PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhere 'agitated' soldier who cops feared had knives, bombs handed himself in after searchThe NZDF went to court to prevent the Herald from publishing details about the soldier. 13 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandWounded Kiwi sniper carried injured brother – former SAS member – through intense rocketfire in UkraineOnce his twin was in hospital the young NZ soldier hitchhiked back to the front line. 12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandInside the digital war Kiwis face when heading to Ukraine front linesRon Mark warns even innocent family posts can expose Kiwis to Russian targeting.11 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandCops feared NZ soldier had knives, petrol bombs during five-hour search08 Jan 04:47 AM
New ZealandGood on defence, and attack: Hawke's Bay woman wins top Defence Force award05 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandNZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warships07 Dec 11:22 PM
New Zealand'One of the biggest agreements': Hamilton VR firm lands global defence deal01 Dec 03:02 AM
PoliticsGovt pledges $4b for Devonport Naval Base in major upgrade of flood-prone, mouldy defence estateThe Defence Force warns 70% of its infrastructure has less than 20 years of working life.25 Nov 08:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJudith Collins confirms KC probe found no wrongdoing by senior NZDF officerThe complaint was lodged in 2023 but a formal inquiry didn't start until July 2025.22 Nov 06:00 PM
ChristchurchNZ Army soldier faces court-martial over allegations he strangled former partnerOne incident allegedly occurred during a Halloween party at the soldiers’ bar at Burnham.16 Nov 11:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTom Phillips was hunted in Marokopa bush by elite NZSAS trackersOfficial documents show armed soldiers expert in tracking joined police to find fugitive.10 Nov 06:40 AM
Politics'We're not sending a junior': Govt deploys NZDF officer to Israel amid Gaza conflict after US requestThe deployment will initially be for six weeks, according to the Defence Minister.29 Oct 03:51 AM
Politics'We follow through': Luxon says sending plane to wargames shows NZ 'not just spouting off'He's 'really proud' of New Zealand's work in the region.27 Oct 04:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAgent Orange: $3.2b bill for Govt after court slams veterans' agency for rejecting linkVeterans' minister Chris Penk says law might now change but will hold faith with veterans.24 Oct 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Missing in action': Dad of Kiwi in Ukraine seeks return of son's bodyIan and Sue Braggins say they will believe their son is alive until a body is found.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi soldier deployed to country where father once served'As a boy, I discovered his medals and listened to his stories.'14 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonMilitary chopper makes emergency landing at Ohakea air baseThe chopper was evacuated a couple of minutes after the emergency response began.09 Oct 10:47 PM
PoliticsGovt pays Samoa $6m over HMNZS Manawanui sinkingThe RNZN ship sank on October 6 last year after striking a reef and catching fire.05 Oct 11:18 PM
New ZealandStrategic shift: Collins launches industry plan at Defence eventMinister of Defence Judith Collins launched an Industry Strategy at the Tamaki Leadership Centre. Video / Dean PurcellWatch03 Oct 03:54 AM
BusinessBehind the scenes at Mount Maunganui’s Syos as it triples staffSyos plans to triple its Mount Maunganui workforce within 12 months.03 Sep 05:00 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
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
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 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
New ZealandFit to fight? Navy boss orders Kiwi sailors stop boozing after multiple incidentsIncidents in NZ and offshore lead to investigations and orders to stop unhealthy drinking.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandRSA facing a legal challenge from rebelling clubsAuckland RSA clubs are seeking a judicial review against the national body.22 Jul 12:31 AM
New ZealandRSA suspends clubs, threatens them with termination over outstanding feesThe RSA has already suspended several local branches over unpaid fees.20 Jul 05:00 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
