News

New Zealand Army Band to tour Central North Island and top of the South

28 October, 2020

The world-famous New Zealand Army Band is touring this November. 

Burnham boxers take away titles

20 October, 2020

Corporal Sam Prosser grew up with the smell of liniment and a pair of boxing gloves always at the ready. His dad was a New Zealand champion, and his uncles broke several Canterbury records.

New Zealand Defence training team gets underway in Fiji

14 October, 2020

A combined training team from the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and Ministry of Defence will this week begin working alongside Fijian counterparts in areas ranging from basic hydrography to advanced combat first aid as part of a new training initiative in the Pacific Island nation.  

Chief of Defence Force recognised for rainbow leadership

9 October, 2020

Chief of Defence, Air Marshal Kevin Short received the Newmarket Business Association Executive Leadership Award today.

Army Reserves offer new world for Dunedin lifeguard

8 October, 2020

Military values and unparalleled opportunities are what drew Dunedin Private (PTE) Rebecca McNaughton, aged 22, to join the Army Reserves.

Full-time student, part-time soldier

7 October, 2020

The love of the outdoors and the desire for something new led Whangarei born Private (PTE) Matthew Young to join the New Zealand Army Reserves. 

Sign language a vital family connection for Auckland cadet

25 September, 2020

As the only hearing member of his family, Titirangi-based Damiano Agnew truly understands the importance of sign language, having learned from birth how to communicate using hands and facial expressions.

New disaster capability gets big tick in Auckland exercise

23 September, 2020

An amphibious beach landing exercise at Whangaparaoa has showcased a brand new capability in the New Zealand Defence Force’s delivery of humanitarian and disaster relief (HADR) in New Zealand and the Pacific.

Independent influence, impact and insights at Army's Leadership Table

22 September, 2020

After over seven years of providing expert advice based on her strong private sector experience, Align Group Chief Executive Lynda Carroll is stepping away from her role as Independent Member of the New Zealand Army Leadership Board. Her time, she says, has been one of learning, of unique insights, and ultimately of belonging.