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The June Air Force News has landed just in time for the weekend. Read how we train to respond to regional or global events, find out what operations our squadrons have been taking part in, in the Pacific, and meet RNZAF Base Woodbourne's new Base Commander.
The official information that was released as part of request OIA-2024-5027 about NZDF accommodation.
The official information that was released as part of request OIA-2024-5036 about the B757 maintenance cost.
Hear from our soldiers who provided building, electrical and dental support in Tonga, go behind the scenes with 2nd/1st Battalion as they train with the British Army’s Royal Gurkha Rifles in the South Island, hear the latest on our continued support to Ukraine, Join our soldiers on the ‘Hell Week’ that is Exercise Nemesis, and much more.
The official information that was released as part of request OIA-2024-4901 about Project Convergence 2024
The July Air Force News has arrived. Our aircrews talk about flying New Zealanders to safety during civil unrest in New Caledonia and we hear from some of the passengers on board one of those flights home. We also find out about the P-8A Poseidon mission to monitor suspected UN sanctions violations by North Korea; see the relief sent to Papua New Guinea after a devastating landslide; and we look to the stars to welcome Matariki.
In our July edition we showcase the regeneration of frigate HMNZS Te Kaha as it builds up for its 2025 overseas deployments. HMNZS Matataua works with NZ Customs to intercept a drugs shipment attached to a ship's hull, while HMNZS Manawanui helps clear explosive remnants of war from a harbour in Vanuatu. HMNZS Taupo works with MPI to inspect fishing vessels in the South Islands and a team from HMNZS Ngapona travel to Ireland to help them kick-start their Inshore Patrol Vessels (purchased from New Zealand).
The official information that was released as part of request OIA-2024-5061 about academic entry requirements for a Maritime Trade Operations (MTO) Officer.
Join 2nd/1st Battalion during their Birthday celebrations in Christchurch, Blast into action during Exercise Brimstone, look back on our deployment to East Timor, 25 years on, and much more.
The official information that was released as part of request OIA-2024-5076 about substance misuse offences.