New ZealandSAS link to war payoutThe Defence Force paid US$1,000 to the families of two elite Afghan soldiers who were killed while the SAS was mentoring them.16 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTimaru invaded in war gameFarmers, shopkeepers, police officers and a mayor have volunteered to play "bad guys" in a large-scale realistic war game.11 Nov 06:21 AM
New ZealandSoldiers commemorate Armistice DayOld soldiers stood shoulder to shoulder with serving troops this morning to commemorate Armistice Day on the 95th anniversary of the end of World War I.10 Nov 10:02 PM
New ZealandTributes paid to courageThe mother of an SAS soldier honoured for his bravery in Afghanistan says nothing will compensate for his death but he "wouldn't have had it any other way".05 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandSlain soldier honoured for braveryThe mother of an SAS soldier honoured for his bravery in Afghanistan says nothing will compensate for his death but he "wouldn't have had it any other way".05 Nov 02:34 AM
New ZealandNZ link to Australian spying claimsClaims that Australian embassies are involved in intercepting calls and data across Asia will be causing "anxiety and concern" for New Zealand's GCSB and its partners in the United States-led "Five Eyes" intelligence group.31 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Coleman's silly antics have chilling implications"Who let Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman out of his cage?" writes Brian Rudman. "The whole world in uproar over the extent of US eavesdropping on friends and foes alike, and what does our man do?"29 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Better links with US forces come with a cautionEditorial: Defence relations between New Zealand and the United States have come a long way in a relatively short time. Now another small chapter has been written.29 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ/US relationship 'in great shape'New Zealand and the United States have agreed to extend military cooperation after almost 30 years.29 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandKnives out over army foodDefence Force troops based at Waiouru Army camp are so frustrated by "disgusting" meals they have set up a Facebook page to highlight what they're served.08 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandLightning takes down air force craftA new twin-engined air force helicopter will need all its rotors repaired or replaced, at a cost of millions of dollars, after being hit by lightning.28 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandNZ trains first female PNG army officersThe first female Papua New Guinea army officers have just completed a rigorous training exercise, with the help of a New Zealand Army Captain.20 Sep 10:59 PM
New ZealandDefence Force head stood downDefence Force chief Lieutenant General Rhys Jones will not have his role extended and he will stand down in January, the Government has confirmed.17 Sep 06:43 AM
New ZealandDefence Force's 'risk-tolerant culture'Poor leadership and a "risk-tolerant culture" has been uncovered at the NZ Defence Force by an independent probe that has today made 20 urgent recommendations.12 Sep 02:07 AM
New ZealandNew figures surprise injured brothersThe Defence Force has paid out half a million dollars to other claimants during the 16 years that two badly injured brothers have been fighting for compensation.10 Sep 03:32 AM
New ZealandBear Grylls backs camo BibleThe New Zealand Defence Force is issuing new recruits with waterproof Bibles, endorsed by TV adventurer Bear Grylls, in a worldwide military first.30 Aug 07:36 PM
New ZealandAward for forces' gay groupA gay and lesbian support group in one of our most conservative institutions - the military - has won the supreme award in this year's Equal Employment Opportunities Trust</a> diversity awards.29 Aug 05:30 PM
WorldWarships stand ready for actionThe United States Sixth Fleet, based in Naples, is responsible for security in the Mediterranean and most recently spearheaded the bombing of targets in Libya.25 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandKey backs Aden missionPrime Minister John Key says it is important to be part of a mission to stop Somali pirates in the Gulf of Aden because New Zealand goods travel through the area.12 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandDefence cuts may be delayedCuts to Defence Force spending could be delayed by up to two years, Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman says.12 Aug 12:48 AM
New ZealandFamilies paid after SAS killings, film saysAn SAS raid which left two people dead and gave rise to claims of murder by the elite soldiers led to $10,000 compensation paid for each person killed, a new film claims.01 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandSoldier's death was preventable, Court findsThe death of a soldier who drowned when he fell off a boat during a training exercise on a lake was accidental but could have been prevented, a Court of Inquiry has found.25 Jul 08:25 AM
New Zealand'Forgotten War' rememberedThis morning, almost 60 years to the day since the Korean War ground to a halt, 34 New Zealand veterans of the conflict will look across the heavily fortified demilitarised zone at their former North Korean enemy.24 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandKiwi sees fighting off pirates as just a jobHemi Anisi goes to work with a gun - and a wary outlook for pirates.19 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandLeaked film shows hand-overUnauthorised film from the aftermath of the "Battle of Baghak" has emerged showing Kiwi troops handing over a blindfolded enemy insurgent to a US helicopter gunship.13 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionHerald on Sunday editorial: Soldiers deserve an inquiryWar in all its terror is becoming ever more visible. Helmet cameras and the like enable commanders to watch the fighting from the other side of the world and inevitably, the footage finds its way into the public eye.13 Jul 05:30 PM
