From one Canterbury to another
24 April 2025
We're a force for New Zealand
We are comprised of
15263
regular force personnel, reserves and civilian employees.
Our people, structure and leadershipWe utilise a diverse range of modern military equipment.
Considering a career in defence?
A career in the Defence Force gives you real purpose and you'll have the honour of representing New Zealand wherever you go.
Find out moreThrough their eyes
Corporal recognised for his role in producing NZ Army leaders
20 March 2025
People
RNZAF officer takes on Ironman six weeks and six days after breaking ankle
17 March 2025
People
Family focuses Porirua man on a naval career at sea and in the air
11 March 2025
People
Success for Security Forces at Guam exercise
05 March 2025
Ops & exercises
Fifty years dedicated to Navy
07 February 2025
People
Reserve Force training pushes new Blenheim soldier
21 January 2025