New ZealandSomme 100: Prince Charles pays tributeIt's 100 years to the day that New Zealand ground troops joined the Battle of the Somme in World War I. Kieran Campbell is in France for the commemorations.15 Sep 04:22 AM
New ZealandRoad in France to be named after NZThousands of Kiwis died in the Battle of the Somme. Commemorations marking the centenary of their sacrifice start in France start this afternoon.14 Sep 11:28 PM
WorldJolie calls for end to empty promisesAngelina Jolie has called for a "new way" of peacekeeping focused on justice and inclusion of women during a surprise visit to a UN 08 Sep 06:10 PM
WorldChina's boasts of new 'super bomber'Beijing says it's building a new type of strategic bomber to 'significantly increase' the nation's long-range strike capability.04 Sep 04:21 AM
New ZealandDefence force battles 45C heatA Kiwi team is battling sweltering and dusty conditions in the Middle East.27 Aug 11:53 PM
New ZealandShock figures on soldiers' deathsNew Zealand First hopes the Defence Force will take better care of its personnel, in the light of shock suicide figures from the Australian military.14 Aug 01:07 AM
WorldChinese fleet sails near Senkaku islandsJapan summoned Chinese diplomats on Saturday to protest after six Chinese coast guard vessels approached disputed East China Sea islands 06 Aug 11:36 PM
New ZealandKiwi soldiers 'did not die in vain'The Afghanistan province where two Kiwi soldiers were killed four years ago today, is now secure, peaceful, and purged of insurgents.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAdmiral talks plans for NZ ship visitAmerica's top regional naval commander has discussed history-making plans for a US ship visit with Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee.23 Jul 03:49 AM
New ZealandBiden: 'We are cut from the same cloth'Speaking at a reception in Auckland tonight hosted by Murray McCully, US Vice President Joe Biden touched on the special relationship the US and NZ have.20 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandNew Navy tanker to cost $493 millionThe Government is to buy a $493 million naval tanker which will be custom-made for use in the Antarctic.18 Jul 02:41 AM
New ZealandPM finds himself in troubled watersPrime Minister John Key has arrived in Indonesia at a time of heightened tensions over the neighbouring South China Sea.17 Jul 06:14 AM
New ZealandJohn Key has dinner with Dan CarterPrime Minister John Key was joined by rugby royalty at a private dinner in Paris this morning (NZ time).13 Jul 11:11 PM
New ZealandNZDF to stay in Afganistan until 2018A deployment of New Zealand military trainers will stay in Afghanistan until June 2018 and their number will be increased from eight to 10.05 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandRescue of stranded 4WD group cost $56kNearly $60,000 was spent rescuing 38 people stranded after their 4WD vehicles became trapped in snow in Central Otago.04 Jul 02:36 AM
New ZealandExplosive find in harbourDredging of shipping canal leads to explosive discovery.26 Jun 05:30 PM
WorldAmerica's most dangerous weaponJust when you thought you couldn't be any more dismayed by America's gun crisis, comes this depressing nugget of information.21 Jun 08:42 AM
New ZealandUS thank NZ for extending its deployment in IraqUS Secretary of Defense Ash Carter has thanked the New Zealand Government for agreeing to extend its deployment to Iraq21 Jun 05:15 AM
BusinessBig Read: Welcome to the new arms raceThe Pentagon looks to the lessons of Silicon Valley to regain technological superiority.20 Jun 11:10 PM
New ZealandNZ military in US for cyber terrorist attack exerciseThe 16-strong New Zealand Defence Force team is joining forces with around 2000 personnel from the Five Eyes partner nations.18 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandLast Maori Battalion member diesCharlie Petera fought during World War II in North Africa and Italy between 1941 and 1945.11 Jun 10:00 PM
New ZealandKey confident Kiwi troops in Taji are safePrime Minister John Key says he remains confident New Zealand troops based at Taji are as safe as they can be despite a car bomb outside the military compound yesterday.09 Jun 11:43 PM
New ZealandExplosion near Camp Taji, all Kiwis fineAn explosion has occurred within two to three kilometres of Camp Taji in northern Baghdad where 106 NZ Defence Force personnel are currently deployed.09 Jun 09:49 AM
New ZealandDefence targets illegal fishersNZ's military will be able to go after illegal fishing vessels and launch its own cyber attacks as a result of a $20b increase in funding - Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand$20b boost for Defence ForceNZ Defence Force upgrade includes a scaling-up of operations in the Southern Ocean and Antarctica and a greater focus on defending against cyber attacks.07 Jun 11:02 PM
New ZealandKiwi troops moved to safer locationNew Zealand peacekeeping troops based in Sinai have been moved to a safer base and the mission is under frequent review because of security concerns about terrorist groups.01 Jun 09:53 AM
New ZealandChina likely to send ship to Navy bashChina is "highly likely" to send a ship to upcoming Navy celebrations, as a decision on whether the United States attends draws closer.30 May 12:41 AM
New ZealandSpies and soldiers big Budget winnersMilitary and intelligence agencies will get a combined $479 million in extra operational funding over the next four years.26 May 09:17 PM
New ZealandNew Zealand troops return from IraqKiwi soldiers sent to help train Iraqi security forces back in New Zealand.26 May 07:10 AM
OpinionBarry Soper: Do military trials achieve their purpose?COMMENT: Inadequate court sentences don't deter people, writes Barry Soper. Perhaps court martials are the answer.18 May 10:41 PM
New ZealandInside NZ's new SAS training facilityExplosions rang out as the New Zealand Defence Force's new $46 million battle training facility was opened in Auckland this morning.08 Apr 03:47 AM
