National Reopens NZ Nuclear-Free Policy Debate
New Zealand’s nuclear-free stance helped define us as an independent country. Chris Hipkins says National should stop hinting it is up for negotiation.
Chris Penk
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Military Spending Prioritised in Budget 2026
Budget 2026 finds billions for combat-ready armed forces while public services, housing, disability support and climate action are told to wait.
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NZDF Civilian Workers Must Get Pay Rise From Defence Boost
Defence is getting more money. The people keeping its ships, aircraft and systems running now want proof they will not be left behind again.
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NZDF Israel Training Sparks Anti-War Backlash
Peace activists are condemning New Zealand’s participation in RIMPAC exercises alongside Israel and the United States amid escalating war in the Middle East.
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Chris Finlayson Declares War On NZ First
Chris Finlayson’s call for “war” on NZ First says something brutal about National right now: one of the few people still willing to fight no longer sits in caucus.
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#Clip: ANZAC Interview with Minister of Defence – Can NZ Military defend the Realm of NZ?
Can New Zealand defend itself alone? Chris Penk joins Martyn Bradbury to discuss Pacific tensions, China and NZ’s military future.
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The Bradbury Group with Minister of Defence Chris Penk on NZ military in time of conflict; Green MP Huhana Lyndon on climate change + Political Panel: Hooton, Dita De Boni, Maria Slade, Tukaki
Chris Penk on defence. Huhana on climate collapse. Hooton on National’s next leader. Plus Trump’s war on Iran and the TVNZ poll bombshell.
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Luxon Under Pressure Over NZ SAS Iran War Role
If Australian SAS are already in the region, the question isn’t if — it’s whether New Zealand is next. And Luxon isn’t answering.
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Luxon and National – Less a Cabinet reshuffle, more a snapping Coffin
This wasn’t a reset. It was a move to hold the numbers — and hold off what comes next.
