Defence Force
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 26 April
On today's episode, the new Media and Communications Minister Paul Goldsmith discusses his plan for the industry, RNZ's political editor Jo Moir and NZ Herald political editor Clair Trevett wrap up… Audio
NZDF gets creative for Gallipoli Anzac Day ceremony
Described as a "fantastic representation", the NZDF contingent made do with a loaned cornet and resized uniforms after their luggage was lost in Dubai.
On the fringes of the Gallipoli battlefield
When our Gallipoli soldiers landed at the historically significant site they occasionally paused to admire the sunsets, birds and flowers; and to souvenir treasures Audio
Anzac Day: Veterans not getting support they need, feel forgotten about
Some contemporary veterans say are dealing with the impacts of serving, but the government is not providing them with the support they need. Audio
NZDF luggage lost on way to Gallipoli
There's bitter disappointment and the role of the New Zealand Defence Force at ANZAC commemorations in Gallipoli is up in the air, after the group's luggage was lost in transit. Chief Executive of the… Audio
NZDF on show at Warriors ANZAC DAY NRL match
Rugby league fans will be treated to a visually spectacular display from the New Zealand Defence Force when the Warriors play their Anzac Day NRL match in Auckland on Thursday afternoon. Lieutenant… Audio
RSA clubs need to 'reorient', make veterans the priority - chairperson
Martyn Dunne says many RSAs are "highly successful" but have not been looking after the veterans. Audio
Large Defence Force turnout for Warriors' Anzac Day match
It is the second time the Warriors, the only New Zealand team in the NRL competition, have hosted the Anzac Day fixture.
NZ Remembrance Army cleaning memorials ahead of ANZAC day
A charity dedicated to cleaning the graves of returned servicepeople has been busy preparing for ANZAC Day this Thursday. Returned serviceman and the charity's managing director Simon Strombom spoke… Audio
NZDF presence in Middle East under greater pressure
The coalition announced in January that the Defence Force would send a team of six to help plan strikes against Houthi rebels targeting ships, the deployment is part of a US-led operation to protect… Audio
Defence's hazardous substances audit underway after years of stalling
The Ministry of Defence has begun auditing its handling of hazardous materials such as rocket fuel and tonnes of old ammunition.
RSA reverses course on poppies thanks to big donation
A "kind local" has offered to cover the costs for the RSA, after it said it wouldn't be putting them on graves this year.
Coroner wanted changes after finding Defence Force member's death was suicide
The service person was the subject of an internal investigation at the time of their death in 2013.
Defence Minister talks AUKUS in meeting with top US military contractor
Officials told the minister that Honeywell International, which holds billions of dollars in US navy, army and air force contracts, wants to invest to grow in the region.
Senior US diplomat suggests AUKUS will deter any China moves against Taiwan
The US Deputy Secretary of State has made an unusual linkage between the AUKUS security pact and deterring any Chinese move against Taiwan.
Warbirds over Wānaka promises best ever show after six-year hiatus
More than 50,000 people are expected to attend the international airshow, which first ran in 1988.
Defence Force warns Government over its 'dire' state
The Defence Force is again warning the Government it's in a dire state, calling it vulnerable and hollow and describing the Navy as extremely fragile.
Staff have left in droves and it is now looking… Audio
PM's 757 plane grounded once again
There's no guarantee the Defence Force's ageing Boeing 757 fleet will be replaced before the next election.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon missed meetings with world leaders in Melbourne on Tuesday… Audio
Defence Force plane delays 'not a good look' - Judith Collins
"It's just embarassing." That's how Defence minister, Judith Collins described the grounding of the Prime Minister's ride to Australia this morning. Christopher Luxon was supposed to be flying on one… Audio
Former Defence Minister on problematic plane
The Prime Minister abandoned his Defence Force flight to Melbourne because a 'maintenance fault' was identified with the Boeing 757.
Christopher Luxon ended up flying commercially, and running behind… Audio