NZ Army takes jungle warfare lessons from Philippines exercise
11 May 2026
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Palmerston North soldier hones cyber skills and tactics in Philippines exercise
06 May 2026
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Philippines born Christchurch soldier returns to train with close regional partners in Exercise Balikatan
05 May 2026
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Samoa’s banana-funded Spitfire fuels emotional Anzac service for NZ officer
05 May 2026
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Rotorua Reserve Force soldier rises to the challenge and is set for world stage
05 May 2026
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Nelson anaesthetist and soldier part of large multi-national exercise
04 May 2026
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NZDF assists Bougainville in destruction of WWII-era bombs
30 April 2026
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Napier Reserve Force soldier builds on milestone competition win and readies for the world stage
30 April 2026
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‘Live by the values of the uniform’: Northern region’s infantry battalion regimental sergeant major
30 April 2026
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Rare Gallipoli headstone a rallying call for NZDF contingent
26 April 2026
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New Zealand Army personnel mark significant combat anniversary in Korea
25 April 2026
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NZDF marks Anzac Day with conflict anniversaries front of mind
25 April 2026
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Southland brothers in arms - The human cost of war laid bare on Gallipoli Peninsula
24 April 2026
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Remains of two New Zealand First World War casualties reburied in France
23 April 2026
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Army officer fulfils career and family goals at Gallipoli
22 April 2026
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NZ Army Automotive Technicians gain value from extraordinary Supercars experience
21 April 2026
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NZ Army Band members deploy to other bands and triumph at prestigious brass championships
21 April 2026
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Nowhere to hide with Electronic Warfare Operators listening in
21 April 2026
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Anzac Day a timely reminder about support for veterans
20 April 2026
In the community
Pacific co-operation: New Zealand Defence Force and Papua New Guinea
16 April 2026
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Anzac Day
16 April 2026
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Kiwi military medics and health professionals link up for major Aussie training scenario
09 April 2026
Ops & exercises
NZ Army crew packs a punch at international Light Armoured Vehicle competition
02 April 2026
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Dedicated doctor receives prestigious Defence Health award
01 April 2026
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Gisborne soldier prepares loads for precision airdrops in multi-nation exercise
31 March 2026
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NZ Special Service Medal – Ukraine
31 March 2026
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NZ Army and Pacific soldiers dig deep in core soldiering skills competition
31 March 2026
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Punjab-born soldier’s passion for service in the New Zealand Army
30 March 2026
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Pacific deployment rewarding experience for NZ Army soldier determined to inspire others
26 March 2026
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Pacific partners welcomed ahead of 1 (NZ) Brigade Skill at Arms
20 March 2026
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We are Ngāti Tūmatauenga - the New Zealand Army
The NZ Army is a world-class, combat ready force, which is modern, agile and highly adaptive. Our mission is to provide world-class, combat ready, land forces that are trained, led and equipped to win as part of an Integrated Defence Force. We leverage modern equipment and technology in order to improve our training, enhance our decision making and optimise our capabilities.
We are a force of highly trained professionals.
We come from all walks of life and share a strong sense of what it means to be Kiwi - our culture is based on our values Tū Kaha (courage), Tū Tika (commitment), Tū Tira (comradeship) and Tū Maia (integrity). Together, we are Force for New Zealand and are proud to serve Aotearoa and its diverse communities.
We are well-equipped to operate in diverse environments, with precise effect.
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Through their eyes
Sharpening key combat engineer skills on the water
14 July 2025
Life in service
Army medic stays grounded at high altitude
11 July 2025
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Former Takapuna Grammar student selected to train as Army Officer in Australia
30 May 2025
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Hawke’s Bay combat driver relishes once-in-lifetime job in Antarctica
12 May 2025
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Corporal recognised for his role in producing NZ Army leaders
20 March 2025
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Reserve Force training pushes new Blenheim soldier
21 January 2025
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Oamaru fencer loving the standards in NZ Army Reserve Force
14 January 2025