OpinionKingi Snelgar: The price of citizenship, lest we forgetOPINION: The Māori Battalion's sacrifices were meant to ensure better treatment back home.09 Nov 11:07 PM
New Zealand'We saw him as a hero': Last remaining member of Māori Battalion dies, aged 99Sir Robert (Bom) Gillies was the last surviving member of the 28th Māori Battalion.07 Nov 05:03 AM
PoliticsNZDF workers taking escalated strike action after pay increase refusalUnion members are refusing to work overtime and will reduce work output.06 Nov 11:15 PM
New Zealand'Similar to concussion': New brain injury warning to NZDF troops over explosivesBrain damage links to blast waves prompt a warning to military personnel.01 Nov 04:05 PM
New ZealandAmmunition disposal sparks Tekapo scrub fire – NZDFThe fire was contained at 6.30pm last night.22 Oct 09:57 PM
New Zealand'Recipe for disaster': Can SAS hunt fugitive Tom Phillips - or use 'deadly force'A military lawyer says the Prime Minister would need to sign-off on a SAS hunt.15 Oct 06:40 AM
New ZealandFormer SAS tracker says soldiers could find Tom Phillips within two weeksThe fugitive Marokopa father and his three kids were spotted by pig hunters last week.11 Oct 06:57 PM
New ZealandSoldier accused of selling spent ammunition, explosives on TradeMeStaff Sgt. Brian Egerton admits to collecting the ammunition but denies stealing army kit.23 Sep 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA NZ spy, massacres, and a daring rescue - a tiny nation's bloody road to peaceA violent backlash killed hundreds and left thousands displaced.20 Sep 12:05 AM
Politics‘Increasing’ threats to NZ security, ministry warns, as Collins appoints new defence chiefsThe defence chiefs will be in place as the country faces a complex global environment.27 Aug 10:38 PM
New Zealand'I didn’t think about being scared': Air force medic recognised for rescuing more than 70 people during floodsDangling from a helicopter above flood waters gains NZ Defence Force recognition.09 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMilitary flag featuring battle honours returned in final public outingMilitary flag repaired and returned to Hastings District Council.08 Aug 10:17 PM
New ZealandWaiouru exercises important in 'volatile, uncertain and complex world'Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.28 Jun 02:43 AM
New ZealandCould NZ defend itself from an invasion?The NZ Army School of Artillery put personnel through their paces in various live-fire scenarios. But is it enough to defend ourselves? Video / Mike ScottWatch28 Jun 02:40 AM
PoliticsWinston Peters delivers serious warning as scrutiny week concludesMinisters have survived hours of questioning by Opposition MPs during the week.20 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandDefence force parachutes with the stars over Coromandel PeninsulaThe Coromandel Peninsula was used to simulate a realistic jungle environment.25 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandLow flying military aircraft head to isolated Coromandel beachLow flying military aircraft expected over isolated Coromandel beach.14 May 03:12 AM
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: We will remember them - but is that enough?OPINION: We must do more than just remember them.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely gutted': NZDF to play reduced role in Gallipoli dawn serviceThe RSA CEO expects Kiwi ingenuity to shine through as they face this obstacle.23 Apr 11:03 PM
New ZealandOne uniform and a guitar: NZDF to play reduced role Gallipoli dawn serviceThe unprecedented event was caused by the chaos of the Dubai floods last week.23 Apr 07:30 PM
KahuWarriors team up with Defence Force for tribute before Anzac NRL matchCEO: 'To be able to commemorate those who have served, fought and fallen is an honour.'23 Apr 07:10 PM
New ZealandTūrangi soldier embarks on pilgrimage to GallipoliWarrant Officer Class 1 Carlo De Negri will pay his respects to a fallen relative.23 Apr 04:30 AM
New ZealandMore than 30 Anzac Day services in Hawke's BayThe day starts with dawn parades and continues with civic and church services.22 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandVoices of Gallipoli celebrated at National Army Museum Te Mata ToaA special civic service will be held in Waiōuru on Anzac Day.21 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPreparing for war: Behind the lines with the NZ ArmySoldiers assembled for the biggest training exercise since 2017.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBiggest army exercise in seven yearsThe largest military drill in seven years took place at Tekapo military camp last week. Video / George HeardWatch16 Apr 11:34 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDitching the 9 to 5 stranglehold: An expert tells howThe #WorkSchoolHours founder talkin' about a workplace revolution.20 Mar 07:15 AM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsRevealed: Govt restricts access to veteran VIP schemeVeterans' Affairs is reducing access to its Veterans Independence Programme.20 Mar 05:28 AM
New ZealandHamiltonian helps South Sudan fight challengesLieutenant Colonel Sheree Alexander is leading a United Nations Mission.16 Mar 07:30 PM
KahuWaitangi Tribunal hearing to listen to Māori veterans' war storiesFew Māori veterans from WWII acquired farms under settlement schemes.26 Feb 05:53 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTop gun: HB sharpshooter bags deer, gifts it to soldiers then joins armyA farmer turned sharp shooter can now knock the top off a bottle from 300 metres.26 Feb 12:01 AM
PoliticsAustralian officials coming to NZ to talk Aukus deal as Winston Peters, Judith Collins salute strength of AnzusThe ministers have spent the day locked away talking about China and submarines.01 Feb 05:56 AM
New ZealandWhen your son drowns at 18: ‘I don’t get to think about that future’Her son made a 'fatal mistake' at dangerous beach, says mum in bid to stop more deaths.13 Jan 05:23 PM