WorldAustralia to spend $13.4b on nuclear sub shipyard facilityShipyard expansion is the latest in a string of high-profile Australian defence upgrades.14 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldUkraine says it needs $200b+ to keep fighting RussiaUkraine spends about a third of its economic output on defence.14 Sep 01:48 AM
WorldNato allies on edge as Russian drone war spreadsZelenskyy warns that Russia is expanding the war. 13 Sep 10:01 PM
WorldUS cuts funds to European armies on border with RussiaIn Congress, bipartisan support for Nato and Ukraine remains strong.05 Sep 02:00 AM
PoliticsWestern allies pledge troops to Ukraine; NZ’s role unclearAny troop commitment to Ukraine would require Cabinet approval, Judith Collins says.04 Sep 09:37 PM
PoliticsCollins speaks of 'heart-breaking' scenes on secret trip to UkraineThe Defence Minister is among the most senior New Zealand representatives to visit.04 Sep 04:18 AM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'The next Rocket Lab': Behind the scenes at SyosSyos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.03 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldUS Space Command HQ to move from Colorado to AlabamaIt's the latest twist in a years-long partisan battle over the agency's home.02 Sep 08:26 PM
WorldItaly’s new military spending: Bombs, bullets, the world’s longest bridgeEuropean countries are capitalising on Nato’s pledge to boost defence spending.01 Sep 05:00 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
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
ReviewsMitchell HagemanA first-timer's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Is this the greatest show on Earth?Review: Bagpipes, tears, and touching tributes – what to expect at the Eden Park shows.25 Aug 05:00 AM
WorldMushroom cook to face husband's family after being found guilty of triple murderA plea hearing is under way, allowing victims' families to give statements.25 Aug 03:00 AM
WorldUS blocks Ukraine firing long-range missiles into RussiaTrump Administration preventing Kyiv's use of long-range US missiles to strike at Russia.24 Aug 11:08 PM
WorldIDF strikes Houthi targets in Yemen amid missile escalationHouthis fired a new multi-headed warhead at Israel for the first time.24 Aug 09:38 PM
WorldDocuments show NZ's unease over 'unprecedented' Chinese flotilla in South Pacific'They didn’t come this far south to see the penguins.'22 Aug 03:22 AM
New Zealand'The subhunters': How new helicopters will tackle marine threatsThe aircraft boast a 1000km range, an anti-submarine torpedo and a precision kill system.21 Aug 11:25 PM
Markets with MadisonBehind Australia's $3.3b counter-drone company – and CEO's Christchurch connectionDroneShield is making millions selling drone guns and detection systems to militaries. 21 Aug 07:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumPoliticsCats & possums? Why Government says we need ‘precision kill weapon system’Defence Minister Judith Collins had a model to show off to her colleagues.21 Aug 05:15 AM
PoliticsWatch: New planes, helicopters with Hellfire missiles, on investment listThe two new Airbus planes will be acquired on a lease-to-buy arrangement. 21 Aug 01:02 AM
BusinessWatch: US Air Force's largest plane lands at Auckland's WhenuapaiWhat is the C-5M Super Galaxy doing in New Zealand?20 Aug 10:58 AM
WorldSix dead as wildfires devastate regions in Spain, PortugalThousands battled 20 wildfires in western Spain with aircraft and soldiers.18 Aug 07:51 PM
New ZealandLuxon responds after Israeli minister attacks 'lost the plot' Netanyahu comment'You don't really need an army because your most deadly enemy is a possum or a cat.'14 Aug 05:28 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisTrump pulls military into another partisan political issueNY Times analysis: Trump 'is using military resources for non-military domestic goals'. 11 Aug 11:40 PM
WorldWhat to know about the US National GuardGuard troops are most often deployed during natural disasters.11 Aug 10:22 PM
