WorldBail for Australian soldier accused of war crimes in AfghanistanJudge says, if refused bail, Ben Roberts-Smith faced years behind bars awaiting trial.17 Apr 04:49 AM
PremiumAucklandSecretive $4.2m church deal leaves single private home overlooking Navy base, warshipsThe last privately-owned clifftop home has a CV of $4.775m and seven bathrooms.14 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldAmerican men will be automatically registered for military draft aged 18Men will now be added to the Selective Service System automatically.09 Apr 07:45 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYHow has the ceasefire been received by markets - Zoe Wallis, Forsyth Barr | Herald NOW BusinessWatch08 Apr 06:10 PM
PremiumAirlines'Drone joust': Russian interceptor skewers Ukrainian aircraft in mid-flight01 Apr 05:58 AM
WorldCould Iran really strike Britain?Experts say Iran may be understating the missile's true maximum range.22 Mar 07:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyIran war: What NZ could do in conflict and who’s winning the battleNZ could bombard shores to clear seas but would struggle with drones, professor says.20 Mar 05:17 AM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Massive security threat': Defence Force pays $4.2m for church overlooking naval base, warshipsAll parties to the July sale have signed non-disclosure 'gag' agreements.18 Mar 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumPolitics‘Combine our military forces’: Collins reveals vision for defence after Australia meetingA plan for an "increasingly integrated, combat capable Anzac force" has been unveiled.18 Mar 01:20 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesIran war: One Royal NZ Air Force Hercules returning home after Middle East alertNot enough demand from Kiwis to leave war zones, NZDF says.13 Mar 07:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNZDF soldier jailed for strangling and assaulting ex-partnerA woman assaulted by a former soldier has PTSD, can't work and still lives in fear.10 Mar 07:08 PM
New ZealandCritical minerals: What they are and why NZ suddenly caresWhat is New Zealand’s critical minerals list, where are the minerals, and will we mine them? Video / Mike ScottWatch10 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandArmy’s entire bicultural policy on hold amid apparent Defence Force confusionMinister of Defence and Army spoke of a framework pause - now it's the whole policy.09 Mar 09:16 PM
Politics'Expanding defence partnerships': Trump's ambassador pick reveals his plans for New ZealandHe said New Zealand was aware of the 'darkening security environment in the Pacific'.09 Mar 01:00 AM
New ZealandRocket Lab satellites draw questions amid US-Iran conflictRocket Lab says it does not control how satellites launched from Māhia are used.08 Mar 11:18 PM
New ZealandNavy vessel spills up to 300 litres of oil into Akaroa HarbourThe HMNZS Te Kaha was anchored in the harbour when the oil spill happened.08 Mar 12:21 AM
WorldAustralia weighs request to help Gulf states fend off Iranian attacksAustralia is weighing Gulf requests while ruling out attacks or ground troops.08 Mar 12:16 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Our Defence Force has been grossly neglected for decadesOPINION: We need to be real about our place in a rapidly changing global environment.07 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldTrump renews attack on ‘very disappointing’ StarmerThe British PM initially blocked US strikes on Iran from a joint base on Diego Garcia.07 Mar 03:15 AM
AirlinesIran war: Air Force Hercules flying out today for humanitarian mission'We're just trying to get Kiwis out, and that's our job.'06 Mar 09:24 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDeficient training and oversight: Why NZ spent 139 days without its largest shipThe Navy failures cost New Zealand at least $5.6m in repairs.06 Mar 07:00 PM
WorldBritish destroyer's Cyprus mission delayed by welding workCyprus and Middle Eastern allies say Britain's slow response left them exposed.05 Mar 09:11 PM
New ZealandWealthy Kiwis with private jets offer to help NZers flee as Iran conflict spreadsWinston Peters confirmed 'patriotic' Kiwis had been in touch to organise charter flights.05 Mar 08:22 PM
WorldUK to send more fighter jets to Gulf as defence minister visits CyprusFour additional RAF Typhoon jets will reinforce existing UK forces in Qatar.05 Mar 05:16 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsMinistry considers uses of AI in war, ex-Air Force MP says front line wants more people and bulletsOfficials were quizzed by an former airman about the use of AI in combat.05 Mar 01:49 AM
WorldTurkey says missile launched from Iran destroyed by NatoNato interceptors in the eastern Mediterranean destroyed the Iranian missile.04 Mar 07:11 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionJonathan AylingJonathan Ayling: Peace is a goal we must fight to achieve OPINION: International laws must be grounded in shared beliefs.04 Mar 04:00 PM
WorldGermany's Merz meets Trump for talks eclipsed by Iran warFriedrich Merz arrives with little fanfare as Germany boosts Nato defence spend.03 Mar 06:10 PM
