PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGeneral on Army's bicultural policy - it will survive politicsEvidence from Army leader says bicultural approach immune to government shifts.01 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat sparked army veteran and ex-policeman’s spiral into criminal offendingSam Sweetman was suffering mentally when he attacked another officer and fled police.31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumAuckland'Massive security threat': Defence Force pays $4.2m for church overlooking naval base, warshipsAll parties to the July sale have signed non-disclosure 'gag' agreements.18 Mar 04:59 PM
New ZealandWealthy Kiwis with private jets offer to help NZers flee as Iran conflict spreads05 Mar 08:22 PM
PremiumPoliticsMinistry considers uses of AI in war, ex-Air Force MP says front line wants more people and bullets05 Mar 01:49 AM
PremiumPropertySubcontractors chase unpaid retentions and bills in Teak Construction liquidation02 Mar 09:19 PM
PremiumNew Zealand‘High level of concern’ over sensitive military equipment missing from NZSAS base28 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Army initiative to incorporate Māori cultural interests is to be commendedOPINION: The Army's Māori cultural move should not be not dismissed as "inappropriate".23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandSAS tragedy: Chief of Army defends extensive safety reformsMajor-General Rose King's comments follow criticism from Coroner at NZSAS inquest.17 Feb 03:00 AM
New ZealandNavy officer wanted to 'hide in a bush' after alleged incident with senior officer, court martial toldUnder cross-examination, the officer agreed drinking could have affected his memory.09 Feb 05:38 AM
New ZealandNZ Navy officer faces court martial over allegedly encouraging junior to kiss themThe charge carries a maximum possible prison sentence of up to two years.09 Feb 12:41 AM
OpinionThe Conversation: Is NZ defence and intelligence policy aligning with Aukus in all but name?OPINION: Plans include spending $100–300m on long-range drones for vast ocean patrols.05 Feb 05:00 PM
BusinessMount Maunganui's Syos shortlisted for £100m 'wingman drone' military contract'The UK is pivoting to a new way of war.'26 Jan 10:55 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Trump's comments about Afghanistan veterans are disgracefulOPINION: More than 3500 New Zealand Defence Force personnel were deployed to Afghanistan.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi 'warrior' loses leg in Ukraine but stays at front line for five daysA badly injured Kiwi soldier has been awarded a Ukrainian medal for valour.18 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPoppy wars: Rival RSA factions clash over oak leaf vs fern designNZRSA is importing poppies meant to mark Armistice Day to fundraise here for Poppy Day.15 Jan 04:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCops feared NZ soldier had knives, petrol bombs during five-hour searchNZDF has obtained a High Court injunction to block details of an armed hunt for a soldier.08 Jan 04:47 AM
New ZealandGood on defence, and attack: Hawke's Bay woman wins top Defence Force awardDeena-Ranginui Puketapu continues to stand out, in all of her fields.05 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours 2026: The full listThe 2026 New Year Honours are out today. Here's the list of New Zealanders recognised.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ navy vessel patrolling East Asia waters shadowed by seven Chinese warshipsThe Royal New Zealand Navy vessel was helping enforce UN sanctions against North Korea.07 Dec 11:22 PM
Herald NOWDefence Force to copy recruitment strategies from 1930sFormer Defence Minister Ron Mark on why NZDF must bolster numbers.Watch03 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'One of the biggest agreements': Hamilton VR firm lands global defence dealCompany-X’s VR training is already used by the Royal New Zealand Navy.01 Dec 03:02 AM
New Zealand'Totally unsuitable': Inside the NZDF's crumbling housing conditionsThe $2.5b plan aims to fix decades of decay in defence housing and bases.26 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandBillions to be spent fixing flood-prone, mouldy defence estateAssociate Minister of Defence Hon Chris Penk and MP Simon Watts announced billions of dollars in defence infrastructure spending. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch25 Nov 10:58 PM
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
