WorldRising tension: Drone strikes kill two in Russia, multiple injuries reportedTwo people were killed in drone attacks in the Lipetsk and Tula regions.11 Jul 06:36 AM
PoliticsRevealed: The Govt departments that pushed back on minister's diversity requirements cullThe Government plans to remove diversity requirements from the Public Service Act.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Carefully consider risks': NZDF criticised for accepting 2500 giftsThe Auditor-General warns that gifts risk public and Parliament confidence in the NZDF.30 Jun 06:17 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Our NZ Defence Force rebuild goes beyond replacing ageing equipmentOPINION: As countries edge towards an arms race, our military isn't combat-ready.28 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldBritish F-35A jets to carry nuclear weapons under new US deal'In an era of radical uncertainty, we can no longer take peace for granted' - British PM.24 Jun 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey YoungAudrey Young: Why NZ is slow to loudly support US strikes on IranOPINION: Unlike NZ, Australia was under pressure domestically to support the US.23 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRyan BridgeRyan Bridge: We don't know how lucky we are, even in an uncertain worldOPINION: There is unprecedented uncertainty in the current geopolitical climate.21 Jun 05:00 PM
PoliticsDefence Force's Waiōuru housing project fails to break ground Budget 2023 earmarked the thick end of $75 million for 50 new houses.11 Jun 11:30 PM
WorldRust removal sparks explosion at US base in OkinawaThe explosion occurred while SDF members were assessing unexploded bombs.09 Jun 08:07 AM
New ZealandPM unaware how Aussie ship knocked out NZ internet accessTwo former PMs questioned NZ's alignment with the US over China relations.09 Jun 12:45 AM
WorldUK to invest $2.3b in AI, hacking team for cyber warfareDefence Secretary vows to give Armed Forces more power online to target hostile states.29 May 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: China not the US is undermining NZ's securityNicholas Khoo and Reuben Steff say that the US balances China’s assertiveness.12 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAudrey Young'We're going to act like a real country': Judith Collins on NZ's $12b defence splurgeThe Defence Minister says New Zealand is a 'small price-taker' from the world.06 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch live: PM speaks with Hosking after landslide Labor win in Australian election More overseas deployments are likely with the funding boost. 04 May 07:33 PM
New ZealandPre-Budget 2025 Defence announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon was joined by Deputy PM Winston Peters and Minister of defence Judith Collins to make a pre-budget defence announcement. Video / Alex BurtonWatch04 May 02:39 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Live: pre-Budget 2025 Defence announcementPrime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement.Watch04 May 01:05 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: It is time to remove the weeds from our ministerial portfoliosOPINION: A leaner Cabinet could sharpen NZ's focus on key issues.02 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Anzac Day's message in a world edging towards conflictOPINION: Anzac Day highlights rising global tensions and the importance of peace efforts.24 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Easter trading laws inconsistent and illogicalOPINION: The Defence Capability Plan overlooks key modern threats.21 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: For too long many of our veterans have gone unrecognisedOPINION: The recognition comes on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War.13 Apr 05:00 PM
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
