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New Zealand Defence Force proposing to cut 374 roles, union says
New Zealand Defence Force proposing to cut 374 roles, union says: Staff have been told of plans of a major restructure that could see 374 civilian roles gone ...
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1news.co.nz/2026/10/06/fitness-app-data-exposes-location-of-hundreds-of-nzdf-staff/
NZ Defence Force tests SpaceX's Starshield system
NZ Defence Force tests SpaceX's Starshield system: The NZDF is looking at using SpaceX's dedicated military and government service to support its operations.
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New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a ...
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1news.co.nz/2026/03/18/nz-and-australia-boost-military-co-operation-over-decade/
NZ defence strategy explores space weapons export potential
NZ defence strategy explores space weapons export potential: Defence Minister Judith Collins insists NZ-produced technology could compete internationally.
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Defence Force appeals sentence for soldier's attempted spying
Defence Force appeals sentence for soldier's attempted spying: The Defence Force says a two-year sentence for a soldier who pleaded guilty to attempted ...
newsroom.co.nz/2025/09/05/defence-force-appeals-sentence-for-soldiers-attempted-spying/
The dumbing down of the Defence Force
The dumbing down of the Defence Force: A military historian castigates cuts to the Defence Force library services.
newsroom.co.nz/2025/08/25/the-dumbing-down-of-the-defence-force/
Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?
Defence spending is like insurance – how will NZ pay the higher premiums?: Analysis: Defence spending is like insurance - you have to pay for it but you hope you ...
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Govt set for $12b defence investment
Govt set for $12b defence investment: The government will invest $12 billion dollars over the next four years for a "modern, combat-capable" New ...
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NZDF proposing cuts to civilian workforce, union says
NZDF proposing cuts to civilian workforce, union says: The defence force is proposing a major restructure of its civilian workforce, which could cut close to 400 ...
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Defence Force sexual assault prevention team's future uncertain
Defence Force sexual assault prevention team's future uncertain: The NZDF have put its team specialising in preventing and responding to sexual offences on ...
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NZDF battles $360m deficit after 'austerity' measures fail to make dent
NZDF battles $360m deficit after 'austerity' measures fail to make dent: The Defence Force's operating deficit is in danger of hitting $360 million next year ...
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