A further $1.4m in funding has been allocated.

OPINION: NZ is entering a new era of nuclear co-existence with the US.

The Philippines have big issues securing shipping channels says Defence Minister.

NZDF has again been forced to explain its changing story on controversial NZSAS raid.

"Moment of truth" as NZ cops depart Solomon Islands after 14 years of peacekeeping.

Solomons residents hurt by 2006 riots are nervous about NZ's withdrawal from the country.

Three Chinese Navy ships are docked in Auckland as they complete a goodwill tour.

Trump may not have been properly informed says Nato man.

31 years ago, women couldn't go to sea. Now one is commanding Navy warship Te Mana.

Amnesty NZ says the UN"s questions show need for inquiry.

Tillerson could not defend the indefensible tweet which sank to criticising London mayor.

Trump is doing what he said he would do says English.

Safety problems appear to have extended across the RNZAF and not just fatal squadron.

US has requested that NZ increase its personnel in Afghanistan from 10 to 12.

Defence minister Mark Mitchell backs tougher punishments for medal cheats.

Kiwi deputy Coalition commander says victory in the west has been harder.

Defence says aircraft had an engine fire indication while taxiing at the airbase.

NZDF said there were no photos of the controversial 2010 NZSAS raid - but it was wrong.

The trip will be Mark Mitchell's first as Defence Minister.

The man photographed with a NZSAS beret and a rack of medals admits they're not his.

Mark Mitchell was a fast-riser in the National government and now wants to lead the party.

Most kits lacked basic items and were pricier than making your own, the watchdog found.

The Prime Minister's Cabinet shakeup projects a sense of stability and continuity.

A tiny, sport-centric RSA is opening at stadium in a bid to win back young veterans.

Brownlee steps up to new role with biggest uncertainties among NZ's closest allies.

North Korea has issued a warning to our Tasman neighbours over their pro-US stance.

Hit & Run claimed civilians were killed - this is what the military told its minister.

Afghanistan war hero Jason Pore has been named as the new patron of the Auckland RSA

A planned trip to Kaikoura by Government ministers has been cancelled.

Artist known for controversial paintings has released latest work - a topless Maori woman