Defence Force
Defence Force won't investigate death of Singaporean Aloysius Pang
The military will not hold an internal investigation into the death of a Singaporean soldier and actor who died after being injured at Waiouru.
Outcry in Singapore over actor's death from injuries in NZ
There has been public outcry in Singapore over the death of actor Aloysius Pang, from injuries he sustained in a military training exercise in New Zealand. The 28-year-old was a rising star in… Audio
Defence 2019: More spending, more upgrades
The Defence Minister says it won't be long before there are more details of one of the biggest procurements in decades. Last year, the government announced $2.3 billion for new planes to replace the… Audio
Injured Singaporean actor now in critical condition
The actor, who is also a reservist in the Singaporean army, was injured during a live-firing exercise at the Waiouru Training Area.
Kiwi troops deployed overseas get in the festive spirit
It's going to be a white Christmas for some Defence Force troops serving overseas this year.
Anger at decision to keep Operation Burnham inquiry secret
Those advocating for the inquiry into Operation Burnham to be open to the public say a closed-door inquiry serves only to protect the military's reputation.
Rogue Defence Force guns
Semi-automatic guns sold by the Defence Force ages ago being used by gangs. Audio
Operation Burnham classified docs may be made public
The public may know before Christmas whether classified information on a controversial Defence Force raid in Afghanistan will be released. An inquiry is examining allegations New Zealand soldiers… Audio
Hit & Run: Operation Burnham preliminary hearing continues
An inquiry into an SAS raid in Afghanistan that according to the book Hit and Run led to civilian deaths has begun in Wellington with a preliminary hearing. It's being conducted by the former Supreme… Audio
Hager calls for open inquiry on SAS mission in Afghanistan
The author of a book accusing the Defence Force of covering up civilian deaths during an SAS mission in Afghanistan has urged an inquiry to publicly release information.
Confidential material discussed as part of Operation Burnham inquiry
Former Supreme Court judge Sir Terence Arnold and former Prime Minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer are heading an inquiry into Operation Burnham, but a preliminary hearing is listening to arguments about how… Audio
Defence Force claims secret drone footage disproves Hager's claims
New Zealand Defence Force has almost eight hours of secret American drone footage it says shows there are more than 100 mistakes in a book about a controversial raid in Afghanistan.
Govt considers flammable furniture ban
The furniture industry is in for a massive shake up with the government looking at whether it should ban a widely used highly flammable foam filling. Fire and Emergency recently hosted a demonstration… Audio
Bomb drop: 'The explosions were quite significant'
Loud booms erupted in Kaipara this week, as the air force dropped bombs during a training exercise.
Plaque recognising role of hospital ship unveiled
A memorial plaque recognising the significant role of the hospital ship Maheno supporting Anzac troops during the First World War was unveiled this morning at the North Otago town of Maheno.
Rupert and Chris Powell: descendants' big part in special day
Lieutenant Colonel Chris Powell is a member of the Army Reserves, and will attend the Armistice Day service today at Auckland War Memorial Museum with his 14 year old son Rupert, who has a special… Audio
Locals hoping to cash in on Ohakea development
A huge influx of new residents and spending is set to boost the communities near the Ohakea defence base. More than $2 billion is being spent on replacing the old Orion planes with four new P-8… Audio
Protests at Defence Forum
Protestors target the representation of US weapons manufacturer Lockheed Martin at Palmerston North's Defence, Industry and National Security Forum. But, NZ First MP Darroch Ball says many other… Audio
NZ soldiers leave for possible final Iraq deployment
New Zealand troops leave today for what could be the final on-the-ground mission in Iraq. The government plans to review its deployment early next year, but for now, our troops are off to train Iraqi… Audio
Long Road Home seeks royal patronage
A trust which helps military personnel hopes to secure Prince Harry as its patron for a fundraising event in January.
