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The following article was written by Richard Adams, National Director of Taskforce Kiwi: While we continued our Cyclone Gabrielle relief work in Hawke’s Bay, we still managed (in June 2023) to send...

Have you left the New Zealand Defence Force in the last 18 months?

The New Zealand Defence Force is reviewing the way it supports military personnel as they transition from the Regular Force to civilian life. If you have left the New Zealand Defence Force in the...

An adventurer not retiring anytime soon: Malayan Emergency veteran Neil Ake

Neil Ake (Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngāi Te Rangi, Ngāti Maru) joined the New Zealand Army in the late 1950s because he wanted to see the world. It wasn’t the first time he had a longing for...

Strengths you bring to civilian employers

These strengths include strong leadership skills and valuable experiences and qualifications that are highly desirable in the civilian workplace. Leadership At all levels, service members are...

When you're injured or ill

What to do if you're injured or ill Step 1 Visit your health care provider This will most likely be your GP. They'll help you with your immediate health and wellbeing needs. Discuss with your...

Niall Shepherd | RSA District Support Manager

Niall Shepherd is one of nine RSA District Support Managers throughout the country. Niall is responsible for the Otago and Southland districts. Based at Montecillo Veterans Home and Hospital in...

Never give up hope: COL Richard P. Gray OBE (Mil)

COL Richard P. Gray OBE (Mil) is a determined man, one who served New Zealand with distinction for almost 30 years. However, he needed all his determination and that of his wife to come back from a...

The Quiet Warning Lights: Signs of Struggle We Often Miss

The following article was written by LTCOL Stephen Kearney, Chief Mental Health Officer ...