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World War II motorcycles deliver veteran a blast from the past
When World War II veteran Walter ‘Wally’ Malcolm turned 100 in 2021 he received a visit from a current member of the New Zealand Army, which started the wheels turning for a special reunion with the beloved motorcycles of his wartime years.
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NZDF research reveals thousands of Second World War campaign medals were never claimed by veterans
For the first time since the 1950s, in-depth research has been carried out into how many Second World War campaign medals awarded to ex-serving New Zealand veterans were never claimed, and what may have led to this.
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NZDF trials beach landing equipment in Fiji
The New Zealand Defence Force has successfully trialled its beach landing equipment in an overseas environment for the first time.
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Sale of former Royal New Zealand Navy vessels provides $26 million boost to local economy
Two former Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) Inshore Patrol Vessels, Rotoiti and Pukaki, are about to embark on a journey to their new home port in Ireland, leaving an economic boost in their wake.
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RNZAF Poseidon starts trial flights in Fiji, continues Fijian connection
One of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s (RNZAF) new P-8A Poseidon aircraft is operating out of Nadi, Fiji this week as part of its operational trials.
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NZDF members embrace Fijian culture during military exercise
New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) personnel have been immersing themselves in local customs while on a biennial military exercise in Fiji.
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NZDF welcomes OAG Op Respect
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has welcomed the release of the Office of the Auditor General’s (OAG) audit of Operation Respect today.
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The eyes and ears of Army’s electronics
Electronics Technicians are the eyes and ears of the New Zealand Army’s electronics systems, responsible for the maintenance and repair of over 200 specialised electronic and optical systems.
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Sailor rescued from damaged yacht
The Air Force has assisted in the rescue of a sailor this morning after his yacht was damaged in rough seas east of Hawke’s Bay.
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Naval anniversary sparks career at sea
Meet Midshipman Leighton Tanner, whose initial training has ranged from the sub-tropics to the sub-Antarctic and back again.