New ZealandPM reveals SAS role in busting terror cellNZ SAS troops took part in an operation in Kabul that saw a terror cell busted and a quarter tonne of explosives seized, John Key told media during his secret visit to Afghanistan.03 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandPM's secret sortieWearing body armour and a helmet, Prime Minister John Key has spent the past three days in war-torn Afghanistan on a top-secret visit to NZ troops.03 May 04:00 PM
WorldKindness kills when aid prolongs warsHumanitarian help has become a huge industry, buffering corrupt regimes and perpetuating war, claims the author of a new book.30 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldSouth Asia becomes centre of violenceIncreases in terror attacks in Pakistan and Afghanistan triggered a spike in the number of civilians killed or wounded there last year.28 Apr 04:00 PM
New Zealand<i>Anzac Heirs:</i> Firm footing on dangerous groundsThe New Zealand operation in Afghanistan has drawn praise from international military commanders.21 Apr 04:00 PM
WorldKiwis under fire in AfghanistanNew Zealand soldiers serving in Afghanistan came under enemy fire for the second time in five months after they were attacked by insurgents yesterday.10 Apr 05:00 AM
Sport'Mounted goat rugby from hell' may go globalA game in which horseriders struggle for possession of a headless goat should be unleashed globally, an Afghan fan says.08 Apr 08:18 PM
RoyalsKiwis in Afghanistan meet Prince CharlesA group of New Zealand Defence Force personnel stationed in Kabul met the Prince of Wales during his trip to Afghanistan last month.07 Apr 03:04 AM
New ZealandKiwi war hero inspired by fallen commanderAn emotional hospital-bed email has revealed how the heroics of a Kiwi soldier who saved the lives of two comrades under heavy Taleban gunfire were inspired by his fallen commander.09 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi SAS troops under fireNZ's elite SAS troops have been involved in another firefight in Afghanistan, and once again press photographers have captured them in action.01 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandSAS in Afghanistan gun fight, says John KeyJohn Key has revealed that 15 New Zealand SAS troops in Afghanistan were involved in a gun fight with "insurgents" on Friday.01 Mar 04:16 AM
WorldOn patrol in the Taleban's heartlandA first-person account of the harrowing experience of combat in Afghanistan's Helmand province.15 Feb 03:00 PM