WorldWhat is the Iron Dome? Israel's first line of defence explainedThe Iron Dome is land-based and built to keep the citizens of Israel safe. But what is it?09 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandDefence Force investigating alleged animal abuse at Canterbury military campA soldier is being investigated for allegedly dumping a mistreated dog in a recycling bin.14 Sep 08:26 PM
New ZealandNavy divers scour hulls of ships in Tauranga after drugs tip-offTwo ships of interest were identified and Navy divers were sent to Tauranga.13 Sep 10:27 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeAn ambitious timetable to deliver the world’s newest fighter jetFinancial Times: Trifecta aims to have new supersonic aircraft generation flying by 2035.08 Sep 01:38 AM
KahuAll Black Tamaiti Williams discovers his tūpuna fought in France in WWI'It was quite emotional for my family just for me to be here.'03 Sep 06:37 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew Defence Force weapon is so powerful it might cause brain damage to those firing itSoldiers have been restricting to firing 30 training shots a day.01 Sep 05:00 PM
RetailSupermarket giant changing store design amid retail crime 'tsunami' - NationalFrom shoplifting to weightlifting? More to 'boot camps' than imagined, National says.21 Aug 01:12 AM
New ZealandNZDF apologies to aircraftman for its handling of her assault complaintShe faced a court martial - he did not.12 Aug 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeWhite House unveils ban on US investment in Chinese tech sectorsFinancial Times: Security threat cited, restrictions for firms linked to Chinese military.09 Aug 09:44 PM
KahuTe Pāti Māori wants Aotearoa to be the Switzerland of the South PacificJohn Tamihere says the New Zealand Defence Force should be a peackeeping force.07 Aug 07:03 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsLocal RSAs told they exist for veterans - not cheap booze and foodNew RSA leadership is investigating local clubs' finances and welfare support.04 Aug 05:00 PM
PoliticsNew Zealand’s message to China in new defence strategy - not a 'path to war'A grassroots activist group claims the new strategy leads NZ down the path to war.04 Aug 03:07 AM
WorldHuman remains found in search for Australian army helicopterThe black box crucial to explaining the tragedy is yet to be found.03 Aug 06:20 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionTerehia and Ngahiwi Walker: Matariki educatorsWrote waiata, trained adult 35-member kapa haka rōpu, running hangi for 100.13 Jul 05:00 PM
KahuMilitary service runs deep in Kelly's Tuhoe whānauFlight Lieutenant Donté Kelly gains Masters in aerospace design.06 Jul 08:58 PM
New ZealandDefence Force’s new $2b aircraft takes to the skyThe four new planes cost $2.3 billion.01 Jul 08:57 AM
PoliticsPM Chris Hipkins’ China visit: President Xi meeting today in BeijingPrime Minister Chris Hipkins will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping today.26 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandAir Force plans Spitfire flypast for centenary celebrationSpitfire will take off from Ōhakea and fly to Wellington before returning north.12 Jun 05:52 AM
PremiumPremiumEmploymentLack of military action factor in Defence Force's staffing battleUkraine training deployment good for morale but serious staffing issues remain, vet says.09 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldUS close-call in strait with Chinese destroyerThe US military released video of an 'unsafe' Chinese manoeuvre in the Taiwan Strait.05 Jun 08:56 PM
New ZealandNZ and Japan’s defence cooperation strengthenedIt comes amid growing concerns about China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific region.04 Jun 05:40 AM
WorldWatch: Crowd gasps as Joe Biden takes nasty fall on stageUS President stumbles after handing out diplomas to Air Force graduates.01 Jun 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsNato's gang of four in the Indo PacificNZ's defence minister is expected to have a meeting with one of China's bit hitters.30 May 06:06 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeIndia files criminal complaint against Rolls-Royce and BAEFinancial Times: Groups accused over historic deals to supply country with fighter jets.29 May 11:24 PM
PoliticsPM unconvinced as review finds intelligence committee lacks independenceThe relevant act currently requires the committee to be chaired by the Prime Minister.29 May 03:55 AM
WorldRussia launches ‘largest drone attack’ on Ukraine since war beganThe attack lasted more than five hours, air defence shot down more than 40 drones.28 May 08:41 AM
KahuAndrew Little says the Bushmasters will save Kiwi soldiers' livesAndrew Little says the vehicles will save lives of Kiwi soldiers on the front line25 May 06:47 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsUS v China: We know what side we're on - Defence Minister Andrew LittleThere's not enough debate going in Labour, says one party stalwart.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Defence Minister with new Bushmaster military vehiclesDefence Minister Andrew Little marks the arrival of 18 Bushmaster protected mobility vehicles at Trentham Military Camp. Video / Mark MitchellWatch25 May 05:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe flights carrying $41m in cash during peak of cyclone crisisArmed police watched on as the "very important mission" came in to land.23 May 04:57 AM
New ZealandCity Rail Link won't open until at least 2026, Harbour Bridge backlash & Christchurch arborist tragedy | Focus Morning Bulletin: 23 May, 2023 An exclusive look at Auckland’s City Rail Link, Waka Kotahi faces questions over how often the Harbour Bridge gets closed and our Prime Minister meets with Pacific leaders in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHopes new intersection will minimise risk for Ōhakea Defence Force staffA roundabout will be built at the entrance to the Ōhakea air force base.16 May 08:25 PM
Politics‘Time for Truth’: Act releases Alternative Budget featuring tax cuts, prison boostAct proposes 200 more youth justice beds be built at a cost of $500 million.14 May 08:00 PM
New ZealandDestiny Church leaders make Gallipoli pilgrimageBrian and Hannah Tamaki pay tribute to the fallen soldiers who did not return.27 Apr 09:23 PM
