Defence Force
PM misses meetings due to plane fault
The Prime Minister has had to miss bilateral meetings in Australia this morning after a maintenance after the Defence Force plane couldn't take off due to a maintenance fault.
Christopher Luxon was… Audio
Nearly 100 defence personnel to help in training for Ukraine
The Defence Force says nearly 100 personnel will be involved in specialised training in Europe by the middle of the year, under the government's extension of support to Ukraine.
NZ Defence Force to remember animals who served with armed forces
The New Zealand Defence Force is hosting two events to commemorate Purple Poppy Day this morning.
Australia pressuring New Zealand to upgrade Defence Force
Air Marshal Kevin Short says Australia is reshaping its Defence Force for "a singular threat from a singular direction" - and is clear about what it wants from NZ.
NZ may already be involved in strikes against Houthi says journalist
A journalist with experience of war zones says New Zealand may already be actively involved in US and UK-led strikes in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen.
The US Secretary of Defence confirmed in a… Audio
The employment woes facing the NZDF
Our Defence Force has a growing problem with attracting and retaining essential staff - at a time they are needed more than ever.
Collins ponders NZ's part in AUKUS: 'You've got to bring your food to the party'
It's important New Zealand works out what it can contribute if it decides to join the military alliance, the defence minister says. Audio
'Holding the world to ransom': Collins defends call to send troops to Middle East
Opposition parties are condemning the government's plan, saying it has "shades of Iraq". Audio
NZDF mission in Red Sea has 'shades of Iraq' - Labour
The Labour Party is condemning the coalition government's deployment of Defence Force troops to the Middle East.
New Zealand to deploy Defence Force to Red Sea
New Zealand will send a six-member Defence Force team to help protect shipping in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks.
Space race puts pressure on New Zealand Defence Force
New Zealand is in a group of allies the US has asked to stump up more money for military satellites.
Defence Force plane availability confirmed for PM Chris Luxon's Australia trip
If he is on it, he will be breaking a commitment made in June. He says the 757 will allow him to bring a media delegation, and he has asked the Defence Force to come up with long-term options.
NZDF not part of US military's plan to flood Asia-Pacific with drones
The United States military is pushing ahead with its plan to flood the Asia-Pacific region with drones - but New Zealand's military is not on board with it.
Tough defence decisions loom for new government
The coalition government will have to make some tough calls on defence spending this term to help the force address staff shortages and ageing infrastructure.
Australia to create navy nuclear safety watchdog for AUKUS
Australia will spend NZ$598.6m to create a naval nuclear power safety regulator as part of the AUKUS programme, a government economic update shows.
Defence Minister claims Labour government had 'anti-American stance'
Defence Minister Judith Collins has described the previous Labour government as somewhat anti-American, but is refusing to explain why she holds that view.
NZ Navy to get renewable-powered uncrewed vessel
A renewable-powered uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) named Bluebottle is on its way to the Royal New Zealand Navy.
Currently in Sydney, the 6.8 metre vessel will be trialled for use in various… Audio
Armed Defenders Squad praises police tactical units during Mosque attacks
An Armed Offenders Squad commander says the response of police tactical units to the Christchurch mosque attacks was unprecedented, and outstanding.
The inquest into the 2019 terror attacks that… Audio
Alcohol abuse in Defence Force mars NZ's image, says health body
Heavy drinking displayed by Defence Force staff deployed in Egypt is an embarrassment to the country, says Alcohol Healthwatch director Andrew Galloway.
Ceremony bestows 78 sets of medals to descendants of 28th Māori Battalion
A total of 78 sets of medals have been given out in an emotional ceremony, in recognition of members of the legendary 28th Māori Battalion, and presented to their descendants at Waitangi.
