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Art Deco
On 3 February, 1931, HMS Veronica lay at anchor in Napier harbour. At 10.46am, Commander HL Morgan, captain of Veronica, heard a terrific roar. “The ship heaved and tossed. For about ten seconds I stood still and then ran on to the boat deck. I could see houses falling and roads cracking. Everything seemed to disappear in a cloud of dust.”
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Tactical flying
Evading surface-to-air missiles, flying low over unfamiliar terrain, dropping pallets onto drop zones and flying in formation are all part of No. 40 Squadron’s regular tactical exercises with the C-130 Hercules.
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RNZAF delivers PPE to Papua New Guinea to help with COVID-19 response
Crew on a Royal New Zealand Air Force Boeing 757 have carried out a contactless delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to Port Moresby to help Papua New Guinea deal with a surge in COVID-19 cases.
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CN
The Chief of Navy is our professional head of our Navy and Chairman of the Navy Leadership Board. He’s responsible to the Chief of Defence Force (CDF) for the effectiveness, efficiency and morale of our Navy.
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Bay of Plenty woman making the most of her time in the Navy
Royal New Zealand Navy Reservists from units around the country gathered in Auckland recently for an exercise which provided an opportunity to understand how their role supports the Navy’s operational capability.
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Camps & bases
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First 'Lead Teams' leadership programme underway in Tonga next week
Six members of Tonga’s His Majesty’s Armed Forces (HMAF) have spent time in New Zealand taking part in a six-week Pacific Leadership Development Programme workshop that will help them deliver the HMAF’s first Lead Teams Leadership course in Tonga next wee
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Ships & watercraft
Our fleet comprises nine modern and versatile ships that undertake a full range of maritime tasks from combat and peacekeeping operations to border patrol and support for government agencies. We also utilise other watercraft to deliver naval capabilities.
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CFO
The CFO in the military manages finances, budgets, and advises on financial decisions to support military operations effectively. The CFO works closely with military commanders and other high-ranking officials to provide financial guidance and support strategic decision-making.
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From Afghanistan to Antarctica: Herculean tasks done in all conditions
Fresh from the heat of Afghanistan, a Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130 Hercules has made the Air Force’s first flight of the season to Antarctica, carrying personnel and cargo in support of Antarctica New Zealand.