Protection of merchant shipping top of agenda for Navy reservist
25 May 2026
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Budget 2026 shores up maritime security
25 May 2026
Organisation
Navy, Air Force combine to rescue injured yachtie
22 May 2026
In the community
Navy uncrewed vessels monitor Northland waters for narcotics trafficking
22 May 2026
Ops & exercises
New houses become homes for Defence Force families
19 May 2026
Organisation
Wellington rolls out the blue carpet for visiting Japanese naval vessel
17 May 2026
Partnerships
Dunedin students onboard with expanded Navy camp week
07 May 2026
People
Protection of merchant shipping top of agenda during wargames in Auckland
06 May 2026
Ops & exercises
NZDF assists Bougainville in destruction of WWII-era bombs
30 April 2026
Ops & exercises
Navy shows opportunities for Marlborough student
28 April 2026
People
Rare Gallipoli headstone a rallying call for NZDF contingent
26 April 2026
Our Heritage
NZDF marks Anzac Day with conflict anniversaries front of mind
25 April 2026
Our Heritage
Southland chaplain supports NZDF contingent during ‘meaningful’ Gallipoli deployment
23 April 2026
People
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
Ops & exercises
Anzac Day
16 April 2026
Our Heritage
NZ Special Service Medal – Ukraine
31 March 2026
Medals and awards
Bay of Islands sailor experiences ice-breaking mission to Antarctica
30 March 2026
People
Otago sailor experiences ice-breaking mission to Antarctica
30 March 2026
People
Emotional return to Tokelau for Royal New Zealand Navy sailor
23 March 2026
People
Sikhs in the Royal New Zealand Navy balance military service and faith
23 March 2026
People
Nelson, Marlborough and Tasman veteran support event makes it easier to access services
11 March 2026
In the community
Defence, Navy and industry complete sovereign radar tracking trial off Banks Peninsula
11 March 2026
Science and Technology
An “honour and privilege” to perform at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
10 March 2026
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Operation Resolution
02 March 2026
Story Collection
Charges laid in relation to the loss of HMNZS Manawanui
02 March 2026
Organisation
Royal New Zealand Navy strengthens bonds with Singaporean counterparts
02 March 2026
Partnerships
New Zealand’s Navy, Army and Air Force combine for successful South-West Pacific operation
26 February 2026
Ops & exercises
Waikato veteran support event makes it easier to access support
24 February 2026
In the community
New Zealand Defence Force investigates after Manawanui fuel leak reported
24 February 2026
Organisation
We are Te Taua Moana - Warriors of the Sea
Maritime security and secure trade routes are vital for New Zealand. Our Exclusive Economic Zone is one of the largest in the world, and at 30m square kilometres, our search and rescue area of responsibility is 7% of the earth’s surface. We protect our ocean resources along with our Pacific Island neighbours and help maintain and preserve order in our region. We respond to disasters and crises, carrying people, equipment, supplies and expertise to where they are needed most.
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 operate a fleet of ships, watercraft, and aircraft for operational tasks and training.
Meet our leaders
Considering a career in the navy?
You'll work as part of a tight-knit team, protecting your family, friends, the environment and your country from harm and representing the New Zealand way of life where you go. It's an incredibly rewarding job that gives you a real sense of purpose.
Find out moreThrough their eyes
Resourceful Navy musician realises Antarctic dream, armed with plastic French horn
06 November 2025
People
From one Canterbury to another
24 April 2025
People
Family focuses Porirua man on a naval career at sea and in the air
11 March 2025
People
Fifty years dedicated to Navy
07 February 2025
People
Navy Officer finds maritime value in aviation degree
08 January 2025
People
Whangarei sailor on deployment to South East Asia
19 September 2024
Media Release
Sailor expands her horizons with the Royal New Zealand Navy
13 September 2024