Unlawfully detained: NZDF conducting full inquiry into man's military police kidnap allegation
Minister confirms inquiry into "serious" allegation man was kidnapped by military police.
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NZ troops to leave Afghanistan after 20 years, 10 Kiwi lives lost
New Zealand troops will be pulled out of Afghanistan by the end of May.
Covid-19: Hundreds of Kiwi military staff need psychological check-ups
15.6 per cent of those asked said they'd experienced challenging situations.
Classified material may halt Defence Force prosecution after NZSAS soldier's death
More than a year after special forces soldier died in training, prosecution reaches court.
Inappropriate: Several soldiers reprimanded after MIQ incidents
Three soldiers were removed from duty, while one was charged for inappropriate behaviour.
Man considers kidnap charges against military police after car incident
Man considering kidnap charges against military police officers who 'detained' him.
Defence Force ordered to pay former employee $25000 over dismissal
NZDF breached its obligation to treat employee fairly in relation to performance concerns.
Mosque shooter has last moments on the outside as he leaves Chch for prison
Tarrant is handcuffed and surrounded by police and Defence force staff as he's walked on.
Mosque attacker arrives in Christchurch ahead of sentencing
Brenton Tarrant arrives in Christchurch today ahead of his four-day sentencing hearing.
30-year-fight: Apology, payout for ex-soldier left tetraplegic from training exercise
George Nepata has been awarded a confidential payout, believed to be six figures.
Women rescued after five hours in flooded river
The women are believed to have gone over the Otiria Falls on a kayak and a lilo.
'Code of silence' thwarts plan to eliminate military sexual violence
Review of 'Operation Respect' finds fault with project to eliminate sex abuse and assault.
Richlister: Time to rethink the $4 billion Defence budget
Ex-military businessman Guy Haddleton wants to see a pandemic strategy from the Govt.
NZDF court of inquiry launched after administrator stole $225k
Paniparewhakaro Rangiuia embezzled money raised for soldiers' health and wellbeing.
Third of military suffer post-traumatic stress disorder, study finds
Need for support a "timely reminder as we celebrate Anzac Day".
NZ soldiers finally reunited with family after isolation
NZ soldiers will have their long-awaited reunion with families after a 2-week isolation.
NZ troops based in Camp Taji in Iraq are coming home
Forty five NZ troops based in Camp Taji, in Iraq, are back in NZ or on their way home.
Coronavirus: Joint Anzac Day services at Gallipoli cancelled
No decisions have been made yet on domestic Anzac commemorations
'If you want a war, we'll give you a war' - NZ faces tough decisions as Iran calls Trump's bluff
Analysis: NZ in difficult position after Iran missile attack on US occupied bases in Iraq.
Defence Force troops to be sent to Australia
Personnel and helicopters sent to 'assist our Australian cousins in their time of need'.
Kiwi soldier believed to be far-right extremist arrested at military camp
Soldier thought to be part of far-right group focused on 'blood, honour and brotherhood'.
Ron Mark in scuffle over cowboy hat
NZ First MP Ron Mark say a man snatched his Stetson after a few too many drinks.
Audrey Young: Reading between the lines of Pacific paper
China is not mentioned in latest Defence paper, but it doesn't need to be.
Burnham bombshell: For years NZDF denied 3yo Fatima's death. Until today
The admissions comes amid a Government probe into an NZ-led raid in Afghanistan.
Second NZDF officer points to former Minister amid 'cover-up' allegations
Top military brass are facing questions about a file that contradicted the public story.
'National security': Minister overrules Whenuapai airbase noise ruling
The Minister says those who buy homes near an airbase need to accept noise.
Mariya's battle: NZDF sexual abuse case goes to appeal
Her High Court claim for $600,000 was dismissed because of the statute of limitations.
Man drives old bomb to police station
Dunedin man Dennis Hodge called in an old practice mortar bomb yesterday.
How Iran's attack on Saudi Arabia was exposed
Iran said it had nothing to do with the attack, but facts have exposed that as a lie.
Defence Force prepares for move to new HQ
The new headquarters will be within eye-shot of the Beehive.
Drones, satellites, robots, helmet-cams: Welcome to the modern NZ Army
NZDF moves to digitise its Army for 21st Century warfare.
Ardern and Peters meet security heavyweights
Iran and China are likely to be discussed at Winston Peters' dinner.
Defence Minister to PM: Use chartered planes
Jacinda Ardern was stranded in Australia when the NZDF plane broke down.
Embassy toilet cam case: Navy officers warned not to speculate, talk to media
"Many of you will know the former officer, and you will find the allegations distressing."