Defence Force
Espionage trial of New Zealand soldier shrouded in secrecy
RNZ will argue against the heavy suppressions on Monday, before court martial begins. Audio
Solider accused of spying to face court martial
A soldier with links to far right groups and who is accused of spying will face a court martial hearing next week - a first-of-its-kind prosecution that's for now shrouded in secrecy. The Linton-based… Audio
Two NZDF heroes open up on their life-saving mission to Antarctica
A risky rescue mission that involved hot refuelling, night vision goggles, minus 30 degree temperatures and the black hole effect.
Past the point of safe return, nowhere to go but Antarctica
After a risky rescue mission to Antarctica, the commander and pilot's blow-by-blow of the 20-hour round trip to McMurdo Station Audio
NZDF combat-ready soldiers deployed to South Korea to work with local and US army
They will undertake a range of infantry training activities with their South Korean and US counterparts.
No penalty clauses paid on stalled Waiouru army base housing project
Penalty clauses can be paid when contractors or subcontractors sign up to projects that do not then go ahead.
Australia, UK sign 50-year AUKUS defence treaty
Australia's government says it has signed a treaty with Britain to bolster cooperation over the next 50 years on the AUKUS nuclear submarine partnership.
US commander visits as military integration with 'kill chains' advances
A US army commander visiting NZ has praised how the US and NZ Defence Force are developing an integrated network, at the same time as the latest example of this integration comes to light. Audio
US wants partners - including NZ - to prepare for space wars
The new US Space Force strategy for international partnership calls for partners to engage in missions, wargaming and joint planning. Audio
Defence spoke to tech company behind US-Mexico border security towers
Meanwhile the government also wants to up its own game in supplying international markets with high-tech military systems.
Trio rescued from life raft in Pacific Ocean
Their launch was heading from New Zealand to Tonga when it ran into trouble.
How will NZ pay the higher premiums for defence spending?
Analysis: Defence spending is like insurance - you have to pay for it but you hope you never have to use it.
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 7 July 2025
In today's episode, the union representing midwives says Wellington Hospital cutting beds from its gynaecology and maternity wards in a trial aimed at making more room for patients from the… Audio
Air Force establishes first dedicated space unit
Monitoring potential dangers, such as intruders or eavesdroppers, is the focus of the country's new space squadron. Air Component Commander, Air Commodore Andy Scott spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
RNZAF launches first dedicated space unit
The No. 62 Squadron's initial focus will be on monitoring, analysing, and understanding space activity.
Morning Report Essentials for Tuesday 1 July 2025
In today's episode, the Government announces it will introduce new penalties for those who hurl coward punches, to reflect the gravity of their crime. The weight-loss injection Wegovy, that has the… Audio
Defence Force staff accepted gifts from commercial suppliers
An investigation by the Auditor-General has found Defence Force staff accepted gifts and hospitality from commercial suppliers, potentially undermining the integrity of those contracts. David Lemmon… Audio
Defence Force aircraft lands in Middle East to help stranded Kiwis
Defence Minister Judith Collins has reiterated people should leave Israel and Iran if they can do so safely.
US-Australia defence alliance alive and well, insists expert
Professor Alan Tidwell believes the agreement will change, but never end.
Defence Force's housing project fails to break ground
The Defence Force's flagship project to fix up poor housing that is bad for soldiers' health has failed to break ground two years after it was funded. Phil Pennington spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
