Soldiers injured during training exercise

Three soldiers have been injured during an army training exercise near Waiouru Camp yesterday.

An army spokeswoman said the ammunition-related incident happened at 5pm in the Argo Valley, 15km from the camp.

Two soldiers were flown to Palmerston North Hospital. One is in a serious condition and the other stable.

A third soldier was transported to the hospital last night via ambulance and has been discharged this morning.

Major Denise Mackay said: "The soldiers had completed a live firing exercise and were taking part in refurbishing the position and the stores and equipment used. It appears that an explosion occurred during this activity."

- NZPA, HERALD ONLINE STAFF