New Zealand'Kane had a huge heart': Kiwi fighter killed in Ukraine's legacyKiwi fighter Kane Te Tai has been remembered for his heart for others.21 Mar 07:15 PM
New ZealandRNZAF mark arrival of second Poseidon aircraft at ŌhakeaThe P-8A Poseidon is the second of four new aircraft to arrive at the Ōhakea air base.21 Mar 04:00 PM
TalanoaFijian troops helping in Hawke's Bay, post-cyclone, get a taste of Kiwi lifeFijian troops here to help post Cyclone Gabrielle got a taste of sheep shearing.12 Mar 10:00 PM
WorldJapan destroys new rocket at launch after ignition failureIt was the second stage of the country’s first new rocket series in more than two decades.07 Mar 08:05 PM
New ZealandSAS trooper death: Charge against Army dismissedThe Army exists to do dangerous things in dangerous environments, the High Court ruled.01 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandWatch: Navy divers get Gisborne drinking water flowingAn eight-person team from HMNZS Matataua restored Gisborne’s water supply flow, in some of the most challenging environments they have ever faced. Video / NZDFWatch23 Feb 10:39 PM
New ZealandFocus: Govt says sending in military police to Hawke's Bay 'over the top'The Government says calls from ACT and NZ First to send in the armed forces to take over control of the streets of Hawke’s Bay after reports of violence and looting following Cyclone Gabrielle are ‘over the top’. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Feb 10:44 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Deliveries go off with military precisionInside the Civil Defence and military-run distribution centre.21 Feb 03:44 AM
KahuPuketapu locals glad to see the army convoy of suppliesSupplies arrive at the cut-off community.19 Feb 05:56 PM
New ZealandWatch: HMNZS Manawanui Navy ship drops supplies to Tokomaru BayThe navy ship HMNZS Manawanui is due to arrive in Gisborne on Friday after dropping off food and water at Tokomaru Bay on Thursday. Video / NZDFWatch16 Feb 10:49 PM
New ZealandWatch: Defence Force delivers vital supplies to Hawke’s BayNZ Army Captain Ben Kimber describes his experience landing in Napier’s port and then distributing vital supplies to Hawke’s Bay residents. Video / NZDFWatch16 Feb 08:35 PM
WorldBiden says US developing ‘sharper rules’ on unknown aerial objectsThe "spy" balloon saga has escalated tensions between the US and China.16 Feb 08:02 PM
New ZealandAmazing photo: Boatie in mammoth seas saved by rescuers during heart of cycloneRescuers tried for day and a half to save boatie. Eventually it took a navy frigate.14 Feb 06:20 PM
New ZealandKiwi soldier killed in Ukraine: New details emerge as foreign unit’s 'luck ran out'Blue-on-blue exchange came hours before off-duty NZDF soldier shot dead.04 Feb 05:42 AM
Kahu28th Māori Battalion Battle memorial flag to fly high on Waitangi DayStruggle goes on to get much-deserved recognition for brave Māori soldiers.24 Jan 09:12 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJuha SaarinenJuha Saarinen: We are racing blindly into an AI futureOutsourcing, appalling lyrics, and disinformation: What does the future hold for AI?24 Jan 04:00 PM
Crime'They'll disown her': Female sailor sentenced for indecent assault on male superior officerThree fellow sailors had accused her of inappropriate touching over a single night.18 Jan 03:39 AM
CrimeCourt martial: Woman accused of groping three people aboard ship, including superior officerShe is accused of having groped two women and a man.16 Jan 03:37 AM
New ZealandThe NZDF personnel serving overseas this ChristmasNZDF has 100 plus personnel deployed around the world right through the festive season.24 Dec 02:01 AM
New ZealandExclusive: Kiwi Air Force missions repeatedly intercepted by foreign military jetsA Herald investigation has revealed 92 intercepts of Kiwi Air Force planes since 2015.18 Dec 04:00 PM
KahuFamilies of Māori Battalion soldiers receive unclaimed medals in ceremonyWhānau from 'all over the motu' attend.17 Dec 05:37 AM
New ZealandSoldiers operating overseas given new orders for handling detaineesThe fallout from the disastrous raid in Afghanistan continues.05 Dec 10:47 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessRocket Lab forms dedicated military and intelligence unitThe move follows the US and NZ being among signatories to a new space defence accord.05 Dec 04:24 AM
New ZealandNZDF U-turn: Sergeant charged over alleged drunken assaultTwo years after a soldier complained she was groped by her superior NZDF has laid charges.29 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM's plane breaks down in Antarctica, Italian aircraft comes to the rescueThe Prime Minister's plane has broken down in Antarctica, delaying her return to NZ.28 Oct 08:02 PM
EconomyUS economy returned to growth last quarter, expanding 2.6%Overall, though, economic outlook has darkened and economists say recession is likely.27 Oct 06:53 PM
New ZealandConcern over NZ Defence Force-trained extremistsThe Defence Force has carried out 16 investigations in the past two years.25 Oct 07:21 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentInside the Defence Force battle for recruitsAfter MIQ, the armed forces face foes - and they're not the traditional enemies.25 Oct 04:22 AM
New ZealandFour former NZDF staff could now be training Chinese militaryThe organisation is recruiting ex-army pilots for the People's Liberation Army.19 Oct 06:50 AM
New ZealandRocket Lab 'capable and likely of being used in a war'- Green Party'Weaponising space is not in our interest and goes against our international commitments.'16 Oct 02:41 AM
TalanoaGrandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognisedPasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.14 Oct 08:35 PM
New Zealand'Strategic competition', climate change major defence threats as review panel announcedComes as Defence Annual Report notes the threat of China-US geostrategic competition.13 Oct 10:38 PM
New ZealandTwo Kiwi reservist soldiers might be in Ukraine, says NZDFTwo Reserve Army soldiers may be in Ukraine or have been previously, say NZDF.29 Sep 05:43 AM
New ZealandPin pulled on army exercise in main shopping areaMembers of the public raised concerns about soldiers with rifles patrolling streets.28 Sep 10:18 PM
