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Veterans remember Battle of Crete
Sixteen veterans of the Battle of Crete where 671 New Zealanders were killed 70 years ago were honoured today, with wreaths laid at the National War Memorial to mark the battle.
Teen found guilty of murder
An Oamaru teen has been found guilty of murdering William Lewis after a jury rejected his claim of self defence.
Key blamed for protection squad cost blowout
Labour is accusing John Key of using his police security officers more than he needs to.
Sovereign wealth fund gets shot of munitions companies
Australia's sovereign wealth fund dumped holdings in mine and cluster-bomb makers.
Kiwis remember colleagues on Anzac Day
New Zealand troops reflected on the deaths of two comrades killed in Afghanistan in the past year as they celebrated Anzac Day today.
Editorial: We must keep honouring all who serve
It has been easy to honour service in World War II. No other war, including World War I, has had such just cause.
Upgraded Orion a 'quantum leap'
The first of the RNZAF's Orion patrol aircraft is due back in Auckland after a $373m refit.
NZ SAS prisoners tortured - report
Fresh questions are being raised about New Zealand's elite SAS soldiers and their role in detaining prisoners and then handing them on to other forces who may have tortured them. At least three people, including one child, have reportedly..
Second ever ANZAC of the year named
An 81-year-old doctor, humanitarian and retired soldier has been named New Zealand's second ever ANZAC of the year.
Moral doubts over real life Terminators
Wars in the future may be waged by a new generation of combat robots.