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#NZNavy
,
#NZArmy
&
#NZAirForce
STORY📰 The opening of the Military Health and Performance Centre - Tū Manawa Ora, at
#Burnham
Military Camp signals a major investment in the health, wellbeing and operational readiness of New Zealand Defence Force personnel.
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First NZDF Military Health and Performance Centre officially opened in Burnham
The opening of the Military Health and Performance Centre - Tū Manawa Ora, at Burnham Military Camp signals a major investment in the health, wellbeing and operational readiness of New Zealand…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/first-nzdf-military-health-and-performance-centre-officially-opened-in-burnham/
2 days ago
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STORY📰 In a significant first, we have taken the lead in organising and delivering a groundbreaking home‑made explosive training package for New Zealand and Australian explosive detection dog teams.
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Explosive Detector Dogs prove their skills in first-of-a-kind home-made explosive training
In a significant first, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has taken the lead in organising and delivering a groundbreaking home‑made explosive training package for New Zealand and Australian…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/explosive-detector-dogs-prove-their-skills-in-first-of-a-kind-home-made-explosive-training/
2 days ago
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STORY📰 New avionics technician, Aircraftman Findley Barker, has spent years getting to know the Air Force after five years with Air Cadets unit 23, “Ghost Squadron” and has now finally joined the service. He was one of 55 recruits who recently graduated at RNZAF Base Woodbourne.
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Nelson aviator keen to make a difference with Air Force career
Nelson man Findley Barker says with an almost entirely modern fleet, there is a lot to look forward to working in the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nelson-aviator-keen-to-make-a-difference-with-air-force-career/
4 days ago
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STORY📰 In a continuation of the close Anzac alliance, the New Zealand Defence Force has welcomed Group Captain Michael Duyvene de Wit from the Royal Australian Air Force, as director of its new Air and Space Warfare Centre.
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Royal Australian Air Force officer heads NZDF Air and Space Warfare Centre
In a continuation of the close Anzac alliance, the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has welcomed Group Captain Michael Duyvene de Wit from the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), as director of its…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/royal-australian-air-force-officer-heads-nzdf-air-and-space-warfare-centre/
4 days ago
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STORY📰 A
#NZAirForce
P-8A Poseidon aircraft has carried out a successful fisheries patrol over the
#PitcairnIsland
Exclusive Economic Zone identifying vessels of interest for the
#UnitedKingdom
.
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RNZAF P-8A Poseidon monitors Pitcairn Islands EEZ for illegal fishing
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) P-8A Poseidon aircraft has carried out a successful fisheries patrol over the Pitcairn Island Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) identifying vessels of interest for…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/rnzaf-p-8a-poseidon-monitors-pitcairn-islands-eez-for-illegal-fishing/
4 days ago
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STORY📰 When
#Westport’s
Private Zack Armstrong was asked his reason for recently joining the
#NZArmy
Ngāti Tūmatauenga as an infantry soldier in the Reserve Force, the registered paramedic answered without hesitation, “to give back to my community.”
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Westport paramedic joins Reserve Force to help community
When Westport’s Private Zack Armstrong was asked his reason for recently joining the New Zealand Army Ngāti Tūmatauenga as an infantry soldier in the Reserve Force, the registered paramedic answered…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/westport-paramedic-joins-reserve-force-to-help-community/
9 days ago
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STORY📰 For the first time the
#NZArmy's
Emergency Response team has been able to train with commercial fixed-wing aircraft to broaden the range of their capabilities and more effectively attack wildfires.
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Multiple attack fronts now in use against wildfires for the NZ Army
For the first time the New Zealand Army, Ngāti Tūmatauenga’s Emergency Response team has been able to train with commercial fixed-wing aircraft to broaden the range of their capabilities and more…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/multiple-attack-fronts-now-in-use-against-wildfires-for-the-nz-army/
10 days ago
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STORY📰 The
#NZNavy
has completed a successful fishery patrol around
#StewartIsland
and
#FoveauxStrait
, working in close partnership with Fisheries New Zealand.
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Navy and Fisheries NZ team up to conduct southern fishery patrol
The Royal New Zealand Navy has completed a successful fishery patrol around Stewart Island and Foveaux Strait, working in close partnership with Fisheries New Zealand (FNZ).
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/navy-and-fisheries-nz-team-up-to-conduct-southern-fishery-patrol/
10 days ago
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STORY📰
#Papakura
teacher Jane Encinares-Cruz says she returned from last month’s Defence Force teachers camp inspired by the stories of personnel becoming the best versions of themselves.
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Papakura teacher inspired by Navy and Air Force experience
Papakura teacher Jane Encinares-Cruz says she returned from last month’s Defence Force teachers camp inspired by the stories of personnel becoming the best versions of themselves.<br />
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/papakura-teacher-inspired-by-navy-and-air-force-experience/
11 days ago
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STORY📰 Flying in the
#NZAirForce's
Black Falcons aerobatics team is a dream come true for
#Canterbury
pilot Squadron Leader Matt Stapp, and he says it’s some of the most challenging flying a pilot can do.
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Canterbury pilot follows his dreams with RNZAF Black Falcons
Flying in the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) Black Falcons aerobatics team is a dream come true for Canterbury pilot Squadron Leader Matt Stapp, and he says it’s some of the most challenging…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/canterbury-pilot-follows-his-dreams-with-rnzaf-black-falcons/
12 days ago
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STORY📰 Science teacher Sarah Graham loves an excuse to learn new ideas and skills, and recently accomplished all that and more at a New Zealand Defence Force camp for teachers.
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Wānaka teacher gets hands-on at New Zealand Defence Force camp
Science teacher Sarah Graham loves an excuse to learn new ideas and skills, and recently accomplished all that and more at a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) camp for teachers.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/wanaka-teacher-gets-hands-on-at-new-zealand-defence-force-camp/
12 days ago
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STORY📰 A hands-on military encounter - flying in a Hercules and learning how to fight shipboard fires - has given
#Rangiora
teacher Dean Rainey an authentic armed forces experience that he is eager to pass onto the students at Cust School.
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Rangiora teacher gets hands-on Navy and Air Force experience to pass on to students
A hands-on military encounter - flying in a Hercules and learning how to fight shipboard fires - has given Rangiora teacher Dean Rainey an authentic armed forces experience that he is eager to pass…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/rangiora-teacher-gets-hands-on-navy-and-air-force-experience-to-pass-on-to-students/
12 days ago
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STORY📰
#Invercargill
school teacher and former Navy man Brent Win says a recent Defence Force camp has armed him with the knowledge to advise his students on career pathways suited to their skills.
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Invercargill teacher brings back inspiration for students after 10-out-of-10 experience at Defence Force camp
Invercargill school teacher and former Navy man Brent Win says a recent Defence Force camp has armed him with the knowledge to advise his students on career pathways suited to their skills.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/invercargill-teacher-brings-back-inspiration-for-students-after-10-out-of-10-experience-at-defence-force-camp/
12 days ago
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STORY📰
#Singapore’s
Chief of Army recently visited
#Wellington
to discuss both nations’ progress, visions and challenges, as well as mark a significant milestone with Singaporean personnel training in
#Waiouru
.
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NZ Army continues to strengthen Singapore partnership
Singapore’s Chief of Army recently visited Wellington to discuss both nations’ progress, visions and challenges, as well as mark a significant milestone with Singaporean personnel training in Waiouru.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nz-army-continues-to-strengthen-singapore-partnership/
12 days ago
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STORY📰 New
#NZArmy
Reserve Force soldiers have been put to the test in
#Waiouru
as they developed core combat skills.
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Mentored for success - Reservists complete infantry corps training
New Army Reserve Force soldiers have been put to the test in Waiouru as they developed core combat skills.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/mentored-for-success-reservists-complete-infantry-corps-training/
12 days ago
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STORY📰
#NZNavy
multi-role vessel HMNZS Canterbury will arrive into
#Samoa
this weekend for a fuel stop as the ship begins its first South West Pacific maritime operation for 2026, Operation Calypso.
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Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury departs for mission to Tokelau
Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) multi-role vessel HMNZS Canterbury will arrive into Samoa this weekend for a fuel stop as the ship begins its first South West Pacific maritime operation for 2026,…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/royal-new-zealand-navys-hmnzs-canterbury-departs-for-mission-to-tokelau/
13 days ago
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STORY📰 For Colonel Lisa Kelliher, the New Zealand Defence Force’s newly appointed Defence Adviser to Australia, Canberra represents both professional familiarity and the centre of New Zealand’s most important defence partnership.
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75 years on – Anzac relationship strengthens as strategic environment evolves
For Colonel Lisa Kelliher, the New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF) newly appointed Defence Adviser to Australia, Canberra represents both professional familiarity and the centre of New Zealand’s most…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/75-years-on-anzac-relationship-strengthens-as-strategic-environment-evolves/
17 days ago
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UPDATE📢 The New Zealand Defence Force has this week been busy working alongside civil defence and emergency response agencies in the
#Gisborne
Tairāwhiti region.
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NZDF response efforts in Te Araroa and Hicks Bay have provided critical support
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has this week been busy working alongside civil defence and emergency response agencies in the Gisborne Tairāwhiti region.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nzdf-response-efforts-in-te-araroa-and-hicks-bay-have-provided-critical-support/
18 days ago
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STORY📰 The calibre of New Zealand’s highest level professional military education course has been underscored with the attendance of a senior international military leader to the opening day for the 2026 class.
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International demand for New Zealand’s top military course
The calibre of New Zealand’s highest level professional military education course has been underscored with the attendance of a senior international military leader to the opening day for the 2026…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/international-demand-for-new-zealands-top-military-course/
18 days ago
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STORY📰 Helicopter pilot Lieutenant Commander Stephen Knowles, the first
#NZNavy
pilot to join the
#NZAirForce
Black Falcons, says his path from the sea to aerobatics was about as straightforward as a barrel roll.
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‘Career barrel roll’: First Navy pilot joins RNZAF aerobatic Black Falcons team
Helicopter pilot Lieutenant Commander Stephen Knowles, the first Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) pilot to join the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) Black Falcons, says his path from the sea to…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/career-barrel-roll-first-navy-pilot-joins-rnzaf-aerobatic-black-falcons-team/
18 days ago
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STORY📰 The
#NZNavy
is again looking forward to playing a full and active ceremonial role at the
#WaitangiDay
celebrations in the Bay of Islands this year.
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Royal New Zealand Navy looks forward to playing its part at Waitangi Day celebrations
The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) is again looking forward to playing a full and active ceremonial role at the Waitangi Day celebrations in the Bay of Islands this year.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/royal-new-zealand-navy-looks-forward-to-playing-its-part-at-waitangi-day-celebrations/
19 days ago
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NEWS📢 We are continuing to deploy a range of air and land capabilities to assist communities affected by last week’s severe weather, with close to 140 personnel supporting or ready to support recovery efforts.
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New Zealand Defence Force assisting recovery efforts on East Coast
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) is continuing to deploy a range of air and land capabilities to assist communities affected by last week’s severe weather, with close to 140 personnel supporting…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/new-zealand-defence-force-assisting-recovery-efforts-on-east-coast/
24 days ago
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STORY📰 It’s all about the people, the place and the aircraft for
#Auckland
man, Commander David Roderick, the newly appointed Commanding Officer of the
#NZAirForce’s
Naval Aviation squadron.
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New squadron commander gets ready for mission demands and future aircraft
It’s all about the people, the place and the aircraft for Auckland man, Commander David Roderick, the newly appointed Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) Naval Aviation…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/new-squadron-commander-gets-ready-for-mission-demands-and-future-aircraft/
about 1 month ago
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STORY📰 After two years as Base Commander at Ohakea, Group Captain Peter Gibson handed over the role to Group Captain Mark Whiteside last Friday. He has been appointed Deputy Chief of Air Force, and took up his new post this week, on promotion to Air Commodore.
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New Deputy Chief of Air Force and Ohakea Air Force Base Commander take up posts
After two years as Base Commander at Ohakea, Group Captain Peter Gibson handed over the role to Group Captain Mark Whiteside last Friday. He has been appointed Deputy Chief of Air Force, and took up…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/new-deputy-chief-of-air-force-and-ohakea-air-force-base-commander-take-up-posts/
about 1 month ago
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STORY📰 Last week, under the cover of darkness and in rapidly deteriorating weather conditions, one of our NH90 helicopters and crew rescued 35 people from an
#EastCoast
campsite after flooding and slips shut State Highway 2 between
#Ōpōtiki
and
#Mātāwai
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Complex rescue operation a success for helicopter aircrew
Under the cover of darkness and in rapidly deteriorating weather conditions, a Royal New Zealand Air Force NH90 helicopter rescued 35 people from an East Coast campsite after flooding and slips shut…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/complex-rescue-operation-a-success-for-helicopter-aircrew/
about 1 month ago
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STORY📰 New Zealand’s first-ever Defence Adviser to reside in
#India
says the new role reflects New Zealand’s desire to strengthen relationships with a country putting defence and security at the top of its agenda.
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New NZDF appointment underscores growing defence relationship with India
New Zealand’s first-ever Defence Adviser to reside in India says the new role reflects New Zealand’s desire to strengthen relationships with a country putting defence and security at the top of its…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/ew-nzdf-appointment-underscores-growing-defence-relationship-with-india/
about 1 month ago
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STORY📰 An eye for detail is a crucial skill for carpentry and aligns well with life in the
#NZArmy
Reserve Force says Private Stefan Lutge, recipient of the Recruit Territorial Force Top Recruit prize for 2025.
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Reacting swiftly, meticulously and with an eye for detail helped win Top Recruit Award
An eye for detail is a crucial skill for carpentry and aligns well with life in the New Zealand Army Reserve Force says Private Stefan Lutge, recipient of the Recruit Territorial Force Top Recruit…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/reacting-swiftly-meticulously-and-with-an-eye-for-detail-helped-win-top-recruit-award
about 2 months ago
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NEWS📢 Commodore Andrew Brown RNZN (Retd) has been awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration (DSD) in the New Year Honours List 2026 for his leadership of New Zealand’s response to the grounding and subsequent sinking of HMNZS Manawanui in October 2024.
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Naval officer decorated for leadership of response to sinking of HMNZS Manawanui
Commodore Andrew Brown RNZN (Retd) has been awarded the Distinguished Service Decoration (DSD) in the New Year Honours List 2026.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/naval-officer-decorated-for-leadership-of-response-to-sinking-of-hmnzs-manawanui
about 2 months ago
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STORY📰 A Pacific patrol by one of our P-8A Poseidon aircraft, that was aimed at providing maritime domain awareness of threats posed by illegal fishing, responded to an emergency yesterday, successfully completing a search and rescue operation for a missing fisherman.
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New Zealand’s Chief of Defence Force observes Search and Rescue near Tokelau, and Pacific patrol near Cook Islands
A Pacific patrol by a P-8A Poseidon aircraft, that was aimed at providing maritime domain awareness of threats posed by illegal fishing, responded to an emergency yesterday, successfully completing a…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/new-zealands-chief-of-defence-force-observes-search-and-rescue-near-tokelau-and-pacific-patrol-near-cook-islands/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 Chief of Army Major General Rose King reflects on the successes, achievements and challenges of 2025, as the
#NZArmy
looks ahead to the opportunities 2026 will offer.
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2025 in review - another significant year for Ngāti Tūmatauenga
Chief of Army Major General Rose King reflects on the successes, achievements and challenges of 2025, as the New Zealand Army looks ahead to the opportunities 2026 will offer.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/2025-in-review-another-significant-year-for-ngati-tumatauenga/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 New Zealand’s worst naval tragedy occurred in 1941 when HMS Neptune struck mines off the coast of Libya and sunk with the loss of all but one of her 764 crew. 150 New Zealand sailors went down with the ship.
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HMS Neptune tragedy
New Zealand’s worst naval tragedy occurred in 1941 when HMS Neptune struck mines off the coast of Libya and sunk with the loss of all but one of her 764 crew. 150 New Zealand sailors went down with…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/hms-neptune-tragedy
2 months ago
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STORY📰 Pack marching, digging a shell scrape and learning to navigate unknown terrain while on leave from employment or university isn’t everyone’s idea of enjoyment but the 92
#NZArmy
Reserve Force soldiers graduating this month have taken it in their stride.
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Intense six weeks produces motivated reservists
Pack marching, digging a shell scrape and learning to navigate unknown terrain while on leave from employment or university isn’t everyone’s idea of enjoyment but the 92 Army Reserve Force soldiers…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/intense-six-weeks-produces-motivated-reservists/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 The warmth that comes with New Zealand camaraderie and moral support is more than enough against a touch of homesickness and colder weather, say two newly minted Tongan Navy officers.
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Tongan junior officers graduate from Royal New Zealand Navy course
The warmth that comes with New Zealand camaraderie and moral support is more than enough against a touch of homesickness and colder weather, say two newly minted Tongan Navy officers.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/tongan-junior-officers-graduate-from-royal-new-zealand-navy-course/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 Signing up for the Limited Service Volunteer (LSV) course turned out to be one of the best things to have happened to Liam Hepi, taking him from unemployment to a promising career with the
#NZNavy
.
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Limited Service Volunteer from Whanganui finds his true calling in the Navy
Signing up for the Limited Service Volunteer (LSV) course turned out to be one of the best things to have happened to Liam Hepi, taking him from unemployment to a promising career with the Royal New…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/limited-service-volunteer-from-whanganui-finds-his-true-calling-in-the-navy/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 There was a special break from tradition for former Feilding High School student Flying Officer Molly Alcock, one of five pilots who received their wings at Base Ohakea on Thursday after completing the 24/1 pilot training course.
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Father and daughter duo navigate pilot training
There was a special break from tradition for former Feilding High School student Flying Officer Molly Alcock, one of five pilots who received their wings at Base Ohakea on Thursday after completing…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/father-and-daughter-duo-navigate-pilot-training/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 A former
#Nelson
man has received a commendation after saving two lives during a major international exercise in the
#Pacific
.
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Nelson local honoured for life-saving actions overseas
A former Nelson man has received a commendation after saving two lives during a major international exercise in the Pacific.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nelson-local-honoured-for-life-saving-actions-overseas/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 Every year, a small team of New Zealand Defence Force photographers stands at high readiness, deploying on training grounds at home, to operations and exercises around the world. Take a look at the photographer moments for 2025.
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Photographer Moments
Every year, a small team of NZDF photographers stands at high readiness, deploying on training grounds at home, to operations and exercises around the world.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/photographer-moments/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 A recent exercise across the Tasman provided
#NZArmy
personnel with a valuable opportunity to deploy bulk fuel capabilities with their Australian counterparts on Exercise Overland Nautical Petros.
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NZ Army soldiers hone their ability to fuel the fight
A recent exercise across the Tasman provided New Zealand Army personnel with a valuable opportunity to deploy bulk fuel capabilities with their Australian counterparts on Exercise Overland Nautical…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nz-army-soldiers-hone-their-ability-to-fuel-the-fight/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 In 1939, more than 320 New Zealand naval officers and ratings were aboard the cruiser HMS Achilles when it joined the hunt for a German ‘Pocket Battleship’ in the South Atlantic.
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Remembering River Plate
More than 320 New Zealand naval officers and ratings were aboard the cruiser HMS Achilles when it joined the hunt for a German ‘Pocket Battleship’ in the South Atlantic.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/remembering-river-plate
2 months ago
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STORY📰 Friends, family, haka, senior defence leaders and the Royal New Zealand Navy band were all on show on the wharves at Devonport Naval Base today to welcome home HMNZS Aotearoa and its 80-strong ship’s company who have been deployed at sea since late March.
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HMNZS Aotearoa welcomed home after eight-month deployment
Friends, family, haka, senior defence leaders and the Royal New Zealand Navy band were all on show on the wharves at Devonport Naval Base today to welcome home HMNZS Aotearoa and its 80-strong ship’s…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/hmnzs-aotearoa-welcomed-home-after-eight-month-deployment/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 New Zealand’s ability to launch assistance to its Pacific neighbours in the event of a disaster has been tested at
#NZAirForce
Base Auckland, where several agencies strengthened their readiness for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations in the region.
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RNZAF Base Auckland exercise tests ‘NZ Inc’ ability to launch Pacific disaster response
New Zealand’s ability to launch assistance to its Pacific neighbours in the event of a disaster has been tested at Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) Base Auckland.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/rnzaf-base-auckland-exercise-tests-nz-inc-ability-to-launch-pacific-disaster-response
2 months ago
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STORY📰 A last-minute personnel change saw
#NZNavy
Sub Lieutenant Manukura Ngawaka step into a commander’s role for the largest United States Navy humanitarian and civil assistance mission in the Indo-Pacific.
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New Zealand Defence Force personnel support largest US Navy humanitarian and civil assistance mission
A last-minute personnel change saw Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) Sub Lieutenant Manukura Ngawaka step into a commander’s role for the largest United States Navy humanitarian and civil assistance…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/new-zealand-defence-force-personnel-support-largest-us-navy-humanitarian-and-civil-assistance-mission/
2 months ago
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STORY📰 The New Zealand Defence Force has bolstered enforcement of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions against North Korea, deploying the
#NZNavy
and
#NZAirForce
on Operation Whio.
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NZDF bolsters North Korea sanctions enforcement with HMNZS Aotearoa and P-8A Poseidon
The New Zealand Defence Force has bolstered enforcement of United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions against North Korea, deploying the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) and Royal New Zealand Air…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nzdf-bolsters-north-korea-sanctions-enforcement-with-hmnzs-aotearoa-and-p-8a-poseidon/
3 months ago
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NEWS📢 A newly-formed unit of the New Zealand Army, Ngāti Tūmatauenga has formally been called to attention today.
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NZ Army evolves with creation of new Motorised Infantry Battalion at Linton Military Camp
A newly-formed unit of the New Zealand Army, Ngāti Tūmatauenga has formally been called to attention today.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nz-army-evolves-with-creation-of-new-motorised-infantry-battalion-at-linton-military-camp/
3 months ago
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STORY📰 Firefighting is a passion for a
#Blenheim
man serving in both the local volunteer fire brigade and as an Aviation Rescue Firefighter in the
#NZAirForce
.
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Blenheim aviator combines passion for firefighting with military service
Firefighting is a passion for a Blenheim man serving in both the local volunteer fire brigade and as an Aviation Rescue Firefighter in the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/blenheim-aviator-combines-passion-for-firefighting-with-military-service/
3 months ago
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STORY📰 A
#NZNavy
sailor who has shown exceptional leadership, and strengthened morale, cohesion and trust, has been named our Person of the Year. Acting Petty Officer Marine Technician Kristen Kotuhi (Ngāti Raukawa), is also the Sailor of the Year.
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2025 NZDF Person of the Year – Sailor shows exceptional leadership and technical mastery
A Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) sailor who has shown exceptional leadership, and strengthened morale, cohesion and trust, has been named the New Zealand Defence Force’s (NZDF) Person of the Year.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/2025-nzdf-person-of-the-year-sailor-shows-exceptional-leadership-and-technical-mastery/
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STORY📰 For
#NZNavy
Physical Training Instructor, Petty Officer Deena-Ranginui Puketapu, sport has never been just a pastime - it has been the heartbeat of her life, her connection to whānau, and the vehicle that has taken her from Hawke’s Bay to the world stage.
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Dedicated team player balances elite Sport with Service to deliver impressive multi-sport season
For Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) Physical Training Instructor, Petty Officer Deena-Ranginui Puketapu, sport has never been just a pastime.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/dedicated-team-player-balances-elite-sport-with-service-to-deliver-impressive-multi-sport-season/
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NEWS📢 New Zealanders wishing to attend
#AnzacDay
services in
#Gallipoli
,
#Türkiye
, are now invited to register to receive their attendance pass for the 2026 commemorations.
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Registration opens for 2026 Gallipoli services in Türkiye
New Zealanders wishing to attend Anzac Day services in Gallipoli, Türkiye, are now invited to register to receive their attendance pass for the 2026 commemorations.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/registration-opens-for-2026-gallipoli-services-in-tuerkiye/
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STORY📰 A new design for a significantly cost-effective solution for the secure tracking of friendly forces has earned
#NZArmy
Signaller Benjamin Haddley the 2025 New Zealand Defence Force Innovation of the Year award.
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NZ Army soldier designs secure, cost-effective tracking innovation to win award
Communication on the battlefield is often pivotal for mission success.
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/nz-army-soldier-designs-secure-cost-effective-tracking-innovation-to-win-award/
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STORY📰
#NZNavy
Marine Technician Acting Petty Officer Kristen Kotuhi (Ngāti Raukawa) has been named the 2025 Sailor of the Year, for her professionalism, outstanding leadership and technical mastery.
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RNZN Sailor of the Year lives core values
Royal New Zealand Navy Marine Technician Acting Petty Officer Kristen Kotuhi (Ngāti Raukawa) has been named the 2025 New Zealand Defence Force Sailor of the Year, for her professionalism, outstanding…
https://www.nzdf.mil.nz/media-centre/news/rnzn-sailor-of-the-year-lives-core-values/
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