WorldDefence giants are the winners in Trump's new 'arms race'It is, in a classic example of American hyperbole, called the "mother of all bombs".22 Apr 10:57 PM
WorldHow terrorism in France impacts electionAn attack three days before the 1st round of the presidential election raises questions.20 Apr 10:26 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: We deserve to know truthCOMMENT: We all deserve to know the truth about the 2010 SAS raids, writes Brian Rudman.04 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Hard to trust Bill EnglishCOMMENT: If he'd seen disturbing footage, surely he'd be duty bound to call an inquiry.03 Apr 08:09 PM
OpinionInquiry into dog death, but not girl's?COMMENT: Why investigate a dog's death, but not that of a child, asks Rachel Smalley03 Apr 06:42 PM
New ZealandReport highlights more NZDF issuesAn internal military review shines spotlight on problems in another big Defence outing.03 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi troops: why we love being in IraqSenior and junior Kiwi soldiers explain their attraction to serving in Iraq.02 Apr 07:19 AM
New ZealandNZ playing a 'precarious game' - PilgerNZ seems to be "beckoning China as an enemy", Australian journalist John Pilger says.30 Mar 05:43 AM
New ZealandNZDF destroyed evidence on reportEvidence was destroyed supporting Defence Force claims a damning report was inaccurate.27 Mar 10:16 PM
New Zealand'It's dangerous but I'm proud' - Iraq General TahssenIraq general in charge of the war against Isis calls them 'a disease'.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandEnglish: Mapp 'doesn't have new info'One of the most damning claims in Nicky Hager's new book has been confirmed.22 Mar 08:24 PM
New ZealandDoubt grows over denial of deathsCredible sources are emerging to confirm civilians were killed during raid in Afghanistan.22 Mar 04:11 PM
New ZealandInside Brownlee's secret Iraq missionAudrey Young gives a first-hand account of visiting Iraq with the Defence Minister.22 Mar 07:20 AM
New ZealandSAS allegations don't appear to be newLabour, Greens and NZ First want an inquiry into claims made in a new book.22 Mar 01:23 AM
New ZealandDefence Minister's top secret Iraq tripExclusive: The Herald was with Gerry Brownlee on his trip to Iraq this week.21 Mar 09:09 PM
New ZealandDefence House to be demolishedThe New Zealand Defence Force and Ministry of Defence must now find a new headquarters for hundreds of staff.03 Mar 03:16 AM
New ZealandWhy Singapore wants to invade NZSingapore is eying Ohakea air base in Manawatu as a potential base for one of its own Air Force squadrons of F15 fighter jets.24 Feb 04:00 PM
AirlinesAirbus brings in the heavy metalAirbus is making a play to replace NZ's ageing Hercules by showing off its big military airlifter this week in a bid to woo the public and Defence chiefs.20 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandDefence force steps up help for Chch firesPeople, including Defence Force firefighters, and equipment is being deployed to help contain the wildfires.15 Feb 04:26 AM
New ZealandSuppliers line up to provide air force kitOur next military transport could be built by Kawasaki. And the aircraft which patrol our maritime borders could come off the same factory line.13 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSpy base secrets left in the openDetails of the construction of the top secret spy base at Tangimoana were filed with Archives New Zealand with no security rating.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandPublic sector heads: How much are they paid?The new State Services Commissioner was once one of the highest paid public servants but is now promising a "conservative approach" to pay rises for chief executives.13 Dec 03:36 AM
New Zealand'Unusual' seismic activity prompts Govt reminderGovt says a public message about unusual seismic activity under the North Island was not a cause for alarm.01 Dec 04:24 AM
OpinionBrian RudmanRudman: Defence needs to start on home frontCOMMENT: Three major shakes in South Island in the last six years, have highlighted how the enemy we are most likely to have to front is the one within.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBrownlee accused of 'vilifying' scientistActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee has been accused of vilifying a Geonet scientist who spoke out about the need for a better tsunami warning system in New Zealand.21 Nov 04:55 AM
New ZealandGovt backs decision not to 'red zone' WgtnActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee has defended the Wellington City Council's decision to declare the CBD safe so quickly after Monday's quake.18 Nov 04:32 AM
New ZealandLive: More evacuations in capitalQuestions are being asked about why key government buildings in Wellington have been impacted so badly, as concerns about more buildings emerge.16 Nov 11:01 PM
New ZealandBrownlee's $20b defence spending planReplacing the Anzac frigates is likely to be the most challenging capability choice facing future Governments, says Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee.16 Nov 06:44 AM
New ZealandGovt urged to fund 24/7 warning systemThe Government is being urged to fund an around-the-clock monitoring and warning system for earthquakes and tsunamis in New Zealand.16 Nov 06:44 AM
New ZealandQuake upgraded from 7.5 to 7.8 magnitudeThe change means aftershocks may be larger in magnitude for a longer period of time.16 Nov 04:46 AM
New ZealandA picture of devastationNew aerial photos show there is much work to be done after Monday's 7.8 quake.15 Nov 10:38 PM
New ZealandBrownlee: Cost of quake to be billionsActing Civil Defence Minister Gerry Brownlee says the cost of the earthquakes was still to emerge, but it would be in the billions of dollars.15 Nov 08:59 PM
New ZealandQuake latest: What you need to knowThe Clarence River has burst its banks, with residents being told to move to high ground immediately, as aftershocks continue to rock the country.14 Nov 04:37 AM
New ZealandGerry Brownlee confirms casualtiesThere are casualties following this morning's quakes, acting Civil Defence minister Gerry Brownlee says.13 Nov 03:48 PM
