New ZealandWar hero who died in Afghanistan, Rory Malone, gets his final farewellA final farewell was held for Corporal Rory Malone — killed in Afghanistan in 2012. Video \ Jason DordayWatch12 Apr 03:16 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionThomas CoughlanThomas Coughlan: Defence overhaul will hit spending in other areasOPINION: $12 billion does not go a long way in the defence world.07 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsNew helicopters, planes, strike capability: Govt’s $12b spend on defence revealedThe plan reveals $12 billion in funding over the next four years.07 Apr 03:41 AM
New ZealandNZDF quietly remove some entry requirements for NCEA levels 1 and 2Applications surged to 9702 in 2024 after the academic changes were made.06 Apr 07:56 PM
New ZealandFinal report blames human error for HMNZS Manawanui’s sinkingAutopilot oversight led to $100m Navy ship disaster on reef in Samoa, report says.04 Apr 01:52 AM
New ZealandNZDF prepares medics for disaster relief amid severe weather eventsThe exercise simulates a severe weather event on a Pacific Island.14 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandMissile launch a fort for NZ Defence ForceA Penguin missile was fired for he first time from a Seasprite helicopter recently in a world first for New Zealand. Video / NZ Defence ForceWatch09 Mar 05:01 AM
New ZealandChinese naval ships move further away from NZ, enters Great Australian BightAn international relations expert said China's motivation for the activity was unknown.27 Feb 12:56 AM
New ZealandDefence Minister reveals new location of Chinese warships in Tasman SeaJudith Collins criticised China for not warning airlines about the live-fire drills.23 Feb 07:43 PM
New ZealandNZ Defence Spending, German Election & Pope’s Health | NZ Herald News UpdateChina fires live rounds near NZ, Germany’s snap election results, Pope Francis’ health, and Destiny Church news.Watch23 Feb 06:12 PM
World‘Deliberately hyped’: China hits back at Australia's reaction to live-fire naval drillsCommercial flights had to change course after a live-fire warning.23 Feb 07:06 AM
New ZealandChina begins second military exercise in Tasman SeaChina notified NZ Defence of the live firing via radio channels on Saturday.22 Feb 06:30 AM
World‘Disconcerting’: Australia says China has not explained naval live-fire warningChinese ships issued a live-fire warning via radio to planes over the Tasman Sea.22 Feb 03:32 AM
Politics‘Significant’: Judith Collins says Chinese war ships in Tasman Sea a ‘wake-up call’New Zealand was given no warning of the ships.20 Feb 09:13 PM
New ZealandAoraki/Mt Cook search on hold and Sevu Reece discharged without conviction | NZ Herald News UpdateThe search for three missing climbers on Aoraki/Mt Cook remains on hold and Sevu Reece has been discharged without conviction following an incident at a Cup Day party last year.Watch03 Dec 06:16 PM
New ZealandDefence Minister uses 'extraordinary' power during NZDF strikeAbout 1000 civilian workers have ramped up industrial action in the last week.12 Nov 03:38 AM
New ZealandFlash Floods in Spain and Defence Force Shortages | NZ Herald News UpdateFlash flood toll rises in Spain, NZ suicide prevention controversy, and NZDF recruitment declines.Watch31 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandJudith Collins speaks with Ryan BridgeDefence Minister Judith Collins speaks with Ryan Bridge from Nato Defence Ministers' meeting in Brussels. Video / Newstalk ZBWatch18 Oct 03:08 AM
New ZealandWatch: Underwater footage of HMNZS Manawanui in SamoaUnderwater footage of HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa shows a slow diesel leak from an engine room pipe and vent which is causing a slight sheen on the sea’s surface.Watch16 Oct 08:44 PM
New ZealandFocus: Defence Minister Judith Collins gives update on sinking of HMNZS ManawanuiThe HMNZS Manawanui sank this morning after fire took hold of the listing vessel, which ran aground near Upolu, Samoa.Watch06 Oct 01:19 AM
New ZealandJudith Collins announces new Defence Force chiefsDefence Minister Judith Collins announces new Defence Force chiefs, including the first woman Army chief, Brigadier Rose King. Video / Mark MitchellWatch27 Aug 11:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic sector cuts: $58m so far in redundancy payouts at Govt agenciesNicola Willis says the cost is small compared to the $6b they're expecting to save.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDefence Force cuts: ‘We’re already operating on the smell of an oily rag’No pay rises for NZDF staff amid budget crisis.17 Jul 05:42 PM
New ZealandFake blood splattered inside Defence House in protest actionPeace Action Wellington says two protesters were arrested.25 Jun 09:57 PM
PoliticsWatch live: Govt pledges $571m for Defence Force pay, helicopter and vehicle upgradesThe new spend includes more than $100m of cuts to the NZDF and the Defence Ministry.09 May 11:17 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The treatment of our military veterans is a disgrace and must be urgently addressedEDITORIAL: We must look after our old soldiers.21 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Rundown house and broken plane embarrassing look for Luxon and NZ on global stageUrgent fixes are needed before more international reputational damage is done.07 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPublic sector stress: Inside the 'unsettling' efforts to cut costs at govt departmentsJust how deep will the cuts go in the race to cut spending?06 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGiant kiwi monument made by WWI soldiers restored in the UKPilots dropped 100 tonnes of chalk in order to restore the massive monument.01 Oct 05:17 AM
KahuTe Pāti Māori wants Aotearoa to be the Switzerland of the South PacificJohn Tamihere says the New Zealand Defence Force should be a peackeeping force.07 Aug 07:03 PM
New ZealandNZDF personnel warned after signing up with China-linked South African flight schoolThe warning involves four New Zealanders.13 Dec 04:42 AM
New ZealandFormer NZ soldier fighting on frontline in UkraineThe Defence Force said the man was believed to have left the New Zealand Army years ago.13 Nov 04:59 AM
TalanoaGrandson's search for answers leads to WWII Pacific coastwatchers recognisedPasifika coastwatchers are finally set to be officially recognised for their service.14 Oct 08:35 PM
New Zealand'Strategic competition', climate change major defence threats as review panel announcedComes as Defence Annual Report notes the threat of China-US geostrategic competition.13 Oct 10:38 PM
