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Emotional farewell for slain soldier
In a warehouse packed with dignitaries and military officers, mourners today heard how NZ had lost a fine young leader, 28-year-old Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell.
Last respects paid to slain NZ soldier
The death of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell in Afghanistan was a tragedy on a number of levels, the Governor-General told the slain soldier's military funeral today.
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Emotional return for fallen soldier
NZ's first Afghanistan war casualty has been returned to his home town of Feilding, after an emotional ceremony at nearby Ohakea Air Force Base.
Soldier's body returned to family
The body of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell landed at Ohakea this afternoon. A full military funeral will be held on Wednesday.
Surviving a bitter path to peace
A Kiwi soldier has published a book about his experience serving in Afghanistan.
Injured soldiers escort O'Donnell's body home
Soldier's body will be returned to his family today.
Slain soldier's body arrives in New Zealand
A hearse carrying the casket of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell has left Whenuapai Air Base, while two other injured soldiers have been transported to hospital.
Slain soldier coming home today
The body of a New Zealand soldier killed in Afghanistan is due back in New Zealand today, accompanied by two of his injured comrades.
Soldiers to be evacuated to NZ
The body of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell and his two injured colleagues have been moved to Bagram airbase and will be evacuated to NZ.