A Catering team from the New Zealand Army’s 1st (New Zealand) Brigade have taken top honours in an annual Defence Force fine dining food and service competition this month. 26 September, 2025 Winners 2nd Combat Service Support Battalion (2CSSB) were among teams from the New Zealand Army, Australian Army, multi-service Australian Defence Force and theContinue reading “NZ Army takes top dining honours”
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Otago woman embraces sub-surface surveying with Navy
Leading Hydrographic Survey Technician Renee Mullins has transferred a love of being on the water and marine science to a career in the Navy. 25 September, 2025 From Heyward Point in Dunedin, Renee joined the Royal New Zealand Navy following a suggestion from her science teacher at Otago Girls High School. “I loved being onContinue reading “Otago woman embraces sub-surface surveying with Navy”
Seasprite helicopter transported for duty in Asia
A Seasprite maritime helicopter and its associated equipment and ammunition is on its way to Singapore thanks to the transport capabilities of the Royal Australian Air Force. 19 September, 2025 The SH-2G(I) Seasprite Helicopter from No. 6 Squadron, was this week loaded aboard a Boeing C-17A Globemaster III at RNZAF Base Auckland. The helicopter will connect withContinue reading “Seasprite helicopter transported for duty in Asia”
Thames naval officer takes command of Navy’s multi-role vessel
The newest Commanding Officer of the Royal New Zealand Navy’s HMNZS Canterbury says his 35-year Navy career started with an inspiring recruiter who visited his high school in Thames. 12 September, 2025 Commander Wayne Andrew uttered “I have the ship” at a Change of Command ceremony at Devonport Naval Base on Thursday, receiving the ship’sContinue reading “Thames naval officer takes command of Navy’s multi-role vessel”
Royal New Zealand Navy stalwart honoured after 56 years of service
Roger Sheehan has been awarded a Chief of Defence Force Commendation for his work in improving Navy Reserve Force training. Photo / Supplied After 56 years in the Royal New Zealand Navy and Navy Reserves, Warrant Officer electronic warfare instructor Roger Sheehan is still contributing to the service and has crowned his career with recognitionContinue reading “Royal New Zealand Navy stalwart honoured after 56 years of service”
