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NZDF team for Invictus Games 2023 named
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has named its 22-strong team to compete at the Invictus Games in Düsseldorf, Germany in September next year.
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Defence to host Combined Space Operations meeting
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and the Ministry of Defence will host the annual Combined Space Operations (CSpO) Principals’ Board meeting on 7-8 December 2022, in Wellington.
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New Zealand public invited to help shape future of Defence
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and the Ministry of Defence are asking everyone in New Zealand to help shape the country’s future defence strategy by taking part in the Defence Policy Review.
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Formerly known as HMNZS Cook
Wellington's Shelly Bay was formally commissioned as HMNZS Cook on 1 June 1944. Three vessels were assigned to assist with anti-submarine netting maintenance and anti-submarine targeting.
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Defence Force increases support to disaster regions
Almost a week into Cyclone Gabrielle’s impact, the New Zealand Defence Force continues to commit more resources by mobilising and establishing ships, aircraft, vehicles, communications equipment and personnel across the North Island.
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Boeing P-8A Poseidon
New Zealand’s Airborne Surveillance and Response Force (ASRF) is provided by No. 5 Squadron. After the retirement of the Air Force's Lockheed P-3K2 Orion aircraft in early 2023, No. 5 Squadron is now operating four Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft.
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Our long-time link to Antarctica
One of our oldest ongoing missions is Operation Antarctica.
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Support to Ukraine
On February 24, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops into Ukraine. His decision came as a shock to many across the world. Speaking on Russian state television, he spoke of a “special military operation” to “demilitarise” Ukraine.
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Advice & support
The people who support our personnel are just as important as our soldiers, sailors, and airmen. We acknowledge the important work you do. We understand what you bring to the Force. We're here for you and we'll get you the support you need.
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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.