New ZealandArmy training boss grilled over fatal NZSAS fall - and the critical report he did not readColonel Paul Hayward admitted at the inquest he had not read a key 2021 WorkSafe report.12 Feb 06:36 AM
New ZealandWatch: Inside the moment US Black Hawk night drill left decorated NZSAS soldier deadInquest told NZDF failed to follow normal risk management in NZSAS fatality.11 Feb 05:27 AM
New ZealandCCTV footage shows moment NZSAS soldier fellThe family of Lance Corporal Nicholas Kahotea say they are seeking accountability over his death in 2019.Watch11 Feb 03:55 AM
PremiumEditorialEditorial: Trump's comments about Afghanistan veterans are disgraceful25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandLifetime of service recognised with honour: Leith Comer's success-driven mindset 30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warships07 Dec 11:22 PM
PremiumNew ZealandJudith Collins confirms KC probe found no wrongdoing by senior NZDF officer22 Nov 06:00 PM
ChristchurchNZ Army soldier faces court-martial over allegations he strangled former partner16 Nov 11:30 PM
PremiumNew ZealandDetain the enemy, remember the bomb: When towns become NZ Army training grounds17 Oct 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Manifestly inadequate:' Defence Force appeals attempted spy’s 2-year sentence NZ's first convicted attempted spy could end up in civilian prison if appeal succeeds. 04 Sep 11:48 PM
New ZealandWar’s end 80 years ago marked in NapierNZ's six years in the war ended on September 2, 1945, and then came the clean-up in Japan.02 Sep 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Is there going to be a war?’: NZ Army chief on modern combat and women on the frontlineChief of Army Major General Rose King on her rise through the ranks to top dog.29 Aug 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘Adaptive, agile and lethal’ - Chief of Army Rose KingThe straight-talking woman preparing NZ’s soldiers for combat. Video / Sylvie WhinrayWatch29 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'A very hard place': What will life be like in military detention for NZ's attempted spy?The soldier was sentenced to two years in military detention earlier this week. 23 Aug 09:00 PM
CrimeLinton Jailed Soldier Spy: Why NZDF soldier tried to betray his country Crown prosecutor: 'Espionage is one thing; this is espionage by a serving soldier.' 20 Aug 08:00 AM
New ZealandNZDF soldier sentenced after spying attemptThe soldier gave NZDF information to someone he thought was a foreign agent. 20 Aug 02:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDon't go there: Former Defence Minister urges young fighters to avoid UkraineDozens of Kiwis have fought in Ukraine despite the risks and low pay, and some have died.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEnemy of the state: Former Defence Minister targeted by pro-Russian websiteRon Mark has been added to the Russophobes website as an enemy of Russia.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandTrial of NZ soldier accused of espionage remains shrouded in secrecyThe soldier faces 17 charges under the Armed Forces Discipline Act.14 Aug 06:46 AM
New ZealandKiwi doctor severely injured after standing on mine in UkraineMultiple New Zealanders have joined Ukraine's Foreign Legion and been killed and injured.10 Aug 11:24 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsPrepare for war: Defence Minister tells Army recruits to be ready for combat'People don't join the Army to sit at home and fight over the remote control.'18 Jul 09:05 PM
PoliticsDefence Force warned of reputational damage in savings driveThe NZDF said it has to cease, scale back, or slow down a range of programmes.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandSoldier won't be dismissed after filming woman without consent during sexJudge and panel opt for a lesser sentence for corporal, including a formal warning. 12 Jun 12:19 AM
New ZealandFacing dismissal: Soldier's career on the line after filming woman without consent during sexA panel began deliberations this morning at Burnham Military Camp.11 Jun 12:03 AM
New ZealandCourt martial for NZ soldier accused of filming women during sex without consentCorporal Manu Smith has pleaded not guilty to all charges.09 Jun 05:15 AM
New ZealandFar North soldier-firefighter spends summer on frozen continentFar North soldier Nathan Laurie is back from 24/7 sunshine and -30C in Antarctica.07 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
PoliticsWatch: NZ to spend more than $2b on new NZDF choppersThe helicopters can go further and carry larger loads than the existing Seasprite fleet. 04 May 01:31 AM
OpinionGlenn DwightAnzac Day: We don't know how lucky we are – Glenn DwightOPINION: We remember the young Kiwis, fighting for a world they might never live to see. 29 Apr 07:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessInside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf courseHamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.15 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSAS soldier's miraculous survival after 100km/h skydiving crashA skydiving crash nearly took Jono Magee's life. This is how he was saved.12 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandLest we forget: Afghan war hero finally honoured with public memorialRory Malone died in 2012 and a memorial has finally been held for him in Riverhead today. 12 Apr 03:33 AM
