Fifa World Cup: Kylian Mbappé penalty sees France overcome Paraguay in tense encounter
But the introduction of substitute Desire Doue for left winger Bradley Barcola in the 61st minute led to…
Defence Minister to attend NATO summit in Türkiye
Defence Minister Chris Penk will travel to Antalya in Türkiye tomorrow to attend the NATO Summit being held…
Using distance as a defence strategy is now wishful thinking for NZ
As China’s military expansion shakes up the Indo-Pacific region’s security order, it is becoming harder to argue that…
Auckland trial hears defence case for Margaret Green, accused of murdering partner Selwyn Robson
But Giles said that on May 6 of last year, her client “decided to leave” Robson. In his…
Watch: NZ Air Force fires missiles at ship during training exercise
The New Zealand Air Force has shared footage of one of its aircraft firing missiles at a ship…
Soldier who threatened to kill officer demoted and named
A soldier who threatened to kill an army captain and called him a b**** during a late-night confrontation…
NZ Defence Force issues first medals with image of King Charles
The first New Zealand Defence Force medals featuring the image of King Charles have been presented to service…
Family of Cook Islands fisherman rescued by NZDF feel ‘overwhelming joy’
The family of a Cook Islands fisherman found alive by the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) after…
Twenty20 World Cup: White Ferns survive scare against Ireland to keep title defence alive
Rosemary Mair then dismissed Lewis before Bates rounded off the win to deny Ireland. “It has been a…
New Zealand Defence Force land combat capability falls to 45%, minister blames poor facilities as ‘imperfect’
Much work was being progressed but “we do not say for a moment that we have completed that…
From submarines to spin rooms: How Defence Minister Chris Penk stays afloat in politics
He presents as affable and earnest, with a willingness to address any question. “I think the Fourth Estate’s…
NZ Civil Defence’s emergency mobile alert system to be tested tonight
In an emergency, it can be used by NEMA, Civil Defence and emergency services to send geotargeted alerts…