New ZealandDefence Force assists six men on stricken vesselThe New Zealand Defence Force has dropped emergency supplies to six men on board a Tongan fishing boat after its engine failed.04 Feb 05:08 AM
WorldRolf Harris jury considering sex verdictsHard to imagine a "harder or faster" fall from grace than that of Rolf Harris, says defence counsel. .01 Feb 07:22 PM
New ZealandNZDF crew mucks in for Antarctic missionA team of New Zealand Defence Force personnel have a big job ahead of them: helping off-load 3000 tonnes of cargo in the coldest, windiest, driest and most remote continent on Earth.26 Jan 04:15 AM
New ZealandElderly woman missing for six daysAbout 60 people - including police, firefighters and defence personnel - are continuing to search for an elderly Auckland woman who has been missing for six days.21 Jan 12:39 AM
New ZealandThe 'real' story of accidental hero LangeNew CIA files lend weight to claims that in 1984 new PM David Lange was working on a loophole big enough for the United States to sail a non-nuclear warship through.19 Jan 05:37 AM
New ZealandArmed forces join search for Pat WearnPatricia Wearn has Alzheimer's and hasn't been seen since Monday.18 Jan 09:33 PM
New ZealandSuppliers line up to provide air force kitOur next military transport could be built by Kawasaki. And the aircraft which patrol our maritime borders could come off the same factory line.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNavy ashore when Customs seeks helpOn half the occasions NZ Customs asked the Navy for help, it was told it couldn't because aircraft and ships were being maintained, repaired or replaced.06 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldAnger outside court as controversial case closesThe Israel Defence Force sergeant was found guilty of shooting a 21-year-old Palestinian05 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow four civilians joined NZ's SASFour men in four years have stepped off civvy street into the elite NZ Special Air Service after completing its gruelling selection course.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpy base secrets left in the openDetails of the construction of the top secret spy base at Tangimoana were filed with Archives New Zealand with no security rating.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEyes on the spies: The secret historyOur intelligence agencies are so secretive that most of the stories we find out about are by accident.16 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldChina sends bomber message to USChina has flown a nuclear-capable bomber over disputed islands in what some see as a message to the US after Trump's controversial phone call.12 Dec 06:12 PM
New ZealandActor sex trial: Trial abortedThe trial for an actor charged with numerous sex crimes has been aborted after just two days for reasons which cannot be published.08 Dec 09:57 PM
New Zealand'Why didn't you say eff off you creep?'The acting coach accused of sex offences was teaching a woman to be "an actor, not a porn star", says the defence.08 Dec 01:04 AM
New ZealandChildcare assault charges: Name kept secretThe identity of a pre-school worker accused of force-feeding children in her care will be kept secret until at least her trial.06 Dec 03:25 AM
New ZealandWho's spying on Kim Dotcom now?Kim Dotcom saw a suspicious camera in an apartment opposite his home - and it turns out to be owned by NZ Customs and operated by the NZ Defence Force.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandArmy truck in crash with Mongrel MobAn army truck was carrying live ammunition when it collided with a carload of Mongrel Mob Notorious members.01 Dec 06:45 AM
AirlinesWatch: Giant Brazilian jet targeting NZThe best of NZ Herald Business: Brazilian plane maker Embraer has developed a twin jet airlifter that is in the running to replace the RNZAF's aging Hercules.24 Nov 04:00 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanRudman: Defence needs to start on home frontCOMMENT: Three major shakes in South Island in the last six years, have highlighted how the enemy we are most likely to have to front is the one within.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi sailor denies burglary chargesA Kiwi sailor is on trial after a break-in at the home of a US naval officer in Pearl Harbour.21 Nov 09:53 PM
New Zealand30,000 bees rescued from KaikouraMilitary personnel have completed their buzziest mission yet after last week's monster earthquake, rescuing 30,000 bees.21 Nov 01:48 AM
New ZealandGrannies' peaceful protest: Make tea, not warGrannies poured tea as part of a peaceful protest at Auckland's Queens Wharf today.20 Nov 06:29 AM
OpinionJohn Key: Take a bow, New ZealandPrime Minister John Key writes exclusively for the Herald on Sunday after the Kaikoura earthquake.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 97 year old's march against war97 year old's Maynie Thompson and Kit Nelson march against war and the arms raceWatch19 Nov 03:03 AM
New ZealandStats NZ demolition reports 'false'Statistics New Zealand has hit out at claims its quake-damaged headquarters could be demolished.18 Nov 10:37 PM
New ZealandEarthquake intervenes in historic returnThe US Admiral who ordered the USS Sampson to divert to the earthquake disaster zone has a long history with New Zealand.18 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandGovt backs decision not to 'red zone' WgtnActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee has defended the Wellington City Council's decision to declare the CBD safe so quickly after Monday's quake.18 Nov 04:32 AM
New ZealandWarships arrive to quake-hit KaikouraWarships from Australia, Canada and the United States have arrived in Kaikoura to help with disaster relief efforts.17 Nov 06:08 AM
WorldRoyal Navy to lose missiles, left with gunsRoyal Navy warships will be left without anti-ship missiles and be forced to rely on naval guns because of cost-cutting.16 Nov 09:24 PM
New ZealandRescued Brits thank KaikouraBrits evacuated from the quake zone grateful to the people of Kaikoura.16 Nov 05:04 PM
New ZealandSupport package for Kaikoura businessesEconomic Development Minister Steven Joyce is tipped to announce a support package today for businesses and the 800 workers in the town.16 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandBrownlee's $20b defence spending planReplacing the Anzac frigates is likely to be the most challenging capability choice facing future Governments, says Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee.16 Nov 06:44 AM
