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Historic recognition for Te Hokowhitu a Tū, Māori soldiers in the First World War
In a significant and historic step, His Majesty King Charles III has approved a recommendation to award 22 First World War battle honours to Te Hokowhitu a Tū - the New Zealand Maori Contingent and New Zealand Maori (Pioneer) Battalion.
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Air Force in Concert 2024 featuring music from stage and screen
The Royal New Zealand Air Force Band is once again preparing to deliver its annual concert at 2.30pm on 10 November 2024 at the Michael Fowler Centre.
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Behind the stitch of the NZ Army’s new King’s and Regimental Colours
In a special ceremony last week the new King’s and Regimental Colours of the New Zealand Army’s 2nd/1st Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment (2/1 RNZIR) were consecrated at Burnham Military Camp.
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Marlborough aviator helps Pasifika youth soar
Working with the Marlborough Pasifika community, with a focus on youth wellbeing, has earned Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Woodbourne metalwork instructor Sergeant Jale Tikotikoca Lal the New Zealand Defence Force Volunteer of the Year award.
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New NZ Army commander people-focussed and targeting preparation for combat
Having spent more than 25 years in the New Zealand Army, and being deployed to a number of conflict zones and disaster relief efforts, Colonel Mike van Welie understands what underpins the Army’s success; its people.
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West Coast nurse named NZDF Reservist of the Year
New Zealand Army Captain Rose Fraser, a nurse with more than 30 years’ military experience, including working in conflict zones and in countries suffering devastating natural disasters, has been named New Zealand Defence Force Reservist of the Year.
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Sailor returns to Canada for Invictus Games five years on from life-threatening experience
Close to five years ago while deployed to Canada on HMNZS Te Kaha, Leading Logistics Supply Specialist (LLSS) Tyler-Marie Gray unexpectedly found herself spending seven weeks in hospital fighting for her life.
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Navy honours history at this year's Waitangi Day celebrations
The Chief of Navy says he is honoured to be attending Waitangi Day celebrations and continuing the Royal New Zealand Navy’s long history of playing an important role in celebrating the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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Navy offer support for Warriors pre-season
The Royal New Zealand Navy got the opportunity to give the New Zealand Warriors a taste of Navy Physical Training expertise with a 4.30am wake-up call at a recent pre-season training camp.
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Keeping frontline soldiers fed and fighting key to combat success
Dominating the battlefield is more than just a case of superior fire power, it’s the strength and effectiveness of the entire combat system.