Sailor returns to Canada for Invictus Games five years on from life-threatening experience
22 January 2025
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Operation Resolution
17 January 2025
Story Collection
HMNZS Aotearoa departs on resupply mission to Antarctica
17 January 2025
Ops & exercises
New Zealand takes command of international task force disrupting drug smuggling in the Middle East
16 January 2025
Ops & exercises
Navy Officer finds maritime value in aviation degree
08 January 2025
People
‘Nothing I have achieved has been an individual effort’ – former Navy chief and ONZM recipient
31 December 2024
People
2024 Photographer Moments
20 December 2024
Life in service
2024 Year in Review: Navy
20 December 2024
Organisation
New Zealand to lead maritime drug interception team in Middle East and Indian Ocean
17 December 2024
Partnering
Inspiring leader named New Zealand Defence Force Person of the Year
13 December 2024
People
Navy trials whangārei reserve unit
06 December 2024
Organisation
Hydrogen fuel in Navy’s future
05 December 2024
Organisation
Navy reserve unit celebrates 100 years
04 December 2024
Our Heritage
Registration for Gallipoli 2025 services open
04 December 2024
Our Heritage
Outstanding sportsperson looks back on journey
02 December 2024
People
Details from interim court of inquiry report into HMNZS Manawanui incident released
29 November 2024
Media Release
NZDF recognises extra-yard efforts of soldier, sailor, aviator and civilian
20 November 2024
Media Release
Overcoming Obstacles at the Melbourne 70.3 Triathlon
19 November 2024
People
Tohu Awards 2024
18 November 2024
In the community
Removal of HMNZS Manawanui fuel and other pollutants to get underway
18 November 2024
Media Release
NZDF Medic Match crowns Cantabrian as top operator
15 November 2024
Media Release
Chief of Defence Force recognises international responders in HMNZS Manawanui rescue efforts
15 November 2024
Media Release
Interim Court of Inquiry report into HMNZS Manawanui sinking received
14 November 2024
Media Release
‘Outstanding year’ for 2024’s top Navy Cadet
07 November 2024
People
Matataua team provide recon duties on request
07 November 2024
Partnering
Kiwis maintaining the truce on the Korean Peninsula
06 November 2024
Ops & exercises
Canterbury in support of CHOGM
06 November 2024
Ops & exercises
Aotearoa completes Indo-Pacific mission
29 October 2024
Ops & exercises
Navy divers carry out daily reconnaissance on HMNZS Manawanui
28 October 2024
Media Release
HMNZS Manawanui assessment and monitoring continues
27 October 2024
Media Release
We are Te Taua Moana - Warriors of the Sea
Maritime security and secure trade routes are vital for New Zealand. Our Exclusive Economic Zone is one of the largest in the world, and at 30m square kilometres, our search and rescue area of responsibility is 7% of the earth’s surface. We protect our ocean resources along with our Pacific Island neighbours and help maintain and preserve order in our region. We respond to disasters and crises, carrying people, equipment, supplies and expertise to where they are needed most.
We are a force of highly trained professionals.
We come from all walks of life and share a strong sense of what it means to be Kiwi - our culture is based on our values Tū Kaha (courage), Tū Tika (commitment), Tū Tira (comradeship) and Tū Maia (integrity). Together, we are Force for New Zealand and are proud to serve Aotearoa and its diverse communities.
We operate a fleet of ships, watercraft, and aircraft for operational tasks and training.
Meet our leaders
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You'll work as part of a tight-knit team, protecting your family, friends, the environment and your country from harm and representing the New Zealand way of life where you go. It's an incredibly rewarding job that gives you a real sense of purpose.
Find out moreThrough their eyes
Whangarei sailor on deployment to South East Asia
19 September 2024
Media Release
Sailor expands her horizons with the Royal New Zealand Navy
13 September 2024
Media Release
First female divers join the Royal New Zealand Navy Clearance Diving trade
02 September 2024
Media Release
Tonga Language Week 2024
22 August 2024
People
Jet skier eyes world title
31 July 2024
People
Kiribati Language Week 2024
08 July 2024
People
Second World War-era bombs in Vanuatu made safe by Navy divers
26 June 2024