DefenceTalkDefence Minister Jonathan Coleman says the Government has given approval for the NZDF to seek a replacement for the Steyr rifle. “It is important NZDF personnel are well equipped and have effective modern rifles suited to today’s operational environment,” says Dr Coleman. “The Steyr rifle has served the NZDF well for over 20 years and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-rifles-for-nzdf-59924/

DefenceTalkDefence Minister Dr Jonathan Coleman today announced the purchase of 200 new trucks for the New Zealand Defence Force. In a $135 million project, the government is purchasing Rheinmetall-MAN military vehicles to replace the old NZDF Unimog and heavier Mercedes trucks. “The new NZDF medium and heavy trucks will carry more people and equipment, and […]https://www.defencetalk.com/new-trucks-for-nz-defence-force-47799/