Defence Force
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.
Lack of post-military support, say ex Defence Force staff
A former Air Force spy's conviction has shone a light on how soldiers and veterans are treated after being posted overseas, where they've been exposed to traumatic violence in high-stress situations.
…NZers warned over toxic foam: 'Ticking timebomb'
An Australian firefighter with alarming levels of toxic foam chemicals in his blood says New Zealanders must take protecting their health into their own hands. Video
Farmer feels vindicated by Defence Force foam revelations
A former Marlborough deer farmer lost a fortune fighting the Government over allegations his groundwater was poisoned by activities on the nearby Woodbourne air force base. Video, Audio
Contaminated water: Ohakea neighbours unaware of test results
A family of five says government agencies have left them in the dark over drinking water contaminated by the Air Force. The family are among the closest neighbours of the Ohakea airbase near… Audio
Contaminated drinking water found near airforce bases
Ohakea Air Base has simply pushed farmers concerns over their contaminated properties on to government ministries, farmers say. Video, Audio
Service held for soldier who died at military camp
A service has been held at Burnham Military Camp in Christchurch after a soldier died earlier this week.
Defence Minsitry confident new tanker will be delivered on time
The Defence Ministry says it is not concerned about the money woes of the company building its new half-billion-dollar ship.
'Luck' that missing Fiji boat washed ashore - NZDF
A boat had been on its way back to Totoya Island after picking up family for Christmas from about 40km away when it ran out of fuel, the Defence Force says.
'Luck' that missing Fiji boat washed ashore - NZDF
A boat had been on its way back to Totoya Island after picking up family for Christmas from about 40km away when it ran out of fuel, the Defence Force says.
War veteran wins 50-year fight for compo
A war veteran who lost his sight after a snake attack in the Malayan jungle has won a 50-year fight for compensation.
Watchdog investigating illegal toxic foam
The Environmental Protection Authority has launched an investigation into banned firefighting foams which have been linked to cancer. Audio
Defence force sexual assault survivors speak out
Two women have waived their right to name suppression so they can speak out abut sexual abuse they suffered from men who were serving in the Defence Force. Former sailor Hayley Young is embroiled in… Audio
'It's really difficult to keep telling your story'
Delays in releasing a report into the Defence Force's handling of sexual assault are forcing women to re-live traumatic events, says one victim.
Ohakea, Woodbourne water contamination investigated
Defence Reporter Kate Pereyra Garcia digs into the issue of toxic groundwater contamination at two Air Force bases. She says drinking water outside the Ohakea and Woodbourne bases is being tested, but… Audio
Govt withholds Ohakea water contamination details
Government officials are refusing to provide details about the level of water contamination at sites where firefighting foam was used. It's been a week since it was revealed there was possible soil… Audio
