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‘Increasing’ threats to NZ security, ministry warns, as Collins appoints new defence chiefs
The defence chiefs will be in place as the country faces a complex global environment.
'I didn’t think about being scared': Air force medic recognised for rescuing more than 70 people during floods
Dangling from a helicopter above flood waters gains NZ Defence Force recognition.
Military flag featuring battle honours returned in final public outing
Military flag repaired and returned to Hastings District Council.
Waiouru exercises important in 'volatile, uncertain and complex world'
Realistic scenarios help soldiers keep ready for any eventuality.
Could NZ defend itself from an invasion?
The NZ Army School of Artillery put personnel through their paces in various live-fire scenarios. But is it enough to defend ourselves? Video / Mike Scott
Winston Peters delivers serious warning as scrutiny week concludes
Ministers have survived hours of questioning by Opposition MPs during the week.
Defence force parachutes with the stars over Coromandel Peninsula
The Coromandel Peninsula was used to simulate a realistic jungle environment.
Low flying military aircraft head to isolated Coromandel beach
Low flying military aircraft expected over isolated Coromandel beach.
Watch live: Govt pledges $571m for Defence Force pay, helicopter and vehicle upgrades
The new spend includes more than $100m of cuts to the NZDF and the Defence Ministry.
One uniform and a guitar: NZDF to play reduced role Gallipoli dawn service
The unprecedented event was caused by the chaos of the Dubai floods last week.
Warriors team up with Defence Force for tribute before Anzac NRL match
CEO: 'To be able to commemorate those who have served, fought and fallen is an honour.'
Tūrangi soldier embarks on pilgrimage to Gallipoli
Warrant Officer Class 1 Carlo De Negri will pay his respects to a fallen relative.
More than 30 Anzac Day services in Hawke's Bay
The day starts with dawn parades and continues with civic and church services.
Voices of Gallipoli celebrated at National Army Museum Te Mata Toa
A special civic service will be held in Waiōuru on Anzac Day.
Preparing for war: Behind the lines with the NZ Army
Soldiers assembled for the biggest training exercise since 2017.
Biggest army exercise in seven years
The largest military drill in seven years took place at Tekapo military camp last week. Video / George Heard
Ditching the 9 to 5 stranglehold: An expert tells how
The #WorkSchoolHours founder talkin' about a workplace revolution.
Revealed: Govt restricts access to veteran VIP scheme
Veterans' Affairs is reducing access to its Veterans Independence Programme.
Hamiltonian helps South Sudan fight challenges
Lieutenant Colonel Sheree Alexander is leading a United Nations Mission.
Waitangi Tribunal hearing to listen to Māori veterans' war stories
Few Māori veterans from WWII acquired farms under settlement schemes.
Top gun: HB sharpshooter bags deer, gifts it to soldiers then joins army
A farmer turned sharp shooter can now knock the top off a bottle from 300 metres.