Defence Force
Govt launches inquiry into 2010 SAS raid in Afghanistan
The government has announced it will hold an inquiry into claims a raid led by New Zealand soldiers in Afghanistan led to the deaths of civilians, as alleged in the book Hit and Run. Audio
Toxic foam: Regional council doesn't trust NZDF tests
A regional council is going to do its own tests on fire fighting foam in Manawatu because it doesn't trust those being done by the Defence Force. Horizons Regional Council that oversees firefighting… Audio
Defence personnel's Cold War service recognised
Defence Force staff sent to the New Zealand Embassy in Moscow at the height of Cold War tensions have been officially recognised for their service.
Cold War NZ embassy service staff officially recognised
Defence Force {NZDF) staff sent to the New Zealand Embassy in Moscow at the height of Cold War tensions have been officially recognised for their service. About 150 NZDF personnel were sent between… Audio
The Battle of Manners St
On this day in 1943, hundreds of American and Kiwi soldiers clashed on the streets of Wellington. The brawl was hushed up at the time but is still remembered by many who were around back then. Audio
Govt to repatriate more historical war dead
The government is extending its offer to bring home the remains of soliders killed and buried overseas.
PTSD: A veteran's story of coming back from the brink
Decorated Afghan war veteran Bill Blaikie and his wife Nancy speak to Kathryn Ryan about getting better support for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder in this country. Lieutenant Colonel Bill Blaikie was… Audio
Toxic foam: Defence Force didn't tell council of water risks
New information shows the Defence Force asked a local council three times about water supplies on properties around a contaminated airbase, without once mentioning the foam problem. Audio
RNZAF Orion joins search for missing Kiribati fishermen
Two Kiribati fishermen missing for four days are yet to be found.
Politicians and heli-taxis
Defence Minister Ron Mark has been criticised for getting lifts in military aircraft. But hnag on a minute, he's not the only one. Audio
Defence Minister defends use of military choppers
Defence Minister Ron Mark says he used Defence Force aircraft to transport him to and from his hometown Masterton on two occasions on advice from the Air Force. Video, Audio
Toxic foam: Auckland councillors wait for details
Nearly two weeks after RNZ News revealed high levels of toxic contamination in Devonport's groundwater, Auckland councillors have finally had a briefing from government officials. The Defence Force… Audio
Army dentists provide free care for Tuhoe town
Army and Navy dental personnel are providing free dental care to residents in a small Bay of Plenty town.
'A lot of us girls just gave up telling our story' - RNZAF staffer
But the Crown has challenged many of the claims by a former Air Force staffer, who says she resigned after complaining about abuse by her superior.
Report reveals toxic foam contamination in Auckland waters
Toxic firefighting foam chemicals have contaminated a bay in Devonport in Auckland, a Defence Force report says.
Hobsonville Point development cleared of contamination
A Hobsonville Point development on the site of a former airbase has been cleared for toxic-foam contamination, its chief executive says.
NZ sends Hercules, Orion to Tonga
The Defence Force has sent 12 tonnes of aid supplies, including hygiene and shelter kits to Tonga, as well as an Orion aircraft to carry out aerial surveillance. Video, Audio
Govt's minimising of toxic foam risks 'doomed to fail'
New Zealand officials are wrong to underplay the risks from firefighting foam that has contaminated water supplies, an American public health expert says.
VIDEO: Govt ready to go to help Tonga - Ardern
The Prime Minister says New Zealand is standing by to help cyclone-battered Tonga. Watch Jacinda Ardern on Morning Report. Video, Audio
Richard Graham's conviction highlights lack of post-military support
With the conviction of a former spy for burglary and drug offences, ex-Defence Force personnel say there isn't enough support for returned veterans.
