New ZealandGenerosity of spirit in a rugged landDr Marc Shaw, serving in Afghanistan, writes about his experience of a Christmas far from home.23 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandWikiLeaks: Wellington pushed hard for Japan to help in AfghanistanLabour and National governments have unsuccessfully tried to get Japan to join us in Bamyan province, documents show.20 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldAfghanistan going poorly for US - reportUS intelligence agencies have given a pessimistic account of military progress in Afghanistan.16 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandShot soldier 'his own man' - motherThe mother of a NZ soldier shot in Afghanistan told an emotional press conference today that if her son "wanted something, he did it", describing John Howard as a man "never prepared to accept less than the best."07 Dec 05:35 AM
New ZealandPM: Kiwi soldier's death 'very sad'The death of a New Zealander serving in the British Army in Afghanistan is "very sad", Prime Minister John Key says. The soldier is understood to be John "Jack" Howard.06 Dec 10:14 PM
New ZealandKiwi killed in Afghanistan identifiedThe New Zealand soldier killed in Afghanistan while serving with the British Army is understood to be John "Jack" Howard. Private Howard had been patrolling in the Nad 'Ali district of Helmand province when he was shot.06 Dec 08:58 PM
WorldKarzai linked to Taleban releasesStaff at the US Embassy in Kabul are concerned about unauthorised releases of prisoners which have been happening.02 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandClinton bound to raise NZ's role in Afghanistan: PMPrime Minister John Key and US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton may discuss New Zealand's involvement in Afghanistan.28 Oct 04:30 PM
WorldRussia signs up to support Afghan warRussia has agreed to return to the war in Afghanistan.27 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelTravel book: <i>Tea with the Taliban: Travels in Afghanistan</i>This book is the sort of journey it's great to read about from the comfort of your armchair.18 Oct 01:00 PM
