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Human error blamed for HMNZS Manawanui grounding and sinking, interim inquiry reveals

HMNZS Manawanui grounded and sunk off the coast of Samoa as a result of human error, the interim Court of Inquiry report shows. The Royal...

Collins authorises military staff to fill civilian roles as strike continues

In response to a pay dispute leading to strike action by approximately 1,000 civilian Defence Force staff, New Zealand Defence Minister Judith Collins has...

Manawanui recently given the green tick after period of maintenance

The navy has confirmed that the Manawanui had recently undergone a maintenance period and was deemed safe for operation after post-maintenance trials. All 75 crew...

Court of Inquiry launched into Manawanui sinking

A Court of Inquiry has been initiated to investigate how the HMNZS Manawanui, a $100 million New Zealand naval vessel, ran aground and sank...

Manawanui on fire, crew rescued

A fire has broken out aboard the New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Manawanui after it ran aground on a reef off the southern coast of...

NZ naval vessel runs aground off Samoa’s Upolu coast

The HMNZS Manawanui has run aground near the Samoan island of Upolu. The ship, known for its specialised diving and hydrographic capabilities, was conducting routine...

First female army chief appointed

For the first time in New Zealand’s history, a woman will hold the top position in the army. Brigadier Rose King has been promoted to...

NZDF’s Red Sea deployment extended

New Zealand has extended its contribution to the US-led coalition working to uphold maritime security in the Red Sea, Defence Minister Judith Collins and...

Soldier pleads guilty to multiple charges at Court Martial

In a court martial being held at Linton Military Camp a New Zealand soldier, whose name remains suppressed, admitted guilt to four out of...

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