WorldDrone dilemma: Ukraine has to balance needs for front lines with export revenueUkraine drone manufacturers say they need foreign funding and co-operation to scale-up.08 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWith ‘Ghost Bat’ drone, Australia gears up for new arms raceNew York Times: 'If we rely on US, we’re in the back of the queue,' defence analyst says.07 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWonder in the skies: Drone show crowned NZ’s best cultural eventThe win is hailed as proof Aronui Arts Festival's 'bold new step' has paid off.03 Sep 10:00 PM
New ZealandBehind the scenes at Syos Aerospace as its founder reveals big expansion plansFollowing its £30m drone deal with the UK Government, the Mount Maunganui startup is adding new uncrewed vehicles and tripling its local staff. Video \ Jason DordayWatch03 Sep 05:00 PM
BusinessBehind the scenes at Mount Maunganui’s Syos as it triples staffSyos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.03 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldRussian drones shadow US weapons routes in GermanyNew York Times: Flights appear to be intel-gathering about arms shipments to Ukraine.28 Aug 09:05 PM
Markets with MadisonBehind Australia's $3.3b counter-drone company – and CEO's Christchurch connectionDroneShield is making millions selling drone guns and detection systems to militaries. 21 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandMarkets with Madison: DroneShieldDrones were harmed in the making of this episode, and that’s exactly the point. This episode takes you behind Australian counter-drone company DroneShield’s expansion.Watch21 Aug 07:00 PM
WorldOn the beat: US police embracing drones as a new first respondersCritics have raised surveillance and privacy concerns, and need for oversight.04 Aug 09:24 PM
World20 killed, 40+ wounded in Russian strikes on Ukraine overnightZaporizhzhia prison hit; 16 killed, 35 wounded, nearby houses damaged.29 Jul 05:58 AM
Markets with MadisonWhy the US is increasing drone production and NZ could followEx-Pentagon software provider turned defence-tech investor discusses drone developments. 24 Jul 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusiness reportHow drones are reshaping the future of New Zealand farmingNew Zealand's geography is well-suited to the use of drones23 Jul 04:58 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe world's most powerful military is weak in a key areaNew York Times: China has a huge advantage in an influential area of warfare - drones.14 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures 'mesmerising' Matariki drone showThe show used drones, lights and sound to tell Matariki stories at the Rotorua Lakefront.22 Jun 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPeeping drones? 54% increase in incidents amid privacy fearsDrones’ capabilities have made the technology 'like opening Pandora’s Box'.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice use drone in search for missing woman in ChristchurchElisabeth Nicholls vanished from a retirement village in Riccarton two weeks ago.18 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandDrones could be coming to farm sheds and beaches near youAt Fieldays’ first Drone Zone, manufacturers and businesses had the chance to showcase how drones are revolutionising farming and fishing. Video / Maryana GarciaWatch18 Jun 06:01 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ-drone investigation: Operators ‘gutted’ and warn of potential disaster'Russian roulette': Drone operator says airport incident shows need for oversight.12 Jun 06:25 AM
WorldHow drones have become a critical part of the Ukraine warThe Kremlin has weapon to step up pressure on Kyiv to accept its war demands.10 Jun 07:30 PM
WorldRussia’s ‘Pearl Harbour’ has left Putin’s attack plans in tattersMoscow’s strategy of raining bombs is likely to be hampered by Kyiv’s drone strikes.03 Jun 04:42 AM
WorldBritain to be 'war-ready' with $3.4b for new bomb factoriesThe UK will buy 7000 long-range weapons to boost its military readiness.01 Jun 04:59 AM
New ZealandDrone takes off in private 5G Air NZ-Spark dealAir New Zealand and Spark say a robot-tethered drone in a complex airline warehouse is solving some major headaches.Watch27 May 04:00 AM
AirlinesAir NZ gets robot-tethered drone in Spark private 5G warehouse projectThe airline and the telco say the networked robot is a first for NZ business.27 May 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Relentless growth': Region's innovators make strong showing in tech awardsBay of Plenty has six finalists in the NZ Hi-Tech Awards.22 May 07:49 PM
Travel newsDrones enter airspace near Auckland Airport, suspend flights'Flying a drone this close to an airport puts aircraft, crew and passengers at risk.' 05 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandDuck hunter allegedly shoots down drone flown by animal rights activist in CanterburyThe pilot has described the incident and defended his flying of the drone. 04 May 03:38 AM
AirlinesBA-Qatar airline alliance gets extension from NZ GovernmentThree airlines in new deal as big changes roll out for civil aviation rules.06 Apr 11:16 PM
BusinessUS approves $3.4 billion drone sale to QatarDrones for 'friendly country' will be a deterrent to regional threats, US says.26 Mar 11:04 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Drone video of Drake in hotel room called out by fansThe rapper's apparently furious response was caught on video. 19 Feb 11:59 PM
WorldExplosive drone headsets sent to Russian soldiers in suspected sabotageThe goggles were donated as humanitarian aid by someone known as 'Roman'.12 Feb 09:14 PM
New ZealandAuckland Airport delays flights, police notified after reported drone incursionDrone operators need air traffic approval to fly within the control zone.30 Jan 06:45 AM
New ZealandWatch: Drone flies during Auckland’s NYE fireworks display, CAA assessingThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing the incident.06 Jan 07:01 PM
New ZealandDrone view of Sky Tower NYE fireworksThe Civil Aviation Authority is assessing an incident where a drone was flown in a prohibited area and time on NYE, 2024/25. Video / Brian OuroWatch06 Jan 05:38 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldWhy mysterious drones over Europe are raising alarm bellsNY Times: Russia and other states are becoming brazen in adopting 'grey zone' attacks.05 Jan 08:30 PM
