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Muzzling The Dogs Of War
Mon, 1 Jul 2024 16:34:34 +1200 | Eugene Doyle
Listen to what the leaders in the West are saying. The time to stop the madness is now, not once the elites drive us into the abyss and civilians are stripped of all rights to oppose.More >>
Government Ignores Damage Of Boot Camps
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 18:22:31 +1200 | New Zealand Labour Party
Correspondence released under the Official Information Act reveals the Government’s boot camp concept is not backed by the military that is expected to run it. More >>
Victoria University Lecturer Says New Zealand Framing China As 'The Devil' Insincere
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 15:03:31 +1200 | RNZ
Dr Iati Iati said one example is the lack of substance behind the notion that China is militarising the Pacific region. More >>
Defence Partnership With Tonga Celebrated
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 13:58:29 +1200 | New Zealand Government
Defence Minister Judith Collins will visit the Kingdom of Tonga to take part in the opening of a New Zealand-funded His Majesty’s Armed Forces Leadership Centre and to meet with counterparts.More >>
ICHRP Condemns Proposed Visiting Forces Agreement Between New Zealand And The Philippines
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 15:38:46 +1200 | ICHRP
A VFA between the two countries is an agreement to have closer military ties making it easier for the armed forces of the two countries to work together. More >>
Gavin Newsom: Zionist In Waiting
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 13:17:07 +1200 | Ann Garrison - BAR Contributing Editor
The Democrats' rising star Gavin Newsom offers more of the same: Zionism and militarism. More >>
The Altalena Affair: Is Israel Heading Towards A Civil War?
Fri, 28 Jun 2024 13:18:58 +1200 | Ramzy Baroud
The story of the potential Israeli civil war is as old as the Israeli state itself, and recent comments by Netanyahu, suggesting otherwise, are yet another false claim by the prime minister.More >>
Submissions Now Open On The International Treaty Examinations Relating To ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:20:21 +1200 | Foreign Affairs Defence and Trade Committee
The Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee is inviting public submissions on two related international treaty examinations. The two agreements are: • Second Protocol to Amend the Agreement Establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free ...More >>
Effort To Restore Iran Nuclear Deal ‘Remains Elusive’, Security Council Hears
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 19:46:14 +1200 | UN News
Restoring the Iran nuclear deal to its full and effective implementation “remains elusive”, the UN’s top political affairs official said on Monday, adding that participating countries remain at odds with each other.More >>
RIMPAC Deployment Highlights New Zealand’s Hypocrisy
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 17:38:17 +1200 | Peace Movement Aotearoa
Multiple conflicts with NZ’s stated commitment to nuclear disarmament, the rules-based order, international law, and human rights More >>
Two Charged At Defence House RIMPAC Protest This Morning
Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:21:45 +1200 | Peace Action Wellington
The two activists were charged with trespass and will face court in the coming weeks. More >>
Two Arrested At Dramatic RIMPAC Protest This Morning At Defence House
Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:37:32 +1200 | Peace Action Wellington
Peace activists today staged a dramatic action inside Defence House in Wellington, in opposition to the deployment of New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) troops to the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) military exercises. Two protesters were arrested and ...More >>
How Far Can NZ Boldly Go With The US Space Force?
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:10:05 +1200 | RNZ
Analysis - NZ is increasingly active in the US military's Space Force, but how bold can it be when America's moves to ramp up space capabilities are encased in anti-China rhetoric?More >>
On Cancer Drugs, And The Great Ferries Cancellation Disaster Of ’23
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:47:02 +1200 | Gordon Campbell
The decision taken last December to cancel the contract for the two purpose-built Cook Strait ferries – without having a Plan B in mind, let alone in place - has been a calamity that’s going to haunt New Zealand for decades to come.More >>
First Anniversary For New Zealand’s Firearms Registry
Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:12:51 +1200 | New Zealand Police
The Firearms Registry was launched one year ago today to help improve firearms oversight and safety by providing a record of all lawfully held firearms. More >>
Inside The Defence Force's 757 Planes: Breaking Down The Details
Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:43:54 +1200 | RNZ
With the NZDF's 757s past their best-before date, RNZ's Anneke Smith and Nate McKinnon reveal what they're like inside and the case for buying new ones. More >>
Bay Of Plenty Classic Aircraft Trust Has It All
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:58:24 +1200 | TECT
Classic Flyers NZ, the Tauranga-based Aircraft Museum, is a testament to the power of community and shared passion. It's more than just a museum; it's a tribute to the local aviation enthusiasts who came together to preserve a large 1940s hangar ...More >>
Fiji Military Launch Inquiry Into 'Around $20m' Australian Patrol Boat 'Mishap'
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:26:11 +1200 | RNZ
"It is imperative for us to demonstrate our commitment to transparency and accountability by thoroughly examining the mishap," Commander Jone Kalouniwai says. More >>
NZ Enhances North Korea Sanctions Monitoring
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:36:46 +1200 | New Zealand Government
New Zealand will enhance its defence contributions to monitoring violations of sanctions against North Korea, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced today. More >>
NZDF’s Unique Approach To Getting The Best Out Of Personnel Sparks Overseas Interest
Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:17:36 +1200 | New Zealand Defence Force
The NZDF Joint Support Group Human Performance Cell (HPC) is run from Trentham Military Camp and uses an evidence-based approach to optimise soldier readiness. More >>
