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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.
Luxon compares Govt action plan to 'corporate turnaround'
Law and order will be the Government's focus.
Calls for new Defence Force planes & Biden faces criticism | Focus Morning Bulletin July 1, 2024
In today’s NZ Herald headlines with Chereè Kinnear, New Zealanders demand new Defence Force planes, a cold blast brings chilly weather predictions & President Biden faces scrutiny.
US praises NZ Air Force for ‘extraordinary’ Antarctica medical evacuation
The RNZAF C-130H Hercules crew wore night-vision goggles as they landed on an ice runway.
Winston Peters delivers serious warning as scrutiny week concludes
Ministers have survived hours of questioning by Opposition MPs during the week.
PM's plane woes risk denting NZ's international reputation, says law expert
Christopher Luxon was forced to use a commercial flight for his official trip.
Jenée Tibshraeny: It's hard to sell NZ to the world after another 'embarrassing' plane failure
OPINION: The situation with the NZ Defence Force planes is untenable.
NZDF plane breaks down: Air NZ flight diverted for delegation; PM may always fly commercial
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's meeting with Japanese counterpart unaffected.
'Pretty hellish': Kiwis on first evacuation flight from Noumea describe ‘frightening’ experience
First evacuees say they are very grateful to be back in New Zealand.
'Absolutely gutted': NZDF to play reduced role in Gallipoli dawn service
The RSA CEO expects Kiwi ingenuity to shine through as they face this obstacle.
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.'
More than 30 Anzac Day services in Hawke's Bay
The day starts with dawn parades and continues with civic and church services.
Revealed: Govt restricts access to veteran VIP scheme
Veterans' Affairs is reducing access to its Veterans Independence Programme.
Kaitāia man gets nuclear test medal after 67-year wait
The Far North's Russell Hockley finally gets his King Charles III Nuclear Medal.
Editorial: Rundown house and broken plane embarrassing look for Luxon and NZ on global stage
Urgent fixes are needed before more international reputational damage is done.
Waitangi Tribunal hearing to listen to Māori veterans' war stories
Few Māori veterans from WWII acquired farms under settlement schemes.
'Overwhelmed': School koha exchange as Air Force returns for cyclone anniversary
Kererū Primary School principal Kelsie Allen was shocked by the generosity.
Australian officials coming to NZ to talk Aukus deal as Winston Peters, Judith Collins salute strength of Anzus
The ministers have spent the day locked away talking about China and submarines.
From a hearse to a Hercules: Soaring send-off for Air Force kaumātua over Hawke's Bay
Richard Wallace, QSM, died in Wairoa on Saturday.
Overnight delays expected on State Highway 3 at Ōhakea
The roadworks are part of a project to build a permanent roundabout at the intersection.