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NZ defence officials reject Afghan raid claims
The NZDF is rejecting a new book's claims that SAS soldiers led a raid which killed and injured civilians, including a three-year-old girl, in Afghanistan. Video, Audio
Singapore considers training its fighter pilots in NZ
Up to 500 extra people could be stationed at Ohakea if Singapore uses it to train its F-15 fighter jet pilots.
NZDF joins in the race against time to stop the Chch blaze
An Air Force Hercules is expected back in Christchurch today after flying to Australia to pick up supplies to fight the Port Hills fire. Audio
Remembering NZ's worst naval tragedy
The sinking of the HMS Neptune 75 years ago, in which 150 New Zealanders lost their lives, is being commemorated in Wellington. Audio
Public reserve still on cards for Wgtn's Watts Peninsula
Small pockets may be sold for housing, but most of Watts Peninsula will become a public reserve.
Travelling along the Inland Road to Kaikoura
A convoy of 31 Defence Force trucks set off from Culverden to reach Kaikoura on the Inland Road this morning. RNZ reporter Maja Burry went with them. Video, Audio
NZ military to train in third Iraq base
New Zealand's military role in Iraq is to be expanded, with the government giving approval for troops to offer training at a third military base.
Call for inquiry into fatal NZDF helicopter crash
New Zealand First is calling for a commission of inquiry into a helicopter crash that killed three Air Force officers on Anzac Day 2010.
Defence Force's $1.5bn building upgrade approved
The Defence Force has received government approval for a $1.5 billion upgrade of its buildings and facilities.
NZ troops in Bastille Day parade in Paris
New Zealand troops have taken part in the Bastille Day parade in Paris, led by Māori soldiers.
NZDF rehearse for Bastille Day march
The NZDF is rehearsing in Paris for its part in the French Bastille Day military parade on 14 July.
NZ troops to stay in Afghanistan until 2018
New Zealand troops will spend another two years in Afghanistan helping to train local soldiers.
NZ Navy set for world's largest maritime war games
HMNZS Te Kaha has arrived at Pearl Harbor to take part in the world's largest maritime warfare exercise.
No surprise NZ troops staying longer in Iraq
Power Play - The Prime Minister's decision to extend NZ's deployment to Iraq shouldn't have come as a surprise, writes Jane Patterson.
NZ Defence Force to get $20bn upgrade
The government will spend $20 billion on the Defence Force in a long-term investment plan that includes a new cyber security system for defence networks.
NZDF completing aid mission in Fiji
Villages in remote parts of Fiji still need aid after being struck by Cyclone Winston nearly two months ago. The New Zealand Defence Force has been among those delivering supplies around the country… Audio
Defence aims to tackle 'sexist' culture
A rape victim who pushed for changes to the way the Defence Force deals with sexual complaints wants them dealt with independently.
NZ medics head to Fiji as death toll rises
Medical and surgical teams are heading to Fiji to help out following Cyclone Winston as the death toll is updated to 43.
NZ marches on with Iraqi troop training
New Zealand and Australian troops have now trained over 4000 Iraqi Army soldiers, with a new course due to begin in March.
NZ military might won't beat IS - opposition
A military approach won't defeat Islamic State and the government should focus on tackling the terrorist group's funding, opposition parties say. Audio
