA series of aircraft breakdowns and bad weather delayed the departure of the crew.01 May 10:06 PM
New ZealandWaikato Navy officer to play tuba at Anzac Day event in GallipoliPetty Officer Fraser Robertson has already played at the commemorations in 2014 and 2017.23 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandArmed police, bomb squad find 'item of concern' at Christchurch propertyNeighbour says he was evacuated from his home after "device" was found.23 Apr 08:57 AM
TravelMore than just a summer destination: Mount Maunganui is a hidden gem in autumnThere's plenty to see year-round in The Mount.12 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKane Te Tai’s family honours fallen veteran on anniversary of deathThe 38-year-old was killed while fighting in Ukraine.23 Mar 10:51 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDitching the 9 to 5 stranglehold: An expert tells howThe #WorkSchoolHours founder talkin' about a workplace revolution.20 Mar 07:15 AM
New ZealandHamiltonian helps South Sudan fight challengesLieutenant Colonel Sheree Alexander is leading a United Nations Mission.16 Mar 07:30 PM
New ZealandNZDF appeals Covid-19 vaccination mandate decisionA court ruled NZDF's internal workplace Covid-19 vaccination mandate was unlawful.15 Mar 04:40 AM
New Zealand'Stay away': Pipe bomb found at Auckland reservePolice have advised the public to avoid the area.06 Mar 03:55 AM
KahuWaitangi Tribunal hearing to listen to Māori veterans' war storiesFew Māori veterans from WWII acquired farms under settlement schemes.26 Feb 05:53 PM
PoliticsWhy NZ is sending Defence Force personnel to Red Sea"What are the consequences of inaction?"24 Jan 04:00 PM