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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.
Editorial: We will remember them - but is that enough?
OPINION: We must do more than just remember them.
'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.
Local RSAs told they exist for veterans - not cheap booze and food
New RSA leadership is investigating local clubs' finances and welfare support.
The flights carrying $41m in cash during peak of cyclone crisis
Armed police watched on as the "very important mission" came in to land.
Flight risk: Dotterels' new nesting spot on runway tarmac
“If the aircraft had started, the eggs would have been sucked up.”
Anzac Day services draw big crowds in Tauranga
'Magnificent': 94-year-old WWII veteran Don Wilson's verdict on the dawn service.
Flood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debris
The community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.
Anzac Day: Hawke's Bay's hero chaplain, Māori 'Pah' site acknowledged at Gallipoli
The 'Padre' from Wairoa held a special place in the Māori contingent.
Where to commemorate Anzac Day in Northland
There are services right around the region - here's a guide to where and when.
Air Force targets female high school students for future careers
“I was expecting everyone to be in grey and everyone to be mean.”
“Ultimate sacrifice”: The airman who never returned home
A relative of a World War II airman wants to ensure he's never forgotten.
New RNZAF Poseidon lands in Fiji
The plane is being piloted by a squadron with a long history on the island.
The last post: Kiwi Dambusters squadron pilot dies in NZ
Arthur ‘Joppy’ Joplin, a Kiwi who bombed Hitler’s prized battleship, dies aged 99.
RNZAF mark arrival of second Poseidon aircraft at Ōhakea
The P-8A Poseidon is the second of four new aircraft to arrive at the Ōhakea air base.