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Close-range rapid fire 🎯 Soldiers from the 2nd/1st Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment, recently sharpened their shooting skills alongside troops from the 5th/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, and marines from the Philippine Marine Corps and United States Marine Corps during Exercise Balikatan.

This year’s exercise involved more than 17,000 personnel from New Zealand, the Philippines, Australia, the United States, Canada, France, and Japan.

Participation in Exercise Balikatan provided the New Zealand Army the opportunity to strengthen interoperability, build relationships, deepen defence cooperation, and improve combat readiness.

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26 #Army #Soldiers #Military

Konnichiwa 🇳🇿🇯🇵 Our close relationship with Japan was on full display this morning as the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate JS Kumano sailed into Wellington Harbour, accompanied by Royal New Zealand Navy frigate, HMNZS Te Mana.

Both ship companies lined the rails as part of the ceremonial port entry as we welcomed the Japanese ship and its crew of 110.

The visit is as an example of the importance of maintaining strong maritime partnerships in an increasingly contested environment.

“The deteriorating security situation we can all observe makes these visits by partner navies such as the JMSDF, proof of our ongoing friendship and continued focus on interoperability.” ~ Maritime Component Commander, Commodore Shane Arndell

📸 LAC G Francois

#NZNavy #Japan #Frigate #Welcome #WellingtonNZ

Konnichiwa 🇳🇿🇯🇵 Our close relationship with Japan was on full display this morning as the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate JS Kumano sailed into Wellington Harbour, accompanied by Royal New Zealand Navy frigate, HMNZS Te Mana.

Both ship companies lined the rails as part of the ceremonial port entry as we welcomed the Japanese ship and its crew of 110.

The visit is as an example of the importance of maintaining strong maritime partnerships in an increasingly contested environment.

“The deteriorating security situation we can all observe makes these visits by partner navies such as the JMSDF, proof of our ongoing friendship and continued focus on interoperability.” ~ Maritime Component Commander, Commodore Shane Arndell

📸 LAC G Francois

#NZNavy #Japan #Frigate #Welcome #WellingtonNZ

Konnichiwa 🇳🇿🇯🇵 Our close relationship with Japan was on full display this morning as the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate JS Kumano sailed into Wellington Harbour, accompanied by Royal New Zealand Navy frigate, HMNZS Te Mana.

Both ship companies lined the rails as part of the ceremonial port entry as we welcomed the Japanese ship and its crew of 110.

The visit is as an example of the importance of maintaining strong maritime partnerships in an increasingly contested environment.

“The deteriorating security situation we can all observe makes these visits by partner navies such as the JMSDF, proof of our ongoing friendship and continued focus on interoperability.” ~ Maritime Component Commander, Commodore Shane Arndell

📸 LAC G Francois

#NZNavy #Japan #Frigate #Welcome #WellingtonNZ

Training in the Navy ⚓️ Join trainee Taulagi Nokise for a behind the wire look at the Royal New Zealand Navy’s Basic Common Training (BCT) at Devonport Naval Base.

BCT is the Navy’s initial training, developing civilians into sailors, before they continue to their individual trade training.

#NZNavy #Navy #Recruit #MilitaryTraining #Sailor

CONTACT! 🗣️ During Exercise Raven Dawn, enemy troops advance up the eastern coast of the fictional country of Belisia, colliding head-on with an Anzac Battle Group dug in along the main northern artery.

Training alongside an infantry company, New Zealand Army Electronic Warfare Operators guard the western flank with one mission: hunt down and destroy enemy reconnaissance assets, denying the enemy the ability to gather intelligence and shape the battlefield.

Read the full story ➡️ nzdf.mil.nz/Ex-Raven-Dawn-26

#NZArmy #ArmyTraining #Military #Warfare

2000 flying hours 🚁 Royal New Zealand Air Force Helicopter loadmaster Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins was on a tactical flight in Papua New Guinea, ferrying troops in an NH90 helicopter around the country, when she reached her 2000 hours flying milestone - equivalent to more than a full year of working eight-hour days.

“Reaching that number of flying hours – that’s pretty special to me. I’ve got a three-year-old son, Tom, so being able to achieve this while raising this little young man has been pretty rewarding.” ~ Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins

#NZAirForce #AirForce #NH90 #Helicopter #Loadmaster

2000 flying hours 🚁 Royal New Zealand Air Force Helicopter loadmaster Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins was on a tactical flight in Papua New Guinea, ferrying troops in an NH90 helicopter around the country, when she reached her 2000 hours flying milestone - equivalent to more than a full year of working eight-hour days.

“Reaching that number of flying hours – that’s pretty special to me. I’ve got a three-year-old son, Tom, so being able to achieve this while raising this little young man has been pretty rewarding.” ~ Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins

#NZAirForce #AirForce #NH90 #Helicopter #Loadmaster

2000 flying hours 🚁 Royal New Zealand Air Force Helicopter loadmaster Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins was on a tactical flight in Papua New Guinea, ferrying troops in an NH90 helicopter around the country, when she reached her 2000 hours flying milestone - equivalent to more than a full year of working eight-hour days.

“Reaching that number of flying hours – that’s pretty special to me. I’ve got a three-year-old son, Tom, so being able to achieve this while raising this little young man has been pretty rewarding.” ~ Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins

#NZAirForce #AirForce #NH90 #Helicopter #Loadmaster

2000 flying hours 🚁 Royal New Zealand Air Force Helicopter loadmaster Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins was on a tactical flight in Papua New Guinea, ferrying troops in an NH90 helicopter around the country, when she reached her 2000 hours flying milestone - equivalent to more than a full year of working eight-hour days.

“Reaching that number of flying hours – that’s pretty special to me. I’ve got a three-year-old son, Tom, so being able to achieve this while raising this little young man has been pretty rewarding.” ~ Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins

#NZAirForce #AirForce #NH90 #Helicopter #Loadmaster

2000 flying hours 🚁 Royal New Zealand Air Force Helicopter loadmaster Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins was on a tactical flight in Papua New Guinea, ferrying troops in an NH90 helicopter around the country, when she reached her 2000 hours flying milestone - equivalent to more than a full year of working eight-hour days.

“Reaching that number of flying hours – that’s pretty special to me. I’ve got a three-year-old son, Tom, so being able to achieve this while raising this little young man has been pretty rewarding.” ~ Flight Sergeant Britney Perkins

#NZAirForce #AirForce #NH90 #Helicopter #Loadmaster

Soldiers from the New Zealand Army have recently completed training alongside the Republic of Korea Marine Corps (ROK MC) during a large-scale joint exercise near Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province.

It’s the first time NZ Army soldiers had been attached to a ROK MC landing battalion in support of maritime operations, and continues New Zealand’s longstanding commitment to efforts to maintain peace on the Korean Peninsula.

About 20 naval vessels supported the task group, including the landing platform helicopter ship ROKS Marado (LPH-6112). Other assets involved included MUH-1 Marineon marine utility helicopter, P-8A maritime patrol aircraft, KF-16 fighter jets, AH-64E attack helicopters and unmanned aerial systems.
 
“During the training, Kiwi soldiers worked alongside Republic of Korea Marine Corps personnel on urban operations, live-fire drills, landing rehearsals and KAAV embarkation and disembarkation procedures.” ~ Platoon Officer Commanding, Captain Matt Peri

#NZArmy #Army #MilitaryExercise #RepublicOfKorea

Dropping in mid-crossing ⛴️🚁 Teaming up with @newzealandpolice, the Royal New Zealand Air Force practised boarding @interislander_nz ferry, Kaitaki in the Cook Strait using an NH90 helicopter.

Training like this keeps both teams sharp, aligned, and ready to deploy together.

#NZAirForce #MilitaryTraining #Police #MilitaryAviation #NewZealand

Learning jungle survival🎋🔥 Marines from the Philippine Marine Corps have been sharing their expertise in jungle survival with soldiers from 2nd/1st Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment alongside soldiers from 5th/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment.

Jungle survival training included making a fire, setting up traps to capture food, and how to use common Indo-Pacific jungle plants such as banana leaves and bamboo shoots to cook.

Training in the Philippines enhances the New Zealand Army’s capability to operate in tropical environments and integrate with Australia and work with our close regional partners.

This year’s Exercise Balikatan involves over 17,000 personnel including personnel from the Philippines, Australia, United States, France, and Japan and is the first time Canada and New Zealand has participated in the annual exercise.

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26

In our sights 🎯 New Zealand Army snipers ready to eliminate simulated enemies during Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines.

Alongside personnel from @defenceaustralia, @teamafp and the @marines, they make up Combat Team Jackal.

📸 CPL J Nomani

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26 #NZArmy #Sniper #Philippines

In our sights 🎯 New Zealand Army snipers ready to eliminate simulated enemies during Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines.

Alongside personnel from @defenceaustralia, @teamafp and the @marines, they make up Combat Team Jackal.

📸 CPL J Nomani

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26 #NZArmy #Sniper #Philippines

In our sights 🎯 New Zealand Army snipers ready to eliminate simulated enemies during Exercise Balikatan in the Philippines.

Alongside personnel from @defenceaustralia, @teamafp and the @marines, they make up Combat Team Jackal.

📸 CPL J Nomani

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26 #NZArmy #Sniper #Philippines

Graduation day 👏 Congratulations to our newest graduates from Recruit Regular Force 418.

After an intensive 13-week course, 82 recruits have successfully made the transition from civilians to soldiers.

Today’s graduation parade at Waiouru Military Camp was reviewed by Suze Redmayne, MP for Rangitikei, who acknowledged the recruits for their achievements throughout training.

During the ceremony, recruits were presented with their ID discs, selected achievement awards, performed the #NZArmy haka, and proudly marched off the parade ground as soldiers of Ngāti Tūmatauenga, the New Zealand Army.

After graduation and spending time at home with their families, soldiers will move into specialised training to develop their skills and knowledge for their chosen trade and career.

Congratulations, soldiers.

📸 LAC G Francois

Graduation day 👏 Congratulations to our newest graduates from Recruit Regular Force 418.

After an intensive 13-week course, 82 recruits have successfully made the transition from civilians to soldiers.

Today’s graduation parade at Waiouru Military Camp was reviewed by Suze Redmayne, MP for Rangitikei, who acknowledged the recruits for their achievements throughout training.

During the ceremony, recruits were presented with their ID discs, selected achievement awards, performed the #NZArmy haka, and proudly marched off the parade ground as soldiers of Ngāti Tūmatauenga, the New Zealand Army.

After graduation and spending time at home with their families, soldiers will move into specialised training to develop their skills and knowledge for their chosen trade and career.

Congratulations, soldiers.

📸 LAC G Francois

Graduation day 👏 Congratulations to our newest graduates from Recruit Regular Force 418.

After an intensive 13-week course, 82 recruits have successfully made the transition from civilians to soldiers.

Today’s graduation parade at Waiouru Military Camp was reviewed by Suze Redmayne, MP for Rangitikei, who acknowledged the recruits for their achievements throughout training.

During the ceremony, recruits were presented with their ID discs, selected achievement awards, performed the #NZArmy haka, and proudly marched off the parade ground as soldiers of Ngāti Tūmatauenga, the New Zealand Army.

After graduation and spending time at home with their families, soldiers will move into specialised training to develop their skills and knowledge for their chosen trade and career.

Congratulations, soldiers.

📸 LAC G Francois

Graduation day 👏 Congratulations to our newest graduates from Recruit Regular Force 418.

After an intensive 13-week course, 82 recruits have successfully made the transition from civilians to soldiers.

Today’s graduation parade at Waiouru Military Camp was reviewed by Suze Redmayne, MP for Rangitikei, who acknowledged the recruits for their achievements throughout training.

During the ceremony, recruits were presented with their ID discs, selected achievement awards, performed the #NZArmy haka, and proudly marched off the parade ground as soldiers of Ngāti Tūmatauenga, the New Zealand Army.

After graduation and spending time at home with their families, soldiers will move into specialised training to develop their skills and knowledge for their chosen trade and career.

Congratulations, soldiers.

📸 LAC G Francois

Graduation day 👏 Congratulations to our newest graduates from Recruit Regular Force 418.

After an intensive 13-week course, 82 recruits have successfully made the transition from civilians to soldiers.

Today’s graduation parade at Waiouru Military Camp was reviewed by Suze Redmayne, MP for Rangitikei, who acknowledged the recruits for their achievements throughout training.

During the ceremony, recruits were presented with their ID discs, selected achievement awards, performed the #NZArmy haka, and proudly marched off the parade ground as soldiers of Ngāti Tūmatauenga, the New Zealand Army.

After graduation and spending time at home with their families, soldiers will move into specialised training to develop their skills and knowledge for their chosen trade and career.

Congratulations, soldiers.

📸 LAC G Francois

Repelling an enemy landing force 💥 New Zealand Army soldiers from 2nd/1st Battalion, Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment have delivered coordinated live-fire effects, including rifle, machine gun, and sniper fire, to repel a simulated land and air beach assault during Exercise Balikatan.

The exercise provides our personnel with the opportunity to train alongside partners including the @australianarmy, @teamafp, and @marines, share knowledge, and strengthen combat readiness across a wide range of specialisations.

#ShoulderToShoulder #BK26 #NZArmy #MilitaryExercise #Soldiers

🫡 Bersama Shield 26 ENDEX

The first Bersama series of 2026 has come to a close.

The UK extends its thanks to all our partners in the Five Power Defence Arrangements for a successful #BS26.

🇲🇾 🇸🇬 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🇬🇧

🫡 Bersama Shield 26 ENDEX

The first Bersama series of 2026 has come to a close.

The UK extends its thanks to all our partners in the Five Power Defence Arrangements for a successful #BS26.

🇲🇾 🇸🇬 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🇬🇧

🫡 Bersama Shield 26 ENDEX

The first Bersama series of 2026 has come to a close.

The UK extends its thanks to all our partners in the Five Power Defence Arrangements for a successful #BS26.

🇲🇾 🇸🇬 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🇬🇧

🫡 Bersama Shield 26 ENDEX

The first Bersama series of 2026 has come to a close.

The UK extends its thanks to all our partners in the Five Power Defence Arrangements for a successful #BS26.

🇲🇾 🇸🇬 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🇬🇧

🫡 Bersama Shield 26 ENDEX

The first Bersama series of 2026 has come to a close.

The UK extends its thanks to all our partners in the Five Power Defence Arrangements for a successful #BS26.

🇲🇾 🇸🇬 🇳🇿 🇦🇺 🇬🇧