New ZealandNZDF employee tells court assault claims went ignoredAir Force employee uses her own assault trial to call out defence force culture.31 Jan 12:22 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: Defence, security, climate change loom larger than CovidOPINION: NZ is dangerously isolated and has less international influence than ever before.26 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldWhere Ukraine's sunflowers once sprouted, fears now growA moment of hope and peace 26 years ago has given way to renewed fears of conflict.22 Jan 06:21 AM
PoliticsTonga eruption: Water major priority, damage still unknownSir Michael Jones: 'We all feel the pain of another family member'.18 Jan 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS details costs of a Russian invasion of UkraineNew York Times: Retaliation would come within hours of an invasion, the US says.08 Jan 09:55 PM
WorldAustralia joins new defence pact to deter China in the PacificThe pact builds on Australia's commitment to other US-led alliances.06 Jan 07:50 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPreparing for war between US and China - what it means for NZ and AustraliaOpinions on war range from very high to unlikely but NZ partners are gearing up for it.03 Jan 01:00 AM
WorldUkraine crisis: US, Russia to hold security talks over Nato expansionMoscow has demanded Western guarantees precluding Nato's expansion to Ukraine.28 Dec 07:57 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldPutin keeps the West guessing over Ukraine intentionsNew York Times: Fears grow over an ominous military buildup on the border.24 Dec 07:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: The Aussie minister losing friends and influencing ChinaOPINION: NZ's defence priorities appear almost quaint next to Australia's focus on China.14 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandAfghanistan response: 700 evacuees holed up in AucklandOf the 900-plus Afghan evacuees, only 205 have yet been housed.09 Dec 12:30 AM
PoliticsNZ security threats increasing, major Defence paper saysHighway to the grey zone: Military needs makeover and new mentality, major paper says.08 Dec 05:39 AM
New ZealandSkeletal remains found in Poland could be elite WWII Kiwi soldiersInternational effort underway to "restore identity" of remains, and find relatives.04 Dec 04:07 AM
New ZealandGovt keen to play lead role in banning killer robotsEmerging technologies in new weapons systems raise legal, ethical and security risks.30 Nov 01:53 AM
PoliticsUS Navy ship arrives in WellingtonGuided-missile destroyer's Wellington jaunt expected to boost naval co-operation.26 Nov 12:45 AM
New ZealandNZDF concedes civilians felt 'detained' by military police, changes policy to improve practiceCourt agrees civilians felt 'detained' by military police who have no power over public24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNational predicts 'summer of chaos' in traffic light, Auckland border systemThere's too much confusion and Aucklanders need some relief, Collins says.17 Nov 02:02 AM
PoliticsUS Navy to visit for first time in five yearsUpcoming US Navy visit the first in five years after Trump had priorities elsewhere.16 Nov 10:12 PM
New Zealand'The human side of war': Untold stories of New Zealanders' experiences in World War II subject of new bookFew were left untouched by the deadliest war in history.13 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionDefender of Crete: Only soldier to be awarded two Victoria CrossesArmistice Day and Remembrance Sunday - the full story of Charles Upham's life13 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandState-owned company courted for sale by defence companySpeculation is mounting that Kiwistar optics is up for sale to a defence company.09 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZDF lost 1600 magazines for its automatic assault riflesAutomatic rifle magazines lost through poor records and "dysfunctional" command.05 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandDefence contractors upgrading NZDF warships locked in legal battleCanadian contractors blaming each other for delays and cost blowouts.19 Oct 04:49 AM
New ZealandCrew member on Navy frigate tests positive for CovidA crew member on the Royal New Zealand Navy frigate HMNZS Te Kaha has tested positive.15 Oct 04:11 PM
New ZealandAfghanistan rescue mission gets 11 NZ citizens, residents and family outMfat said 11 Kiwi citizens got out of Kabul last night with help of the Qatar government.15 Oct 06:33 AM
New ZealandTaiwan is becoming a flashpoint for China and the US – how does NZ respond?Navigating a middle path between China and the US is becoming increasingly complex.12 Oct 03:27 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionDavid Stevenson: Opinion: A call to arm, to counter China's belligerencyOPINION: David Stevenson writes NZ should arm itself in the face of China's threats.07 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand$2.59m of cannabis destined to 'fund terrorism' seized by Royal NZ Navy3,600 kilograms of hash were seized from a vessel in the Indian Ocean on Monday.01 Oct 12:01 AM
New ZealandEspionage soldier 'stashed classified documents in a chiller bag'Soldier arrested on suspicion of far-right links had mosque terror video, charges say.30 Sep 05:52 PM
New ZealandNZ Navy-led team intercept multimillion-dollar drug run on high seasIncome from the seized drugs would've been used to fund terrorism, Navy boss says.24 Sep 05:40 AM
World'Stab in the back': France recalls ambassadors to US, Australia over AUKUSAustralia scrapped a big French submarine purchase in favour of US nuclear subs.17 Sep 09:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPreparing for war between US and China - what it means for NZ and AustraliaOpinions on war range from very high to unlikely but NZ partners are gearing up for it.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand a winner in AUKUS agreement, but risks remain - expertsNew Zealand could be left behind as states seek to balance against a rising China.16 Sep 07:44 AM
RoyalsDuchess of Cambridge meets RAF crews and civilians involved in Afghanistan airliftsThe Duchess of Cambridge made her first public appearance in more than two months meeting RAF crews and civilians involved in Afghanistan airlifts. Video / APWatch16 Sep 03:24 AM
