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SERVING NEW ZEALAND LOYALLY AND HONOURABLY
Defence and
Customs unite
No room for complacency
relies on continuing to enhance the
capability of our people through
their careers so they can be ready to
deliver and lead the Defence Force.
There are a number of strands of
work underway.
I have approved a remuneration
review to ensure our people benefit
from the best arrangements
possible within our current
resources. In looking to the future
and ensuring we are doing the
right things well, we need to make
good equipment and resources
available for our people to the best
job possible.
Work is being done to refresh our
vision and produce a strategic plan.
Our mission remains to secure and
protect New Zealand – now and in the future. To be successful,
we must have a plan that is carried out by people who share
similar values and, in our case, a military ethos that is our
point of difference from any other career.
The work we do is, in most circumstances, demanding.
We must never be complacent. We must continue to ensure
our recruitment efforts are focused and meaningful to the
people we seek to carry us into the future. We must look
after the people we have and value them for their experience,
service and vocation as a service person.
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For the most part, recruitment
and retention levels have improved
across the three services, with
ongoing activity required in specialist
areas being addressed in every
way possible.
In some ways things look good.
However, we cannot be complacent
as we continue to increase the
number of people in the NZDF, both
military
and civilian.
NZDF, with its component
parts, the three services and HQ
Joint Forces, faces one of its most
challenging periods as we set out
to build a coherent defence force
to carry us forward for the next
LT GEN Jerry Mateparae
30 years.
Currently we are maintaining a
high operational tempo, and introducing new capabilities
and equipment into service and training. In some cases, the
delivery and introduction into service of, for example, the
revamped P-3 Orion aircraft, the new Protector vessels, and
the battle training and preparation of the light armoured
vehicles, will take many years.
The timeframe for introducing new capabilities is set against
expectations that we will begin at once to take advantage of a
new capability. A key contingent factor is our people.
The continued development and sustainment of the NZDF
Chief of Defence Force, LT GEN Jerry Mateparae, and the head of NZ Customs
Service, MAJ GEN (Rtd) Martyn Dunne, signed a Memorandum of Understanding
for better interaction between the two branches of government.
Major Wayne Paul said, “‘The Memorandum of Understanding recognises the
common role both the New Zealand Defence Force and the New Zealand Customs
Service has in contributing to New Zealand Government goals, through a closer
relationship in areas of common interest. The Memorandum of Understanding
better positions the NZDF and the NZCS to achieve their organisational objectives,
allowing effective and efficient conduct of each agency’s operations in support of
the Government’s objectives.”
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From the top
Chief of Defence Force LT GEN Jerry Mateparae and the head of NZ Customs Service,
Martyn Dunne
Revitalised Army website launched
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The new Army website was officially launched in early aspects of the new site is that it provides a two-way flow of
September. The old site has had a complete overhaul, with a
communication. Through the “Contact Us” section of the
new structure, design, and many new features.
website (found at the very bottom of every page), visitors to
The site now has fresh, regularly updated content, managed the site can email to seek further information.
by a network of “information owners”, says Lieutenant Colonel
For example, LT COL Stewart says they have received several
Craig Stewart, a member of the project team. “The beauty of emails from people in the UK praising the performance of the
the new website is that the [information owners] can go onto
NZ Army Band at the Edinburgh Tattoo (see www.army.mil.nz/
their normal DIXS computer, add the information, and after
culture-and-history/feedback-community).
going through a series of approvals, at 5.00pm that night it
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can be uploaded to the internet.”
The fresh content will not just be available to people
browsing the internet. The website’s mirror site, accessible to
NZ Army personnel through the intranet, will be updated daily.
“Previously, the mirror site was really out of date – it could
have been months and months old – but the mirror site is now
a maximum of 24 hours old”, says LT COL Stewart.
One of the project’s aims was to make the website easier to
navigate. The new website has a more logical structure than
the old site, with more detailed sections, such as information
on equipment. Web traffic is now being monitored to look for
ways the site can be improved.
LT COL Stewart adds that the new website is a foundation
for further development, and he encourages anyone with
comments, ideas for new content, or images, to contact them
through the site. “It’s an 80/20 solution – we have an 80%
solution, now we want to keep adding to it”, he says.
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The site was also made more appealing and “stickier”
through improved layout and design. “One
of the challenges has been to appeal to the
Y generation, who will only see the screen
for a phenomenally short period of time
then they will be off clicking on something
else. We’ve had to go away from the big long
pages, with screeds of information.”
One of the biggest drivers for re-designing
the website was the requirement that it
become e-government compliant. The
site now conforms to the State Services
Commission Web Guidelines, the web
standards for public sites that aim to make
websites accessible to users regardless of
their bandwidth or browser.
Ms Denise Stead, John Rewi, MAJ Herman Hudepohl, and Ms Lyndy Dudd at the
LT COL Stewart says one of the exciting
launch of the Army website
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The Somme remembered
VCDF AVMSL David Bamfield, presents prints of the Unknown
Warrior to COL Satre, regional military commander, in France
last week
RADM David Ledson, Chief of Navy, and COL Tim Keating, lay a rose on the tomb of the Unknown Warrior
PREPARING FOR
NEW WARFARE
The future will be “a world of asymmetric warfare – in which machetes
and Microsoft merge, and extremists wearing Reeboks and Ray Bans dream
of acquiring weapons of mass destruction”.
Today, state and non-state groups have the ability to conduct devastating
unconventional attacks. Due to globalisation and the spread of both
military and civilian technology, means to undertake a surprise attack with
high levels of violence and destruction are widely available. Whilst our
opponents appear to be increasingly adaptive and unpredictable, many
Western militaries still adhere to more traditional organisational models
and processes.
The Army is looking at new ways when considering future capabilities. It
is focusing on the effect that we want to create, and the capabilities that
will make those effects possible. Our capability solutions will not only
emphasise organisational structures and the prime equipment, but include
the conceptual dimension, the human element and support components.
Take one example – the NZLAV. The NZLAV provides us with a level of
protection, mobility and firepower that is markedly superior to anything
we have had in the past. We will continue to make significant strides to
gain the maximum benefit from this very capable vehicle. An example
of this will be as we develop the NZLAV doctrine and TTPs. This will be
followed by consequential work that will better align trade models, course
requirements and logistics support to the capability that is based around
NZLAV. Accordingly, our aim is to realise the full potential of the NZLAV
vehicle with a comprehensive capability approach.
Our capability development and acquisition processes are also being
reviewed as we look towards building appropriate land-based operational
capabilities for the future. They will take cognisance of our approach,
whereby we pride ourselves on adaptability, agility of mind and a “can-do”
attitude. Our future development and acquisition cycle must incorporate
experimentation and innovation, rapid acquisition, the fielding of prototype
equipments and the conduct of pilot programmes, both in training and on
operations.
Past traditions, structures and processes have framed our present
capability development and acquisition processes, but globalisation,
technology, and the willingness of our foes to wage war against new threats
must be factored into any future capability development and acquisition.
Army has identified this need and proposes to establish a Capability
Branch. This branch will coordinate capability development, acquisition
and management, correct current capability issues and better allow the NZ
Army to realise future capabilities.
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Farewell,
King of
Tonga
One hundred NZDF personnel, including personnel from 2 Signals
Squadron, made up a tri-service Guard of Honour to farewell King
Taufa’ahau Tupou IV.
King Taufa’ahau Tupou IV, who had ruled Tonga for 41 years, died on
10 September following a long illness. He was 88. His body had been
lying in state at his royal residence, Atalanga, in the Auckland suburb of
Epsom.
Personnel farewelled the King’s casket as it was loaded on to an RNZAF
Hercules last week.
An Air Force Boeing 757 transported dignitaries, VIPs and members
of the Government to Tonga for the state funeral. Brigadier Rhys Jones,
representing the Chief of Defence Force, and WO1 John Barclay, Warrant
Officer of the Defence Force, attended on behalf of the NZDF.
After the burial, Tonga will observe a one-month mourning period. The
royal court will be in mourning for six months.
Tonga’s new monarch, King Siaosi Tupou V, succeeds his father.
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head NZDF Staff London, conducted a tour of the battlefield,
retracing the steps of the New Zealand Division during their 23
days on the Somme.
The tour was followed by a wreath laying ceremony at the
New Zealand memorial, near Longueval.
Vice Chief of the New Zealand Defence Force, AVM David
Bamfield, spoke at the ceremony. “For New Zealand, a small
country with a population at the time of only one million,
the casualties suffered by the division on the Somme were
devastating and cast a pall of grief throughout the country.
“Everywhere in New Zealand, from our largest cities to our
smallest villages, you can find First World War memorials.
Virtually all these memorials include the names of local men
who gave their lives in this battle.”
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Representatives of the Defence Force and politicians laid
wreaths at the National War Memorial on September 15 to
mark the 90th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme.
The New Zealand Division spent 23 days on the Somme,
resulting in more than 7,000 casualties, including 1,560
deaths. They were part of a total of 1.2 million soldiers killed
during one of the most significant campaigns of WW1, when
the allied forces attempted to break through the German front
line in northern France.
Prime Minister Helen Clark told those gathered at the
ceremony that, “the Battle of the Somme has also become a
byword for almost indescribable slaughter on a grand scale.
Of those that went to the Somme, one in seven soldiers were
killed and four in 10 were wounded.”
Ms Clark said the sacrifices of Kiwi soldiers in France and
Belgium during WWI was overshadowed by the suffering at
Gallipoli. But the rate of soldiers killed and wounded at the
Somme exceeded that for Gallipoli.
The words of Lawrence Blyth, who was 18 years old when he
fought at the Somme and was the last New Zealand survivor of
the battle to die in 2001, were read at the ceremony.
Mr Blyth, who was taken from the battlefield after being
gassed, spoke to historians at the age of 92. “It’s only when
history is written, that’s when you find the truth of the thing ...
It was disaster, really a disaster, the Somme.”
Meanwhile, members of the New Zealand Defence Force
and French officials commemorated the event in France on
September 15.
CDR Paul Mayer, the New Zealand Naval Attache and deputy
MAJ GEN Lou Gardiner presents WO1 Burns’ commendation to his sons Joel (L) and
Turroch Burns, while Gus Burns looks on
Interior of the C-130 Herc of 40 Sqn ready to carry the
King's body home to Tonga
Members of Tongan Royal Family passing Guard of Honour
At a TTS Parade on 1 September, the Chief of Army, MAJ GEN Lou Gardiner,
presented the CA’s Commendation to the family of WO1 Graeme Burns. WO1
Burns died on 16 January this year.
Accepting the commendation on behalf of the family was Graeme’s brother
Gus, and Graeme’s two sons Turroch and Joel.
After the presentation of the commendation, members of TTS performed the
RNZALR haka for the family.
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COURAGE, COMMITMENT, COMRADESHIP AND INTEGRITY
Village is stormed by insurgents
LCPL Mitchell Williams prepares for next
rotation
Behind the scenes in Darwin
face for all NZDF flights transiting through this northernmost
base of Australia.
Not only does the NSE interface in Australia, but each
member rotates into East Timor for a minimum of 30 days.
This provides them with operational exposure and a chance
to follow the supply chain from “factory to foxhole”.
Although the working hours are long, the NSE team are
loyal to their country and will down tools to support the men
in black. Despite being out numbered by a sea of green and
gold, the cheers from the small NSE group can be heard like
stampeding elephants – this is often a brave move but thankfully it has been a great sporting year for New Zealand. The
fortitude the NSE team display whilst supporting the All Blacks
can be likened to the fortitude they apply to supporting operations in East Timor.
Being posted to the NSE provides a day filled with variety
and an opportunity to cement our very good working relationships with our Australian counterparts by advocating
the ANZAC spirit, with our motto “work hard, play hard”. It
has been a rewarding deployment, both professionally and
personally.
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Located in the metropolis of Darwin, Australia, six personnel
make up the national support element (NSE) for NZDF’s operations in East Timor.
On the previous deployment to East Timor, the NSE was
located in the suburb of Winnellie. This time, the NSE is
embedded within RAAF Base Darwin, and activities centre in
a quaint office at the edge of the runway. The NSE’s location
has enabled networking and the smooth running of day-today NSE activities.
The NSE provides support to the NZDF operation in East
Timor by facilitating the ordering and procurement of stores
and equipment, from New Zealand or Australia.
Movement of all personnel and freight in and out of Darwin
is provided by the resident movement operator, who covers
sea and air freight. Admin support provides mission pay and
allowances, and out-of-theatre leave is provided by the admin
sergeant.
Relying heavily on communications systems, the information systems operator comes to the fore, as well as being a
“jack of all trades” and assisting everyone else with their
tasks. All of this is under the watchful command and control of
the OC NSE. The NSE team also provide support and a friendly
LT COL Blythen and myself,
WO2 John Knap, arrived in
Bagram in April. After a quick
glance at our accommodation,
we noticed that the place was
looking a bit tired and needed
some TLC. After farewelling our
predecessors, we put our plan
into action.
Our first task was to revamp
our Transit lines which can
house 17 personnel at a
Rotting sandbags
squeeze. Firstly, out went all
of the old bedding, which was
replaced with new items – enough to ensure anyone transiting through NSE could
leave their sleeping bags behind. For personnel familiar with the weight and space
restraints of air travel between Bagram and Bamian, this was a significant issue.
We also installed a television and DVD player, as well as a Playstation that we
found gathering dust in the back of one of the NSE containers.
Next we turned our attention to the NSE bunkers, which were in a sorry state.
Every other coalition force in Bagram used local labour to fill sandbags and
construct their bunkers; after a quick look at the standard of bunker construction
around Bagram I decided we would do the work ourselves between routine tasks –
much to the dismay of the NSE security section. Three weeks and 3,400 sandbags
later, with help from everyone at the NSE and to the great relief of the NSE security
section, we had completed the task.
Our next project was to totally rebuild the Kiwi Lines deck and install a covered
walkway to extend and improve our communal living area. This was pushing the
boundaries of the NSE team of enthusiastic amateurs and, rather than risk a DIY
disaster, we decided to enlist the engineering expertise of SSGT “Mac” McDonald
and his team from the NZPRT.
SSGT McDonald found time in his schedule to fly over for a quick recce, see
what building materials were available and to draw up what he described as a
basic plan.
A few days later, two picnic tables arrived from the PRT on the regular flight from
Bamian, followed in short order by SSGT McDonald, LMT(L) Tawhai Banks, SPR
Nabby McNabb, LCPL Dougie McLeod and CAPT Matt Tihi. What they constructed in
several days is best left to the photo below but needless to say NSE personnel are
well and truly in their debt.
There was still one last project to be completed: the harsh Afghanistan climate
quickly wears out sandbags, so we decided to plaster our bunkers so that the
sandbags would never need to be replaced again.
SSGT McDonald returned for another materials recce and, after his departure,
SGT “DJ” De-Jong and LCPL Brad Keegan arrived complete with buckets, trowels
and plastering expertise. Under their guidance, the enthusiastic amateurs sprang
back into action and after a couple of days of very hard work the bunkers were
completed. As this goes to press, SSGT McDonald’s team are installing fluorescent
lighting and power points in our deck and walkway area.
Thanks to our engineers and the NSE amateurs, our lines are now the envy of
the rest of the coalition and they will certainly improve the quality of life for all New
Zealand personnel deployed or transiting through Bagram.
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and help run scenarios.”
Specific training for personnel
in specialised roles was also being
undertaken for the first time, while
context and direct examples were
being given to explain why the training
they were doing was important,
he said.
All members of the ninth rotation
to Afghanistan were doing five
weeks of advanced combat training,
group
exercises
and
cultural
understanding classes.
Air Force and Navy personnel
arrived in Tekapo a week earlier for
extra training, because the operation
is land-based.
The rotation is going to Afghanistan
for six months to replace the men and
woman who have been serving over
the summer.
The winter conditions faced by the
upcoming rotation will be in stark
contrast to the sun-baked desert and
dust
experienced
by
the
current rotation.
The NZPRT aims to ensure security
in the region, help in the distribution
of aid, and promote nation building.
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Gunfire erupts as a man carrying
an assault rifle storms into a remote
Afghan village and opens fire on
a group of New Zealand soldiers
conversing with locals during their
routine patrol.
Covering each other, the New
Zealanders quickly withdraw.
The mock exercise, carried out
in Tekapo recently, was one of
many worst-case scenarios the next
rotation of the New Zealand Provincial
Reconstruction Team (NZPRT) has been
undergoing before their deployment to
Afghanistan next month.
The 108-strong NZPRT, made up of
Army, Navy and Air Force personnel, will
be the ninth rotation of New Zealand
Defence Force service men and woman
to travel to the sub-continent.
They are undergoing a predeployment training programme
which has been modified based on
past NZPRT experiences.
“Our training has been changed to
cope with the evolving situation over
there”, Senior National Officer, Group
Captain Kevin Short, said. “Personnel
from previous rotations have been
coming down here to offer their advice
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Comfort in Bagram
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CPL Coles, LCPL Wright, SGT De Jong
L–R: LCPL Gaudin, SIG Forsythe, MAJ Kelliher, SGT Allnutt, CPL Reid, SGT Cockburn
The rebuilt Kiwi Lines
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One of three sangars that are located at Kiwi Lines
Soccer victory
On most Fridays, the NZPRT soccer team heads down
to the local sports field to play one of the local sides.
Although the majority of the 1 RNZIR’s soccer team is
deployed in Afghanistan (they beat 2/1 during the Lone
Pine tournament last year), we can generally only get
two players a week; apparently this has something to
do with our operational focus. However, enthusiastic
participation from the Kiwi Base personnel, reinforced
with the occasional patrol member, shows potential
talent (ruined by years of rugby). With a couple of
our locally employed interpreters, and a few other
personnel based with us, we can generally muster up
the required 11 players.
A block wall septic tank with design by WO1 Armstrong (EHO)
assisted by LCPL Peauafi
The local soccer pitch is a rocky dust bowl located
just behind the bazaar in the Bamian township. It
is home to a number of teams, who are all eager to
play us (and usually win). The game is played to local
rules, which usually means that it finishes about 20
minutes after we have run out of air and conceded
two late goals. With no offside rules, the locals take
advantage of our defence – we push up to defend as
we would at home, then a local will suddenly appear
out of his tent at the back goal post, to score. The play
is generally good-spirited, with most of the hostility
directed towards the referee.
The Game of Games (the one we celebrated like
we'd won the World Cup) got off to a great start with
Ali Reza (an interpreter) – in a fine display of foot
Force Commander, MAJ GEN Martinelli presenting the MFO medal to PTE Joshua
Roewen of 3 Log Bn Burnham
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The New Zealand Contingent of the Multinational Force and Observers in Egypt
held a Medals Parade recently, for the departure of the rotation 01/06, who served
with the MFO from February to August 2006. The parade was reviewed by the Force
Commander, Major General Roberto Martinelli, and was attended by many friends
and colleagues from the various contingents of the MFO. The Fijian Battalion Band
and the Australian contingent also provided valuable support.
MAJ GEN Martinelli awarded the MFO Medal to all members of the outgoing rotation. Many of them were also presented with certificates of appreciation by the
Force Commander and the Chief of Staff for outstanding service and safe driving
whilst deployed with the MFO.
The highlight of the parade, for many of the guests, was the rousing haka,
where members of the outgoing and current rotations challenged the new contingent members to carry on the revered reputation of the New Zealand contingent.
The MFO haka “Ehipa” was written specifically for this mission and is used for all
powhiri and during medal parades.
New Zealand currently has 26 personnel from all three services serving with the
MFO. In February this year this commitment was extended for a further two years,
until 1 April 2008.
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Outgoing contingent challenge the incoming contingent with the MFO haka “Ehipa”
MAJ GEN Martinelli inspecting NZCMFO parade
work – cutting through the defence and slotting a
great individual goal. This was followed by LCPL Tim
Medland scoring a fantastic goal in the top corner
from the edge of the box – we were well set at half
time. After a five-minute coaching and drinks break we
were back into it.
The second half is pretty hazy, probably due to me
not having enough oxygen to keep functioning in peak
condition. All I can recall is, Ali Reza scored another
goal and the opposition got a conciliation goal. In the
final 15 – more likely 30 minutes as the locals did not
want to lose – LT Tim Gore led a stalwart defensive
effort to deny the locals any opportunities to get back
into the game.
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An advance party headed to Dili in late June to determine
rubbish or leaves hangs in the air most of the day and night.
what engineer support NZDF required.
The roads are in a bad state, which has done nothing to
They discovered there was some work to be done to provide improve the local driving habits. It is a very relaxed culture; it
the basic living necessities for the Kiwi Coy. However, because has become apparent that if you want something delivered,
the positioning of NZDF personnel had not been confirmed, all you need to order it half a day earlier than you actually need it,
they could do was identify the main problems and conduct the to ensure delivery on time.
detailed recon for these tasks. As it turned out, there were to
There are many burnt-out buildings in Dili from the initial
be many additions to this once we arrived in theatre.
conflict, but the town is slowly rebuilding. It is good to see the
Once the whirlwind of reports, cost estimates and equipment kids going to school again and sports fields being used.
preparation was completed as part of PDT, the advance party
The good … and not so good
departed, with the rest of the section close behind.
For me, a troop commander of field engineering background,
The team consisted of six carpenters
it has been great experiencing the
(including Troop SGT JJ Moore and
construction side of the trade. I am
Section Commander SSGT Lofty Forsyth);
continually impressed with how quickly
two plumbers; four field engineers; one
and professionally a building or task is
electrician; one plant operator/driver and
completed – throw a carpenter, plumber,
one storeman.
electrician and some good workers at a
The deployment started out as a 30job and in no time a brand new building
day pre-planned engineer surge to get
has materialised (not without a lot of
the construction done and get home.
hard work).
This was soon re-evaluated to 60 days,
The engineer team has been great
and once additional tasks were identified
to work with and there’s never a dull
once on the ground, this period was
moment. The team works hard and it
extended to 90 days.
has certainly confirmed in my mind the
Our main tasks concentrated first on
hard working ethos of the corps. There
basic sanitation, security and, more
are new skills being learnt and good
RNZE electrician, SPR John Sinclair,
recently, the development of facilities. rewiring the Kiwi Lines electrical circuits
experience gained by all.
Basic sanitation has included the
It has been interesting working with
construction of showers, toilets and washing facilities at one the Australians. The engineers have been very helpful and
of the outlying platoon locations, based out of an abandoned
we have assisted each other where possible. It has also been
local house; some minor upgrade of a well at a section
good to catch up and work with old friends and make new
location near Hera, and upgrade of the washing facilities contacts. The best part of working with the ADF is rubbing salt
and sewerage processes at Kiwi Lines, where the National in the wound created by the All Blacks’ Bledisloe victory!
Command Element are based. Our electrician has also had to
There have been some frustrating times when purchasing
upgrade some interesting electrical circuitry.
materials from Darwin with tight timelines. Because Darwin
Since arriving in East Timor, Kiwi Company are focused on has a major shortage of treated timber, it takes up to two
expanding Kiwi Lines to accommodate part of the company weeks to get it to Darwin then another week to get it into Dili.
group. This includes constructing accommodation buildings,
Sometimes the shipping companies don’t load our container
additional ablutions, mess facilities, recreation room and
on the ship and it arrives in Dili without our materials, so
septic tank. We will also need to develop the lines for timelines have had to be flexible. Then it’s all hands to the
the wet season to ensure the compound does not turn into
grind and some long work hours to get the work completed as
a quagmire.
quickly as possible.
The country
Overall, the section has made some well received
Those over here for the first time have had to get used to
improvements to Kiwi Lines and NZDF will be set up with
some interesting local habits. The local people are generally reasonable facilities for the remainder of the operation here.
very friendly towards the Kiwis, and the kids shriek and
Morale is high and the T-shirt tans are coming along nicely.
wave with both hands as we drive past, yelling “kia ora bro”
The team appreciate the letters, parcels and contact
or “hello mister”. They seem to have remembered a lot of from home and we all look forward to seeing family and
their language lessons from our previous time in East Timor.
friends soon.
The locals are fascinated with fire and the aroma of burning
Contributed by LT Elisha May
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Handing over in Sinai
LCPL Tim Medland shooting for goal
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Congratulations to the following personnel
on their recent promotion:
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Young achiever
“If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always
get what you’ve always got.”
Private Leanne Corbett was presented with her Young New
Zealanders’ Challenge, Gold Duke of Edinburgh award by the
Governor General of New Zealand, the Honourable Mr Anand
Satyanand, at a ceremony at Government House recently.
Mr Satyanand told the recipients that their award
represents the culmination of many years of hard work,
determination, courage, and the support of their families.
“It is an acknowledgement of reaching ambitious goals
that you were set”, said Mr Satyanand. “You have shown
commitment, motivation, and teamwork, and you have built
up an important quality – self-confidence.”
The Duke of Edinburgh award, which is 50 years old this
year, has three levels: Bronze, for those aged 14 and over and
lasting at least six months; Silver, for those aged 15 and over
and lasting at least 12 months, and Gold, for those aged 16
and over and lasting at least 18 months.
Gold participants complete 60 hours’ community service,
participate in a sport or physical activity, take up a hobby,
skill or interest, and complete a four-day expedition and a
five-day “residential project”.
PTE Corbett said her residential project, the 21-day
Outward Bound “Mind, Body and Soul” programme, was the
highlight of her four years on the Duke of Edinburgh. “I learnt
about leadership and team work, and I learnt to push myself.
A quote I took away with me, ‘if you always do what you’ve
always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got’.”
PTE Corbett, who is just three weeks into her role as
medic at 2 Health Support Battalion, says that if she hadn’t
completed the challenge she wouldn’t be in the Army today.
“I wouldn’t have even thought about joining the Army, I’d be
doing something completely different – I’d probably be in the
US playing golf. But doing the Challenge you really feel like
you want to give back to your country.”
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stepping up
PTE Corbett, pictured with the Governor General, the Hon Mr
Anand Satyanand and his wife Susan
A modified battalion parade incorporating
a Service of Institution for 1 RNZIR chaplain
Darren O’Callaghan was held recently at Linton
Military Camp.
Padre O’Callaghan is the first chaplain for 1
RNZIR in seven years. Although still dedicated
to 2 LFG, he has been attached to the battalion,
for a temporary one-year period, for training.
Padre O’Callaghan is an Anglican priest and
was ordained as a deacon in 1997, following
four years of study at St John’s Theological
College in Auckland. He has been married to
Rita for 25 years and the couple have five children and two grandchildren.
His first appointment was as assistant priest
at Te Ngae parish, before being appointed
vicar of St Faith’s parish in Ohinemutu (both
in Rotorua).
“It was an honour to be appointed to this
very historical parish, which had as its previous
vicars the first Maori Bishop Frederick Bennett,
Bishop Wiremu Panapa, Bishop Manuhuia
Bennett (also ex-28 Battalion) and Bishop
Whakahuihui Vercoe, himself a past chaplain
of 1 RNZIR. I followed in the footsteps of some
great men of faith”, he said.
Padre O’Callaghan had always wanted
to join the Army, not as a chaplain but as a
soldier. However, once his first child was born,
he found it hard to leave his family. Now his
children are older he is delighted to be an Army
chaplain, especially one attached to a unit.
There are three chaplains at Linton: the Army
Principal Chaplain Don Parker and Padre Ra
Koia, the senior chaplain.
“When this opportunity arose to join the
Army and to continue and develop my ministry,
I took up the call”, says Padre O’Callaghan. “I
want to extend my ministry further in pastoral
care and the Army offers that in a big way
– you’re dealing with families and individuals
on a one-to-one basis.
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“I’ve been here since April and I’m really
enjoying it. I can see the challenge of ministry,
taking care of the physical and spiritual wellbeing of the soldiers and their families. There is
a lot of support here. The difference is being in
an environment with so many people in close
contact, so you deal with issues directly and on
a daily basis.”
At the Service of Institution Padre O’Callaghan
was presented with the symbols of his ministry
– the baptism water, wine and bread for Holy
Communion, and his licence to practice as an
Army chaplain. He was presented with two ceremonial stoles and the battalion Red Diamond.
Padre O’Callaghan said he is keen to get out
in the field with the battalion, both on exercises and overseas deployments.
“I’m looking forward to that experience
although I’m not sure about being away from
home – but it’s part of Army life”, he said.
Bishop Muru Walters presents Padre Darren O’Callaghan with a
Reported by Faye Lougher ceremonial stole
changed to the trade of physical training instructor, and is currently posted
to the Burnham gym.
SGT Matthew-Brookes enlisted in the Royal New Zealand Air Force on
3 April 1990 as a steward. She transferred to the NZ Army on 6 April 1998
and was posted to 3 Logistics Battalion, then changed to the trade of dental
assistant in October 2000. She is currently posted to Burnham Dental.
Ms Jan Miles was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation in recognition of
20 years’ loyal and dedicated service as a NZDF civilian employee.
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WO1 Samuel Staley and his New Zealand Efficiency Medal
Ms Jan Miles receives her Certificate of Appreciation from
Colonel Gawn
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Commander of Burnham Military Camp, Colonel Dave Gawn, recently
presented service medals, a clasp, and a certificate of appreciation, to
seven NZDF personnel.
The New Zealand Operational Service Medal and the New Zealand General
Service Medal Solomon Islands was awarded to Captain Leishia Pettigrew,
New Zealand Legal Service, and Corporal Jason Holland, Royal New Zealand
Army Medical Corps. CAPT Pettigrew and CPL Holland both deployed to
Solomon Islands from April/May to June 2006.
Major James Walkinshaw, Royal New Zealand Army Medical Corps, was
awarded the New Zealand Armed Forces Award Clasp. The clasp is presented
to Regular Force officers who complete an additional 15 years of qualifying
service, after being awarded the New Zealand Armed Forces Award. MAJ
Walkinshaw received the AFA on 11 August 1983.
The New Zealand Efficiency Medal is granted to warrant officers, noncommissioned officers and soldiers of the Territorial Force who have
completed 12 years of continuous, efficient service. This award was
presented to WO1 Samuel Staley, New Zealand Armoured Corps. He joined
the NZ Army as a TF recruit on 11 February 1981 and transferred to the Regular
Force on 25 June 1996. WO1 Staley is currently Warrant Officer In Charge,
Tekapo Military Training Area, Burnham Regional Support Centre.
The NZ Army Long Service and Good Conduct Medal was awarded to
Staff Sergeant Matthew Barlow of the Physical Training Corps, and Sergeant
Lorenda Marshall-Brookes of the Royal New Zealand Dental Corps. SSGT
Barlow enlisted into the Regular Force on 8 January 1991 and was posted
to 2/1 Battalion Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment. In August 1995, he
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CAPT Leishia Pettigrew wearing both the New Zealand Operational
Service Medal (NZOSM) and the New Zealand General Service Medal
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commemorate Long Tan
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High nutritional impact
felt extremely honoured to be invited
to be the gun detachment commander
for the commemoration of the 40th
anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in
Canberra, Australia.
A tri-service guard of honour formed
the main body of the parade, which was
attended by the BSM of 161 Battery,
dignitaries and veterans.
Three M113 APCs held ground to the
rear of the guard, two UH1H Iroquois
helicopters hovered overhead and
four M1A2 Howitzer field guns (two
manned by gunners from 161 Battery,
RNZA) simulated the pivotal role each
element played during the actual Battle
of Long Tan.
The 161 Battery gun detachment
manned and fired the guns as part of
the parade, simulating a fire mission as
the names of the fallen soldiers were
read aloud.
After the formalities we met
the veterans who were part of
161 Bty and 6RAR in Vietnam. The
boys and I felt nothing but pride
to be there, representing 161 Bty
and the New Zealand Army, at the
commemorations.
COL Steve Guiney inspects Recruit Davis
SPR Killeen is promoted to the internal course rank of
recruit leader
LT COL Steve Guiney inspects Recruit Leader McDonald
SIG King is promoted to internal course rank of “recruit leader”
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The half-way point of the new Enhanced Basic Course was marked with an
Advance Parade at TAD in early September.
Proudly wearing the red tabs, indicating they had completed the initial 12-week
phase, the 32 recruits paraded before LT COL Steve Guiney, who was integral in the
course development.
Four recruits who had shown extra leadership qualities – SPR Kelly, SPR Killeen,
SPR McKenzie and SIG King – were called forward and promoted to the internal
course rank of recruit leader. In the second phase of the course, admin duties will
be gradually handed over to these leaders.
After the parade, the recruits departed on a week’s leave before commencing
the eight-week second phase of the course. This will include training for closecountry, night, urban and close-quarter operations, and will involve the use of
tactical mobile comms systems, night-vision and personal protective equipment. It
will culminate in an enhanced final field exercise.
“These recruits will be operating in a more complex environment than the recruits
of 10 years ago”, said LT COL Guiney. “We want all soldiers, and not just frontline
troops, to be prepared to operate and survive on the modern battlefield.”
When the recruits return from leave, there will be a gradual easing of the
rigid discipline imposed during the first part of the course. They will be able to
socialise with a wider group of people and will be addressed as “private” and given
weekend leave.
The journey home on leave involved a 10-hour bus and ferry ride for some, but
it was only a 10-minute walk for one recruit, Tahurangi King. Long-time Waiouru
residents Trevor and Hine King were very proud of their son’s achievement. “And
he’s really enjoying it”, said Mrs King.
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Army nutritionist Captain Nicola Martin
to develop my own position within the
agrees that everyone in the Army has an
organisation and, in effect, write my own
opinion on food.
job description, has been fantastic”,
“I try to run for the exit door when
CAPT Martin says.
people start harassing me about what’s in
In enthusiastic tones, she says
the mess or what isn’t! But in the Army,
working for the Army is a great platform
food is not just seen as fuel, or as just
for her to “spread the word” about the
another component of life; food is a big
impact of nutrition and hydration on
part of the military and it has a real impact
performance.
on morale”, she says.
“I’ve got this great opportunity with
She’s referring not just to mess food.
this huge, captive audience, with a group
In isolated environments, away from
that nutrition can really make an impact
home and possibly miles from the nearest
on – that’s the exciting thing.”
supermarket or Subway, CAPT Martin says
It’s a gospel that can make a big
the Army has an even greater “duty of
difference not just to her overarching
care” to ensure its soldiers are well fed.
goal – increasing the Army’s operational
Recognising this, 18 months ago the NZ Army nutritionist CAPT Nicola Martin
readiness by making soldiers “fit to
Army created the position of nutritionist,
fight” – but to individual lives, which can
responsible for developing nutrition policy and education; be enhanced through better nutrition.
pre-deployment training; nutrition in the mess; ration packs;
“I really enjoy the opportunity to work with a typically fit
one-on-one dietetic counselling; and nutrition research.
and healthy population, educating them about the impact
Taking charge of what goes into the stomachs of more that good nutrition and hydration can have on enhancing their
than 4,500 troops is a hefty responsibility for a 28-year-old, lifestyle and their performance – rather than working with sick
but CAPT Martin has risen to the challenge. Last week, her people in the hospital and being the ‘ambulance at the bottom
dedication to introducing nutrition and dietetics into the Army of the cliff’.”
was recognised when she was awarded the New Zealand
When she says she wants to educate personnel about
Dietetic Association’s (NZDA) Nestle Young Achiever Award.
nutrition, soldiers can relax – CAPT Martin is nothing like
“She has demonstrated a genuine commitment to making television nutritionist Nikki Hart (AKA “Evil Diet Witch”) and
nutrition front of mind amongst our armed forces”, said NZDA
has no intention of ridding the mess of fat, sugar and salt.
president Sandy Clemett. “Nicola has created a comprehensive Instead, she is focusing on providing healthy options and
and highly valued role for herself in one of the country’s largest educating people so that they choose the healthy option.
and most important organisations. For a young dietician who
CAPT Martin admits she has a hard task, especially as she’s
is just starting her career this is a fantastic achievement.”
not just trying to change individual soldiers. “Working with
CAPT Martin gained her registration as a dietician in 2002
individuals we’re just trying to change their habits, but within
after accumulating an impressive string of qualifications:
the Army we’re not really trying to change habits we’re trying
a Bachelor of Science (Physiology), a Bachelor of Consumer to change the culture, a culture that has been ingrained for a
and Applied Science (Human Nutrition) and a Post Graduate very long time.”
Diploma in Dietetics at Otago University. While studying, she
But she is looking forward to seeing that culture change
was also in the Territorial Force as a medic with 4th Otago over coming years. “In five years' time, I hope to be able to say
Southland Battalion Group.
that, thanks to nutrition, New Zealand’s Army is fitter, faster
After graduating, she worked for two years as a clinical and stronger.”
dietician at Auckland Hospital, specialising in renal care. But it
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was a case of “right place, right time, right person” when she
was approached about the Army nutritionist position.
The next issue of the Army News will run an article on one
“When the opportunity to introduce nutrition and dietetics of CAPT Martin’s current projects: Enhanced Catering and
to the Army came up I jumped at the chance. The opportunity Nutrition Education on the All Arms Recruit Course.
Contingent outside RMC Dutroon: WO2 Dempster, LBDR Ayto, BDR Kareko, LBDR
Greer. Front: LBDR Baird, GNR Taha, GNR Howard
Had the Anzac troops lost the
Battle of Long Tan, the future of our
involvement in Vietnam would have
been quite different. It’s said that D
Company’s 108 men engaged as many
as 2,500 Viet Cong in the bloody muddy
rubber plantation but, whatever the real
numbers, enemy forces had massed in
considerable strength with the likely
intention of taking the taskforce base
at Nui Dat.
Artillery played a vital role at Long
Tan and working closely with the D Coy
commander was New Zealand officer
Captain Morrie Stanley, who, at 35, was
the oldest man on the battlefield (the
average age was 20).
161 Battery, Royal New Zealand
Artillery, was to be in direct support of
6RAR, and Stanley was assigned as the
forward observer to D Coy from the time
6RAR landed on the beach at Vang Tau
in June, 1966.
Some years ago, the commander
of the Australians in Long Tan rubber
plantation, LT COL Harry Smith, MC,
stated that the key to the outcome of
the battle in favour of the diggers could
be summed up in one word: artillery.
Because the Battle of Long Tan is an
integral part of 161 Battery’s history, I
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COURAGE, COMMITMENT, COMRADESHIP AND INTEGRITY
Leadership in a MOOCW: Exercise Santici
perimeter fencing) occurring to their rear and a heightened sense of
awareness that the crash course in the rules of engagement was little
more than a vague and a fleeting memory.
What constitutes minimum force? When does a person become a
major threat? What can I legally do? Just some of the questions that
confronted each officer cadet in real time, allowing ample opportunity
for individual members of the forward operations base security, vehicle/
vehicle checkpoints and foot patrols to diffuse volatile situations using
a combination of flair, command presence, fast talking and good solid
soldiering skills.
The general consensus among officer cadets is that Exercise Santici
was a fun and challenging exercise that tested leadership and initiative
in an intense and fluid MOOCW environment. While the exploding flour
bombs, booby trapped loaf of bread and rebel activities of the demo
squad will long be remembered, special thanks must go to the people
of Mangakino; without their cooperation, good-will and permission,
this exercise would not have happened.
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An insurgent (LT Emerre) is searched by cadets following a shooting
OCDT Varawa covers the remainder of his patrol
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into FIBUA (fighting in built up areas) and MOOCW. The officer cadets
enjoyed a great deal more latitude in answer to insurgent attacks
and/or uprisings, for example, than what more conventional forms of
warfare training previously allowed.
As you can imagine, not only is it a stressful proposition to deal
with enemy snipers, drive-by shootings and suicide bombers in an
urban setting, but – combined with multiple (and simultaneously
staged) scenarios involving armed and unarmed civilians acting in an
aggressive and/or suspicious manner – it is also a taxing mind game,
requiring extreme levels of patience, diplomacy and mental fortitude.
Arresting people in the streets, houses and pubs of their home
town (where detainee A has the advantage of local knowledge and
B is surrounded by their friends and associates), adds yet another
dimension; especially when a prisoner refuses to “come quietly”,
takes advantage of a loose pair of handcuffs to try and escape, and
generally tests everyone’s patience!
This is where “leadership” came to the fore and officer cadets,
whilst trying to manage multiple incidents in an area of their control,
suddenly found themselves with a life-threatening situation unfolding
in front of them, a diversionary tactic (such as the tearing down of
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Officer cadets of the New Zealand Army travelled to the friendly
town of Mangakino to participate in Exercise Santici. The aim of Santici
is to teach and test leadership in a military operations other than
conventional warfare (MOOCW) environment. Participants are exposed
to a diverse range of scenarios involving civilian, quasi-military and
terrorist group activities.
Officer cadets were put through all manner of hostile situations,
thanks to the brilliant scheming of Captain Dave Neil (Ex OIC) and the
cunning planning of Staff Sergeant George Kereko (Ex 2IC/enemy).
Activities were so engaging, it was not unusual to see bemused
members of the Mangakino public offering their encouragement from
the sanctum of the local pub or the 11th hole of the local golf course, as
the would-be “peace keepers” went about winning hearts and minds
one minute, or executing house clearances and rescuing hostages the
next. By constantly rotating the command appointments from 2IC up to
platoon commander, each officer cadet could pit their leadership and
tactical skills against a fluid and demanding enemy force.
Whilst OCS training is heavily geared towards infantry tactics in both
open and close country environments, Exercise Santici emphasised the
value of providing officer cadets with entry level training and insight
A suspected insurgent (CPL Lamb) is arrested
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CPL Nui presented with his LSGCM
Territorial Force officer, Captain Patrick McInerney, was
presented with his New Zealand General Service Medal
(Afghanistan) at a ceremony at his workplace, the New Zealand
Defence Force’s Personnel Branch in Wellington.
CAPT McInerney was released from his civilian role, as the
assistant director of Military Personnel Policy Department, to
deploy to Bamian, Afghanistan from December 2005 to April
2006 as the S9 Finance Officer.
CDRE Bruce Pepperell, AC Personnel, presented CAPT
McInerney with his NZGSM. He told those gathered that he had
no hesitation in releasing him for the deployment. “If we are
telling civilian employers that they need to release their troops
to deploy, then we need to set an example and release our
personnel.” He said that although they lost CAPT McInerney
for six months, they got a lot of value out of him deploying.
CAPT McInerney agrees. As the Territorial Force career
manager, he says the deployment was a valuable experience
and an opportunity he couldn’t turn down. “Deployment also
gave me the opportunity to work with other services, and
that feeds back into the policy development – so it was a
double bonus.”
In Bamian, his duties included financial responsibilities,
and acting as point of contact for locals reporting to the main
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2/1 RNZIR medals parade
CDRE Bruce Pepperell presents CAPT McInerney with his
NZGSM (Afghanistan)
gate of the compound, seeking humanitarian aid or assistance
within their villages. CAPT McInerney would investigate these
requests, and liaise with command or specialist officers, and
where warranted, would arrange aid.
CAPT McInerney also participated in patrols, carried out
investigations into missing equipment and assisting the
chaplain with English lessons for the locals.
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SEEKING A NEW DIRECTION?
If you are looking for a change in your career, these are just
some of the options available to you within Army. Most are
permanent; others are short-term.
For additional information on the Internal Trades Open
Day, contact SSGT Johnny Rogers, CRR, 06 357 2936 or 027
280 2145.
WO2 Taramai presented with his 20-year RNZIR certificate
One hundred and three medals
were presented to personnel who
were posted to Afghanistan and the
Solomon Islands. The reviewing officer
was 2nd/1st Battalion’s Honorary
Colonel (Rtd) Comer, RNZIR.
Corporal Nui was presented his Long
Service and Good Conduct Medal and
WO2 Taramai was presented his 20year RNZIR Certificate.
NEW DATE AND PLACE
When:
Where:
Time:
25 October 2006
Linton Gym
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Windswept Wanganui Waterhouse
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SGT John Jessop and LC Anthony Wheeler at the head of the stretcher during the
transportation exercise
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Members of 5 WWCT effecting a rescue from the bunker
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Members of RAP 2/1 Battalion take part in the transportation exercise
(L-R) LC Anthony Wheeler, LC Chris Shimmin, LC Jessica Simpson, SGT John
Jessop, Karen Angove (Frontier Medical) and BRIG Anne Campbell. Front: (L-R) LC
Michelle Moroney and LC Carl Gray
Transportation stand prize awarded by LT COL Oiroa Kaihau won by 2 HST Linton
TEAM
TOTAL SCORE
TEAM TEST SCORE
RAP 2/1 BN
727
227
RNZAF WHENUAPAI
592
176
2 HST (LTN ONE)
590
169
1 HST (AKL)
555
131
3 HST (CHCH)
542
162
RNZN ONE
533
176
3 HST (DN ONE)
489
153
3 HST (DN TWO)
486
125
2 HST (LTN TWO)
463
121
HESC (WAI TWO)
445
115
5 WWCT REGT
437
106
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LC Carl Gray and LC Anthony Wheeler of RAP 2/1 carry one
of the casualties from the bunker
BRIG Anne Campbell presenting the Bremner Trophy to
Leading Medic Rochelle Zwart of the Northern Yard Sickbay
RNZNC Prize for Academic Ability
Highest individual score in the written test
Winner: SGT John Jessop (RAP 2/1) with a score of 53/60
Runner-up: LCPL Carl Gray (RAP 2/1)
Second runner-up (equal): LCPL Nerissa Chapman (3 HST DN)
and CPL Claire Beauvais (RNZAF Whenuapai)
Transportation Stand
Winner: 2 HST (LTN TWO)
Runner-up: HESC 2
Second runner-up: RAP 2/1
Grigg Memorial Trophy for highest team score in CPR exercise
Winner: 1 HST (AKL)
Runner-up: RAP 2/1
Second runner-up: RNZN One
Runners-up in the annual Waterhouse Trophy last year, RAP
2/1 from Burnham, took out the honours this year, almost making
it a clean sweep with top scores in four of the six tests.
The competition ran from September 8-10 and attracted 14
teams: 11 Army, two Navy and one Air Force.
Held at Landguards Bluff near Wanganui, competitors took part
in six timed tests: a transportation exercise, a written test, a pairs
test with a murder/suicide attempt and a car crash, a bombing
of the airport control tower, a CPR exercise and an attack on a
bunker with multiple casualties. Just to make the last exercise
interesting, it was staged in a partially flooded pitch-dark bunker
home to a couple of rotting sheep intestines!
RAP 2/1 ended the day with 727 points, RNZAF Whenuapai was
second with 592 and 2 HST (LNT ONE) third with 590. Sergeant
John Jessop of RAP 2/1 took out both the MedXus Leadership
Trophy for the most effective team leader and the RNZNC Prize for
Academic Ability for the highest score in the written test.
“It’s amazing, words really can’t describe it. The team did
really well and they worked very hard to achieve what they got
today”, said SGT Jessop.
He said several team members had been involved in predeployment training of other medics prior to the event so their
success was even more satisfying.
Captain Andrew Brooks said the day went really fast despite the
steady rain and biting southerly that hit Wanganui at midday.
“We actually finished a bit ahead of time and the overall
standard was an improvement on last year. There was obviously
one very clear winner: RAP 2/1 showed good team leadership,
experience and teamwork. They were very consistent
and focused.”
CAPT Brooks said he was pleasantly surprised that the sole Air
Force team did better than anticipated, coming second overall in
the competition and second equal in the teams test.
The annual tri-service Waterhouse Trophy originated during
WWII and was competed for in Wellington between 13 field
ambulance sub-units. Since then it has expanded to include
all first aid qualified personnel, and not just medical units. It is
now the premier medical inter-service challenge with a series of
events designed to test the emergency skills of both teams and
individuals. The competition is based on “pure” first aid, but
with a military slant.
The scenarios vary from year to year to get the competitors
thinking on their feet and provide many unexpected and
challenging twists. Leadership, teamwork and the ability to think
and act quickly are key points in successful team strategies.
Judges allocate marks, with trophies being awarded along with
prizes to the highest scoring teams in each exercise.
The Waterhouse Trophy had fantastic support this year from
sponsors MedXus (NZ), Laerdal NZ, Frontier Medical NZ and Zoll
Medical (NZ). All up, the prizes were worth over $8,000 and
included stethoscopes, resuscitation mannequins, first aid kits
and medical training software.
Also at the prize-giving, the Navy’s North Yard Sickbay was
awarded the Bremner Trophy for the most efficient/effective
defence medical unit, and Corporal Sarah Millar (1 HST AKL)
received the Brigadier Le Page Trophy for Academic Excellence
in the Dip Mil Med. (The winner of the Kiddman Memorial Trophy
was not announced as the recipient was not in attendance.) WO1
Andrew Boykett and CAPT Andrew Brooks both received their 20year parchments from Regimental Colonel Julie Leighton.
Reported by Faye Lougher
Brigadier McMahon Cup for highest team score in the pairs tests
Winner: RAP 2/1
Runner-up: RNZAF Whenuapai
Second runner-up: 3 HST (CHCH)
Gordon Watt Cup – awarded to the team with the highest overall
score across the two team tests
Winner: RAP 2/1
Runners-up (equal): RNZN (ONE) and RNZAF Whenuapai
Second runner-up: 2 HST (LTN ONE)
MedXus Leadership Plate awarded to the most effective team
leader of the day.
Winner: SGT John Jessop, RAP 2/1
Runner-up: LMA Natasha Gill, RNZN (ONE)
Second runner-up: CPL Claire Beauvais (RNZAF Whenuapai)
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Band storms the
SERVING NEW ZEALAND LOYALLY AND HONOURABLY
The New Zealand Army Band has recently
returned from performing at the 57th Edinburgh
Military Tattoo in Scotland. The tattoo, which is
performed against the backdrop of Edinburgh
Castle, ran from 4 to 26 August and also featured
performers from Australia, Chile, Switzerland,
South Africa and the United Kingdom.
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The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which is set up
and run for charitable purposes, is considered to
be Scotland’s most prestigious and internationally renowned tourist event. It was therefore an
honour and privilege for the New Zealand Army
Band to be invited to perform. The band’s only
previous performance at the Edinburgh Tattoo
was in 2002 for the Queen’s Golden Jubilee
Tattoo, and it also performed when the Edinburgh
Military Tattoo appeared in Wellington in 2000
and Sydney in 2005.
2006 marked the eighth successive sold-out
season for the tattoo, with tickets being sold
out in February – the fastest ever sell-out in the
event’s history. During the course of the tattoo’s
24-performance run, the band performed live to
220,000 people, and television coverage of the
show is expected to broadcast to an estimated
130-million people worldwide.
In addition to participating in the tattoo, the
band performed at the Edinburgh Jazz and Blues
Festival, and took part in the Edinburgh Festivals’
Cavalcade, the Tattoo street parade in Glasgow,
and mini tattoos in Glasgow, Edinburgh and the
Dewar’s Whisky Distillery in Aberfeldy.
The New Zealand Army Band is renowned for
being innovative and using humour in its performances. Testament to this was the band being
introduced at each performance of the tattoo as
“one of the most innovative military bands in the
world”. The band did not disappoint; the performance put together for the tattoo included ballet
and Highland fling segments, a haka, and tributes to James Bond and Austin Powers.
An overwhelming response was received
from the crowd, and the general consensus was
that the New Zealand Army Band was one of
the top acts in the tattoo. Many complimentary
comments have been received (see quotes).
A highlight for some band members during
the tattoo was being able to meet celebrities who
came to watch the tattoo. After each performance
of the tattoo a few members of the band were
able to attend a VIP reception where they were
able to meet celebrities such as Hayley Mills,
Max Bygraves and Sir Sean Connery. LCPL Mike
Chesnutt took the opportunity to meet Sir Sean ,
commenting , "It was a truly amazing experience
to meet the actor that I admire most and who will
always be my favourite James Bond"
During the course of the tattoo, Her Royal
Highness Princess Anne, the Princess Royal,
and His Royal Highness Prince Edward, the Earl
of Wessex, attended as reviewing officers. The
Band’s Director of Music, Major Leanne Smith,
and Drum Major, Staff Sergeant Tristan Mitchell,
were included in the line-ups to meet both.
In between performances, the band was able
to enjoy some of the local attractions. Of particular note was a visit to the aircraft carrier, HMS
Ark Royal. The band was accommodated at HMS
Caledonia, the Royal Marines base at Rosyth, just
outside Edinburgh. HMS Ark Royal is currently at
HMS Caledonia undergoing refurbishment, and
the band was fortunate enough to be invited to
have a guided tour of the vessel.
The band is now back in Burnham Camp
preparing to perform in Australia at the Perth
Royal Show, which is being held 30 September–
7 October.
Contributed by MAJ Julie Richardson
“... one of the most entertaining acts was
nice silver band music and some rather a
young soldiers trying a pas de deux to so
when you would have been proud to tell
A. Preview performance
B. The Band participating in the
Edinburgh Festivals’ Cavalcade
C. The NZAB performs the haka
D. The NZAB performs James Bond
E. The NZAB performing at the Tattoo
F. The NZAB onboard HMS Ark Royal
G.LCPL Mike Chesnutt was thrilled to
meet Sir Sean Connery at a reception
following a performance of the
Edinburgh Military Tattoo
H.MAJ Leanne Smith, and Drum
Major, SSGT Tristan Mitchell, meet
His Royal Highness Prince Edward,
The Earl of Wessex, following a
performance of the Edinburgh
Military Tattoo
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“The NZ band were absolutely terrific
and without doubt stole the show!”
E
s the NZ Army Band which delighted the crowds with
amusing dance steps. To see a few largish and not too
ome Tchaikovsky music was great! One of those nights
folk that you are a Kiwi!”
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“Their performance was a
model of invention, virtuosity,
timing, skill, amusement and
entertainment. The performance
was, without doubt, one of the
most thoroughly entertaining I
have seen at a military tattoo.
The Band members are wonderful
ambassadors for your country.”
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COURAGE, COMMITMENT, COMRADESHIP AND INTEGRITY
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Bravo, Bravo!
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When Linton Military Camp
took delivery of four new 4CXM
JCB backhoe loaders at the end
of August, a technical director
from JCB UK was surprised to
see a model released in 1988
still being put through its paces.
JCB UK’s Mark Neal said it
was a testament to the Army
and to the manufacturer that it
had been used and maintained
for 18 years and was still
Sapper Kori Cooper gets to grips with one of the
going strong.
new JCB backhoes
The new multi-purpose 4CXM
loaders are specially modified for military use, with a lower roof to allow them to
be loaded into a C130 Hercules. They come with a number of features, including a
hydraulic quick-hitch so the shovel can be removed and forks put on. The loaders
have two-wheel steer, four-wheel steer and also crab steer so they can move
sideways. They come fitted with a compressor, a jumpstart mechanism and also a
fuel siphon so they can be filled from another vehicle in the field if necessary.
The loaders will be used for a variety of excavation work within the Army,
including trench digging, clearing transport routes and preparing the ground for
setting up command posts.
Lieutenant Colonel Phil Morrison said the older backhoe loaders were used in
Afghanistan and East Timor, and part of the NZDF long-term plan was to make
additional purchases over the next few years.
JCB’s local distributor, Landpower New Zealand, held a training session at the
camp to familiarise Army engineers with the running and servicing requirements
of the loaders. The 4CXM models were modified at the JCB factory in Britain before
being shipped to New Zealand.
(In case you think diesel engines are slow and cumbersome: an extensively
tweaked version of the same engine that powers JCB’s backhoe loaders has just
set a world land speed record at Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, USA. Last month
RAF Wing Commander Andy Green drove JCB’s Dieselmax at an amazing 563kph,
setting a new record for a diesel-powered car.)
Reported by Faye Lougher
The Tug ‘O’ War champions: Bravo Company, 2/1 RNZIR
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Hi-tech loaders
The Corporal Team pull the NZLAV 50 metres in 39 seconds
The Command Trophy for Tug ‘O’ War was
recently held at the Queen Alexandra Mounted
Rifles NZLAV hangers.
The nine teams in the competition were all
made up from units within Burnham Camp. 3
Workshop Company had two teams, the Tuggers
and the Tugging teams; 3 Transport Company
were the Truckies; 3 Logistics Battalion fielded
the 3 Supply team; and 3 Signal Squadron
fielded Team Jimmy.
MTC Sizzle was made up from BAC, MTC, HQ
3 LFG and MSI. 2/1 RNZIR fielded three teams:
Logistics Company One, Support Company
Manpaste, and Bravo Company.
In addition to the round-robin Tug ‘O’ War
competition, there was a Novelty Tug ‘O’ War
competition where the teams – Privates,
Corporals, Senior Non-Commissioned Officers
and Officers/Warrant Officers – pulled a LAV
50 metres. The Corporals and Officers pulled
the LAV in 39 seconds, beating the Privates (48
seconds) and the WOs/SNCOs (53 seconds).
After much heaving, the winner of the Tug ‘O’
War competition was Bravo Company, 2/1 RNZIR.
Second place went to 3 Workshop Company’s
Tuggers, and third place went to 3 Transport
Company’s Truckies.
The competition was also a training event for
students halfway through the Assistant Physical
Training Instructor’s course.
Reported by Alison Comrie
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L-R: MPF Mike Tait, Russell Brokenshire (JCB district manager), Mark Neal (technical
instructor, JCB UK) and SSGT Manga Patuawa with 2 new backhoe loaders
Interested in a
posting
Looking for a change or new challenge?
Enjoy meeting people from all walks of life?
Want to increase your skills?
Army Recruiting allows you to really make a difference to the NZ
Army. Although the role involves hard work, long hours and time
away on the road, it is worth it for the gains, such as a large degree
of autonomy, the ability to represent our organisation to the public
and the opportunity to make an impact on the future NZ Army.
Recruiting vacancies exist for sergeants and staff sergeants in
the main centres throughout New Zealand and, in particular, in
New Plymouth.
A rewarding opportunity for a SNCO or senior corporal cleared
for promotion.
If interested contact WO1 Steve Bougen (Army Rec WO),
04-496 6217 or 027-249 1671, and follow up by submitting
an AFNZ 49 (posting preference) through
your chain of command.
Transport Coy truckies get ready for war
Helping save lives
A person’s chance of surviving a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)
– which claims 8,000 New Zealand lives a year – decreases by
10 percent every minute defibrillation is delayed.
Although CPR can buy the patient some time by providing
blood flow to vital organs, the best way to lower deaths from
SCA is for local people to be able to use a defibrillator within
the first few crucial minutes.
MidCentral District Health Board (MCDHB) officially launched
the Community Defibrillator Project in August. The project will
see 20 Zoll defibrillators placed around the greater Manawatu
community, including Linton Golf Course. A comprehensive
training programme will also be run for those people likely to
use the defibrillators.
This is the first time in New Zealand that a project like this
has been undertaken by a district health board. It is a community initiative that the New Zealand Defence Force and, in
particular, 2 HSB (NZ) is keen to support.
2 HSB (NZ) nurses, who have a close working relationship
with MidCentral DHB, will assist the hospital’s resuscitation
officer, Steve Jenkins, with training those who may use the
defibrillators.
Brigadier Anne Campbell, who attended the launch, was
recognised for the NZDF’s interest and support in the project.
Also attending were MAJ Lee Griffiths, CAPT Shaun Fitzell,
CAPT Simon Ainsworth and LT Mike Nash, who will be the key
instructors from 2 HSB (NZ) participating in the project.
Contributed by CAPT Shaun Fitzell
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to New Plymouth?
BRIG Anne Campbell and Fire Officer Smith observes a
demonstration of the Zoll Defibrillator by Steve Jenkins,
resuscitation officer
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One very long day
CO LT COL Warren Banks presenting the past CO LT
COL Jon Dick with his illuminated history
4. Act as primary instructor on a third basic course,
supervised by a Todd Group staff member. During the second
and third courses, you will undertake advanced training in CQB
techniques, and be involved in developing ideas for unit-based
continuation training.
At the conclusion of the third basic course, if you receive an
A grade you will be deemed competent and will be qualified to
run basic CQB courses for Army.
CQB instructors have a vital role to play in the development
of the Army’s CQB training regime, and will be responsible for
the training of our officers and soldiers for years to come.
The Army requires soldiers and officers country-wide to
undertake a rigorous training programme to see if they have
the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to teach CQB.
We need the best to teach the lethal skill of CQB, from
identifying threats to fighting hand to hand with an entrenching
tool. Important to the CQB instructor “corps” is maturity and
military experience, in order to impart skill and enhance
student judgement.
Training includes (refer flowchart):
1. Pass a basic CQB course with an A grade;
2. Gain your CO’s and a psych’s recommendation;
3. Understudy and assist a Todd Group instructor on a second
basic course, receiving instruction on additional techniques;
The annual exercise marked the
culmination of some three months of
solid planning by Staff Sergeant Digger
Kirikiri, Training Warrant Officer of 2
LFG. “Throughout I have had invaluable
input from every training warrant officer
and training cell of all units in the
Formation”, said SSGT Kirikiri. “They’ve
all had specific tasks from detailed
planning of activities to liaising with
various local authorities.”
He said Longest Day was designed
particularly to test junior leaders at all
levels in how they run and deal with the
cohesiveness of their sections.
“It is not only an opportunity to
gauge the level of soldier skills within
2 LFG but a great opportunity to pick the
leader who stands out under pressure.
And that really shows when everyone is
tired out.”
The winning team was Victor Coy,
1 RNZIR. It will represent 2 LFG at
Cambrian Patrol, a similar exercise to
Longest Day, being hosted in Britain
later this year.
Reported by Gary Parkes
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Thinking on very tired feet was
possibly the hardest part of the exercise
for 2 LFG officers and soldiers engaged
in the Longest Day last month.
Participating were 17 teams, a mix
of Regular Force and Territorial Force
of about 10 personnel each. Their brief
was to maintain over 72 hours on the
go, confronted by mentally challenging
tasks as they went.
It began with a 10.8km timed walk in
full marching order. Then it was straight
in to some more footwork, with day and
night navigation tests in close country,
ending with a 19km traverse of a portion
of the Tararua Ranges between Linton
and the Mangahao power station dams.
En route the teams were confronted with
a range of military scenarios, including
an observation lane. And at the end of
the trek it was into the No 3 Tokomaru
Dam for a flotation exercise in an
estimated 4-degree water temperature.
Following a brief rest, the teams
returned to Linton for more continuous
physical and mental activity – including
yet more confrontation with cold water.
Honorary Colonel, COL Chris McGuire (obscured)
passing the Regimental Colour to LT COL Warren
Banks during the handover ceremony.
We need the best: Become a CQB instructor
Are you interested in becoming a close-quarter
battle instructor?
Do you want the challenge of teaching people how
to be better and more effective soldiers?
Tired but generally chirpy, a patrol of 3 Auck North Bn Gp nears the end of a 19km
march over Burden’s Track in the Tararua Ranges
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officers who were killed in the Battle of Gate Pa.
During the parade, LT COL Dick, the past
commanding officer, passed the regimental colour to
the honorary colonel, COL Chris McGuire, who then
– having determined LT COL Banks was prepared
to carry the colours onward for the next four years
– passed the colours over. At the dinner that evening,
LT COL Dick and WO1 Ellis were farewelled from
the battalion.
Although the local Iwi had initial reservations
about the battalion parading on the grounds at Elms,
following discussions, the battalion and Iwi found
common interests, and permission was granted. The
battalion was delighted to be permitted to parade
on the Elms and honour the historically
significant event.
Contributed by LT COL Warren Banks
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The 1864 Battle of Gate Pa was commemorated by
6 Hauraki Battalion Group in August.
The battle was fought during the New Zealand Wars
of the 19th century. Gate Pa was a major defeat for the
British at the hands of an outnumbered Maori – a
force of some 1,700 British soldiers and sailors were
defeated by 200 Maori.
Colonel Alan Coster, past honorary colonel and
commanding officer of the Haurakis, presented the
historical review of the battle, which was fought in
what is now the Greerton area of Tauranga. A TEWT
(tactical exercise without troops) was held the next
day for the officers.
The battalion also held a change of command
parade in the grounds of the Elms. One-hundredand-forty-two years ago, the Elms was the venue of
the final dinner for Reverend Brown and the 12 or so
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Honouring Tauranga’s history
Are you up for it?
If so, contact your local gym or S3 branch to identify the next
opportunity to have a go.
Course dates:
Waiouru: 18–22 September
Burnham: 25–29 September
Army CQB instructor progression
Attendance on a CQB Basic
Course as a student
qualified with A Grade?
Module A
No
Yes
CO's recommendation
(SNCO)
No
(1)
Yes
No
Psych tested recommended?
Yes(2)
Module B
Yes
Attend CQB Basic as assistant
instructor to TODD Group Primary
A
grade
No
B
grade
Module C
(3)
Attend CQB Basic as
instructor under assesment
A
grade
B
grade
Qualified
as an assistant
Instructor
Qualified as an Instructor
Basic CQB
Yes(2)
Signaller Hayden Nelson, of 2 Signals
Squadron, getting back into dry gear
SPR BT Smith, of 2 Field Squadron,
provides hot drinks from his chuffer
(4)
No
completed
refresher training
within 24 months?
An instructor is now qualified
to run an Army Basic CQB
course for up to 14 students
An assistant instructor may try
and re-qualify as an instructor
through the same process.
Additionally, an assistant
instructor must maintain 24
month currency
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COURAGE, COMMITMENT, COMRADESHIP AND INTEGRITY
Commemorating
British-Kiwi bonds
Artist's impression of the London memorial
"This memorial commemorates the enduring bonds
between New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and our
shared sacrifice during times of war. It is a symbol both of
our common heritage, and of New Zealand’s distinct national
identity” – dedication text on the memorial.
For the first time in many decades, the New Zealand
Defence Force will parade in central London.
In early November, a contingent of about 300 people
will travel to London to take part in the official dedication
ceremony for a New Zealand Memorial. The ceremony will take
place on 11 November, Armistice Day, and will be broadcast
on New Zealand television.
The New Zealand Memorial in London commemorates
the long relationship between New Zealand and the United
Kingdom, including the shared sacrifice of the two countries
at war and close family, historical, cultural, sporting and
economic ties.
The New Zealand Memorial will stand in a prominent
position at London’s Hyde Park Corner, diagonally opposite
the Australian War Memorial. Consisting of 16 bronze
standards – each representing a component of the special
bond shared by the two countries – it will serve as a place for
New Zealanders to express their national pride and identity
when in London.
Chief of Defence Force, Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae,
will lead the NZDF contingent travelling to London. The
contingent includes the Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal
Graham Lintott, a ceremonial Royal Guard of Honour, a
cultural group and a Defence band. Members of Parliament,
officials, members of the New Zealand Returned and Services
Association (RSA) and 32 selected veterans will also make
up the New Zealand contingent, which will be transported to
London in two Air Force 757s.
The dedication ceremony is likely to be the biggest event in
London on Armistice Day and will be attended by thousands
of New Zealanders and Brits. The ceremony will also mark the
closing of the New Zealand Year of the Veteran campaign, and
the 90th anniversary of the RSA.
Paid for by the New Zealand Government, the $NZ3-million
memorial was created by Dibble Art and Athfield Architects.
The 16 bronze sculptures are set out in formation across a grassy
slope overlooking Hyde Park corner. They feature words and
images that evoke the themes of the memorial: New Zealand
national identity, the long relationship with Britain, and our
shared wars.
The sculptor of the memorial is Paul Dibble. His wife
and assistant, Fran Dibble, says the individual standards
are “made to stand in semi-grid formation, calling to mind
soldiers in procession, Pouwhenua markers around Maori
ancestoral sites, or Celtic remains like standing stones. The
forward-leaning angle of the standards gives them a defiant
pose reminiscent of warriors during the haka, the defensive
bat in cricket, and the barrel of a shoulder gun.” The placing
and attitude of the sculptures, therefore, evokes themes of
the military, New Zealand, and the British links.
Each standard is formed from two intersecting plates
of bronze, which are cut at a diagonal plane at the top.
“From afar, they appear like a series of crosses hanging in
the air with some of the atmosphere of the soldiers’ mass
ceremonies”, says Fran Dibble.
The memorial is composed of two overlapping
formations. Ten standards form a diamond-shaped grid, with
a "leader" standing in front of the lower point. This leader
will be the site for the laying of official wreaths.
The other six standards are positioned beyond the
main group and are arranged to form the Southern Cross
constellation. At night, their tops are illuminated so that
the crosses appear like the southern stars, indicating the
compass direction south – and pointing the way home
for Kiwis.
The structures left Paul Dibble’s Palmerston North
studio on the Queen’s Birthday bound for London. Their
long journey by ship follows the Maori Battalion’s 1940
march to WWII. The men of the battalion were trained in
the Palmerston North showgrounds, before embarking for
London. Once there, they camped in Hyde Park with other
Kiwi troops before advancing to the battlefields.
“It seemed an incredible coincidence that this memorial
is following the same steps as those soldiers 66 years
ago”, says Fran Dibble. So one standard includes a tribute
to Palmerston North in text from a contemporary report of
the battalion’s departure: “Dressed in their greatcoats and
lemon-squeezer hats, with officers carrying side-arms and
the remainder of the battalion carrying rifles, they looked
impressive as they marched for the last time before the
citizens of Palmerston North.”
NZ and fern on a bronze standard
Text on standard by New Zealand poet William Pember Reeves
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Strengthening relationships
KS06’s key aims:
+ Develop
a
close
working
relationship between NZDF and SAF
personnel;
+ Participate in a divisional-level
tactical command post exercise in
a conventional war fighting setting,
allowing for full staff planning;
+ Participate in planning for a
transition to peace support operations,
drawing heavily from NZDF experiences
over the last decade.
MAJ JJ Smith lays a wreath at the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery, Kranji
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The contingent was hosted by BRIG
GEN Tan, the commander of the 3rd
SAF Combined Arms Division. Our
sister brigade for the exercise was
National Service Brigade 5 SAF Brigade,
commandeered by COL Ho.
It was encouraging to see the genuine
constructive professional relationships
form between HQs and LOWCON staff
throughout the exercise. This was
underscored by the cross attachment of
New Zealand and SAF between brigades.
It was clear from the outset that the
SAF values its relationship with NZDF,
including the Kiwi Spirit and Lion Spirit
exercise programme.
The exercise allowed the New Zealand
Brigade HQ to conduct a full brigade
planning process within a conventional
war fighting scenario. This allowed us to
“play” with the huge potential offered by
the New Zealand cavalry concept.
As the exercise progressed, it was clear
that the NZLAV's combination of mobility,
protection and firepower – if employed
aggressively – generates tempo that the
enemy (and in some cases EXCON) finds
difficult to counter. Other key lessons
included the vulnerability of our logistics
support in dispersed operations, the
robust effectiveness of our planning
process and procedures (when followed),
and the value of contingency planning.
The second phase of the exercise
saw a change in focus to peace support
operations, which SAF focused its
training on. The attachment of an NZDF
officer to assist the SAF planning process
and the presentation of the New Zealand
Brigade plan (based on our sometimes
hard-won experiences) had some
impact on the SAF planners. From later
discussions, it is clear that exposure to
the complexities and subtleties of peace
support operations were a watershed for
many of our SAF counterparts.
The exercise was a valuable
opportunity for the HQ (and attachments)
to get away from the distractions of New
Zealand for a few weeks, and think about
our core business: war fighting. The
exercise was deemed to have met its
key training objectives and the key aim:
engagement with our hosts.
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The exercise is part of NZDF’s
reciprocal, bi-annual arrangement with
the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). This
year, HQ 2 LFG led a contingent of 73
NZDF personnel to Singapore.
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Exercise Kiwi Spirit (KS06) makes a vital contribution to the relationship between New Zealand and one of its key
regional defence partners – the Republic of Singapore
Above: COL Lofty Hayward and
COL Ho Koke Loke exchange
plaques
The Kiwi contingent visits the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery, Kranji, where
500,000 SE Asian Campaign Commonwealth dead are buried
As usual the SAF were excellent hosts
– the food was excellent! For a ringing
endorsement of the quality of the food,
one should look no further than the
effort of an unnamed WO2 who managed
to down 48 satay sticks “They were
only small ones…”. The Guinness World
Records and the medical officer have
been contacted.
The National Day Parade was very
impressive and saw the entire nation
focused on observing the anniversary
of Singapore’s independence. The
impressive level of heartfelt patriotism
was clear to the Kiwis watching
the parade.
After hours, the contingent experienced
the superb blend of Asian cuisine and
extensive range of merchandise available
for purchase. Many New Zealand families
no doubt experienced a “mid-winter
Christmas” when the contingent returned
to New Zealand. The Boeing 757 must
have been at maximum weight on lift off
from Singapore, with more than one of
those on board wondering if they would
regret that last-minute bargain from
Johore Bahru.
Despite
the
normal
friction
experienced in the running of a major
exercise programme activity, Kiwi Spirit
2006 met its aims.
NZDF participants were impressed
with their exposure to the SAF and
Singapore. The SAF participants enjoyed
meeting and working with their Kiwi
counterparts and are looking forward to
visiting Burnham for Ex Lion Spirit.
Contributed by MAJ John Harvey
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Below: MAJ Liau briefs the LCC,
BRIG Gibbons
The contingent was quartered at
Pasir Laba Camp at the western tip
of Singapore (a $16.00 taxi ride to
Orchard Road).
Pair Laba is home to the SAF Wargaming
Centre, which hosted this exercise. The
centre is very impressive, and it can
exercise multi-brigade organisations
within a divisional setting. The centre is
equipped with a networked simulation
system, similar to our own Janus system.
In addition, the exercise introduced the
New Zealand Brigade to the SAF Common
Operating Picture (COP), which provides
a similar planning capability to the
NZDF Future Joint Command and Control
System (JCCS).
2 LFG personnel, supplemented by
NZDF personnel, were exposed to the
equipment and structures of the SAF in
a series of lectures and static equipment
displays. This highlighted the impressive
size and capability of the SAF, and
the challenges of the National Service
system. In return, the New Zealand
contingent was able to provide insights
into the realities and hard lessons learnt
from the NZDF’s commitment to peace
support operations, which was of great
interest to the SAF.
Beyond this, the deployment and
exercise enabled the contingent to
participate in Singapore’s National
Day celebrations in early August, take
a battlefield tour of the WWII fall of
Singapore sites of interest, and visit the
Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery
at Kranji. The contingent also visited a
factory that produces much of the SAF’s
major equipments (“Kinetics”).
Big day out
The 4th Otago Southland Battalion Group converged
on Northern Southland’s Acton Valley recently for a
major live fire exercise.
Battalion spokesperson Staff Sergeant Wayne
Nepia says soldiers from the regions used Ex Big Day
Out in the isolated location, to practice a range of
skills.
Arriving in extremely wet and windy conditions
during the evening, soldiers spent the next 36 hours
on a range of weapon handling skills, practicing
patrolling procedures and other peace keeping and
combat-related drills.
The unit cadre staffs were impressed with
the proficiency of the soldiers and the ongoing
improvement made in the recent months.
As well as section assaults with both blank and live
ammunition, soldiers conducted reaction shooting at
night using white light.
SSGT Mike Guise (far right) and SGT Shaun Cassidy explain the skills required in accurate
reactive shooting
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Don’t allow someone to
emotionally manipulate you. Or
emotionally cripple you. That’s
what your parents are for.
Your concept for a nonlethal artillery-scale taser that
can render a thousand enemy
personnel immobile more than
10 kilometres away, while simultaneously plunging Auckland into
darkness each time its used,
appeals for all kinds of reasons.
Someone you thought you
could trust may be leading you
down the garden path. The
garden path with the cliff at
the bottom and the big pointy
sticks down below it tipped
with poisons from deadly South
American spiders. They may not
be meaning you any harm, but
then again it does all look a bit
suspicious …
April 21 to May 21
PISCES
CANCER
Someone you are close to will
be emotionally difficult to deal
with. Turn the stereo up louder
and then mouth obscenities at
them. Unless they’re a lip reader
you should be right. If just a bit
less than grown up about the
whole thing..
Enjoy moving in a new direction instead of worrying about
the outcome. Unless the direction is freefall. It’s fun while it
lasts, but it never lasts for too
long.
GEMINI
May 22 to June 21
Temptation will be your downfall. Make the right choice. Like
you have all those other times.
June 22 to July 23
Feb 20 to Mar 20
LEO
July 24 to Aug 23
ARIES
Mar 21 to April 20
Not many people display the
calm resolve that you do when
in a tricky situation. Then again
not many people have the ability
to watch whole re-runs of Scrubs
in your head when the stress
levels get too high. As coping
behaviour goes, it’s better than
Coro St repeats.
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Being stubborn will not get
you anywhere. Well, it got you to
where you are today, but is that
where you really want to be?
VIRGO
Aug 24 to Sept 23
Someone will be trying to
change your mind about something or someone. If the persuasion involves 500 people with a
burning effigy of you hung from
a pole, it might pay to listen to
them. At least until something
else distracts their attention.
Probably in about half an hour.
Sept 24 to Oct 23
SCORPIO
HUBBARD
CARTOON
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Everyone is looking to you for
advice and leadership. They may
regret it later, but in the meantime it is your job to look staunch
and pretend you know what
you’re doing.
CAPRICORN
Dec 21 to Jan 20
This is a great time fix up and
change all those little things that
have been bothering you for such
a long time. All 3057 of them …
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Get involved in a good cause
and see what you can get out
of it. Just because it’s a good
cause, doesn’t mean it can’t be
good for you too.
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13 South American nation
14 Assist
15 Entrance
16 National hymn
18 Plant explosives in the ground
20 Violent or illegal seizure of
power
21 Dingo air (anag)
23 Defended position where a
gun is placed for firing
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22 Anger
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which British unit did he serve at Gallipoli?
3. To whom may the Queen’s Medal be awarded?
4.
How many New Zealand troops landed on 25 April, 1915.
or 5000?
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the name
of the medal awarded to the Army’s
champion shot?
5.
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on motto
Gallipoli?
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of the Corps of Royal New Zealand
Military Police?
6.
How long did the campaign last?
6. Where is the Services Corrective Establishment located?
7.
Soldiers from which countries fought at Gallipoli?
7. Why are pioneers so called?
8.
How many New Zealanders were serving at Gallipoli?
8. Where are rosettes worn?
9.
What were New Zealand’s casualties?
9. Which bird has appeared the most on NZ Army badges?
10.
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Gallipoli?
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COURAGE, COMMITMENT, COMRADESHIP AND INTEGRITY
Enhancing machine
gunning
skills
The Enhanced Basic All Arms Recruit Course 338
has completed extended machine gun training using
the new MAG 58s recently acquired by Army.
Formerly, recruits got only brief training to TOETS
(test of elementary training skills) level with the C9,
their light section machine gun, and were not trained
using the heavier 7.62mm GPMG machine gun.
However, the recruits in the Enhanced Basic
course have had an extra day of range practice on
the C9, qualified to RRL2 (recruit range lesson 2).
This was followed by three days on the new MAG
58, qualifying to RRL2, with accurate grouping and
hitting targets at 300m.
First round – one bullet in breech, about to slam shut
the cover
Recruits have received this training as they are all
likely to come across this weapon during their career
in the Army, especially in its role in convoy protection
and FOP (Forward Operations Post) defence. It is also
used as a company-level infantry weapon, on the
NZLAV as coax and Platt-mount guns, and in 16 Field
Regiment for air defence.
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Recruit Dunbar prepares to fire a 10-round burst
Accurate shooting at 300m
Loading a single 7.62mm round during RRL1
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fast netball. Army won this match
with a one-point win.
The uncertainty over who
would be the eventual winners of
the Women’s Tournament due to
the close pool play stirred much
anticipation. The final promised
to be an exciting match and
spectators were certainly not
disappointed.
The game progressed almost
goal for goal, with some stunning
displays of individual skill and
teamwork by both teams. With
five minutes to go and the score
still locked, not a supporter in
the stadium was still seated. Army vs Police mixed game
Extra time was required to
decide the score at full time, and a two point advantage
Results
needed by one team to win the game. Both teams gave
Women’s
Mixed
their all, with all players on court hunting the ball with
1st: Army
1st: Army
a vengeance.
2nd: Navy
2nd: Blenheim Police
After a goal-for-goal tussle, Army managed to get
3rd: Air Force
3rd: Air Force
one goal ahead with the centre pass off and evade the
gruelling Navy defence to score the winning two-point
The following Army players were also selected in
advantage goal. Final score in extra time: 52–50.
the NZDF teams:
On the final evening, all teams congregated for a
NZDF Women’s Team
Mixed
formal dinner and prize-giving, where both Army teams
Manager: Mrs Pascoe
Manager: MAJ To’ia
were awarded their trophies and NZDF teams were
Miss Paki (captain)
SGT Kerr (captain)
named. Army players awarded individual trophies were
Miss Broughton
LCPL Tua
PTE Summer Gisborne, MVP, PTE Mel Matoe, MIP and in
PTE Gisbourne
LT Whitton
the mixed tournament, 2LT Tui Sheed, MIP.
PTE Matoe
Miss Carlson
Special thanks must go to Air Force Base Woodbourne,
CPL Tuala
PTE Smith
our hosts, and to all others involved in making this
2LT Sheed
tournament a success: umpires, coaches, managers,
LT Starkey
supporters and players.
Army vs Air Force mixed game
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Mixed netball was introduced into the NZDF when
Army, Air, Navy and Blenheim Police met in Woodbourne
for the 2006 Inter-Services Netball Tournament,
recently.
After watching Blenheim Police beat Air in the first
game, Army took the court seeking an early lead in
the tournament. Blenheim Police proved a formidable
opponent, but Army won by a close margin. After Army
beat Air, they achieved their aim, taking the lead in the
tournament.
The second day resulted in Air being defeated by
Army and the Blenheim Police. A win over Army to
Blenheim Police meant Air – believed to be the one to
beat due to their five years’ experience as a team – was
out of the final round.
On day three, Army and Blenheim Police were due
to take to the court in the final; however, the Blenheim
Police defaulted due to work commitments, meaning
Army won the tournament.
An exhibition match was planned to finish off the
tournament. Army took to the court for the exhibition
game determined to prove a point, and finally found
their form against Air, taking an early lead. Air staged
a comeback in the third quarter but Army defence held
fast to win the inaugural Inter-Services Mixed Netball
Tournament.
On day one for the Women’s tournament, Army
stamped their authority with a convincing win over Air.
Navy was next to take the court against Air, and also
clocked up a convincing win. The last game of the day
was a tight match between Army and Navy, which Navy
won 44–37.
Day two for the Women saw Air stage a points
comeback against Army and Navy, but not enough
for a win against either team. Navy versus Army was
another nail-biting game with the closely matched
teams providing spectators with an awesome display of
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Final between Army mixed and Air Force
Mixed teams
the 5th set). The final game for the day was against Shirley
Puma, a very strong and formidable team who accounted
for us 3-0.
At the start of day three the women’s team needed to
win to make the semi-finals; however, against a well-built
Hornby team they went down 3-0 – ensuring a 5th versus
6th tie against Otago University Vikings. For the men’s
team, it was into round two of the competition, with all
points counting towards the championship of Division 2.
They played Shirley Puma’s in a close game, and lost 3-1
in a nail-biter.
In the afternoon the men’s team played the Shirley 2
team, who hadn’t looked close to losing all tournament.
The Defence team came out fighting, taking Shirley all the
way in all three sets, but the strength of Shirley’s hitters
were too much and the team lost 3-0.
On the fourth day, both teams had mixed results.
The women’s team won a well-fought game 3-0 over
Otago University Vikings, to eventually seal 5th place in
Division 2 for 2006.
In their final two games, the Defence men’s team lost in a
tough game against Otago University 3-0, and followed that
up with a loss to the Pioneer 3-0. The results left the them in
the undesirable position of 5th (last) in Division 2.
Overall, the NZDF teams played well. Trying to combine
the three services in a day proved a weakness for both
teams, but it proved to be good experience for the two
young teams, with plenty to develop for 2007.
Most NZDF players are based in the central zone of the
country, and with high level competition before National
Club Championships we can strengthen the combinations on court, work set moves and continue playing some
good ball.
I’d like to thank the chairperson of the NZDF Sports
Committee, Colonel Dave Russell, and the Secretary, Mr
Dave Foley, for their continued support of NZDF Volleyball,
and Commander Philip Simpson for his support at the 2006
NZ National Club Championships Volleyball Tournament.
Contributed by LT Glen Whitton
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The New Zealand Defence Force men’s and women’s
volleyball teams played New Zealand’s best when
they competed at the Volleyball NZ National Club
Championships in Christchurch recently.
Both the men’s and women’s teams played hard
throughout the tournament, but unfortunately couldn’t
match their opposition’s play-making combinations and
tactics, team skill levels on court and all-round experience.
The lead up to the tournament started when the freshfaced NZDF teams congregated in Burnham for a training
camp. This was to introduce minor set moves, practice
hitting, passing and driving and finalise starting line-ups
for the coaches.
The men’s table had two round robins, with the points
in the 2nd round contributing to the winners of Division
2. The women’s table was a single round robin with semifinals and finals for Division 2. All games were played best
of five sets.
The competition started with the men playing a youthful
Shirley 2 team with a couple of big hitters from the 2005
NZ Age Group reps. The first set was very close; however,
Shirley 2 ran away with the win, 3-0.
The men’s second game was against the Otago University
Vikings, who started well and took a two-set advantage.
However, the Defence team rallied together some good
blocking and hitting and came back to even the game
at 2-2.
In the 5th set, the Defence team dominated and won
convincingly 15-7 on points, securing their first win 3-2 at
Nationals. The women’s team played two of the favourite
teams for the Division 2, Scorpions 2 and Scorpions 3. In
both matches, the woman fought well, but lost 3-0.
The second day the women’s team played a very strong
game against Otago University Vikings, beating them 3-1.
They then narrowly lost to Phoenix 3-2.
In the men’s draw, the NZDF team played another fiveset match against Pioneer Black. Five set games are usually
about two hours of volleyball, so we had to rely on the
reserve bench, and unfortunately the team lost 3-2 (15-8 in
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Army all the way
The 2006 Inter Services Rugby Tournament
Player of the Day:
LCPL Aaron James, Army.
Player of the Tournament:
ASCS Steve O’Brien, Navy.
Contributed by Dianne Haworth
Navy fails to stop another try for the Army
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draws crowds of 45,000 people. “That’s our
benchmark.”
Back on the field the Army, ably led by exManawatu tighthead prop Kelly Allan “this time
brothers – here we go!” are defending their line superbly
and holding a 17-0 lead as Navy mount wave on wave of attack. Navy
is unlucky, with nippy halfback POCSS Lance Tahiwi coming close to
scoring and then one of their forwards is held up over the line.
But there are telling signs, according to sideline pundits. “Our big
boys are starting to get on top of them”, grins an Army supporter.
More half-time comment. Army numbers are greatly depleted these
days, says a local. “We used to have five teams here, now we struggle
to put one on the field. This year we had a team in the Wanganui
senior competition and made the semis. We’re there but we’re not
competitive.”
The match re-starts and that man James is back in action, unloading
the ball for his winger to score. In their wake a player is left prone on
the ground, but this place is no haven for molly coddlers. “Get up
man!” comes the crisp order from the sidelines.
They’re outgunned, but gutsy Navy refuse to lie down and
have the satisfaction of scoring the next try. Army hit back and
back – six tries in all – but in the dying minutes Navy have
the satisfaction of the last word with a converted try from
an intercept, to make the final score 51-15.
The King George Cup returns to the Army’s trophy
cupboard while on the field a beaming MAJ GEN
Gardiner congratulates his team. “You
played hard, uncompromising
rugby and your defence was
superb. Well done. Well
played.”
At the tournament’s
conclusion an NZDF team
was
announced
for
the inaugural Pacific
tournament being held
in Australia in midSeptember.
Running down wing
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Snow-covered mountains to the right, tussock hills to the left
– Waiouru Army Training camp in the central North Island this year’s
venue for the annual, keenly-contested Inter-Services Rugby Tournament
between the New Zealand Army, Navy and Air Force. At stake is the King
George Cup, first presented by King George V to Captain Ryan of the NZ
Army in 1919.
Somehow the 87-year-old tradition of pride in the cup spills over,
producing an electric mix of emotion and sense of occasion as we stand
on the sidelines to watch the finalists, Army and Navy, battle it out for
King George glory.
Senior officers from the Navy and Air Force are present, while for
the hosts, Chief of Army Major General Lou Gardiner and Brigadier Phil
Gibbons, chairperson of the New Zealand Defence Force Rugby, NZDF
– themselves both former rugby rep players – have driven up from
Wellington to cheer on the troops and stand alongside Colonel Kevin
Burnett who is Commander of the Waiouru Camp and President of the
Army Rugby Committee. There’s also a distinguished visitor from the
south in the huge frame of former All Black, New Zealand selector
and current patron of the NZ Army, SF “Tiny” Hill who once was
a stern staff sergeant at Waiouru.
Army started the proceedings with a rousing haka, then,
as in mortal combat, Army and Navy tear at each other with a
vengeance.
Navy start well with a strong scrum and go on attack, Army soaks
up the pressure, then after eight minutes of play there’s the first of
many dazzling bursts from Army and North Otago rep centre Aaron
James who scythes through the defence to score. His try is converted
by Cody Hall and, within minutes, there’s a repeat performance from
the duo. Army in control.
On the sidelines, BRIG Gibbons is unequivocal
that it’s time for the New Zealand Defence Force
to be brought into rugby’s mainstream. “We
have several guys who can’t represent the
Army today because they’re playing in either
the Air NZ Cup or Heartland Competition.
“We need to position this
tournament
earlier to avoid that clash or have
an NZDF team integrated into a NZRU
competition to lift our profile and get
in the frame. We need to sharpen our
act up.” BRIG Gibbons cites, as an
example, Twickenham, where the
annual British Army vs Navy match
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Dedicated Army support
Results: The first game saw the King George V holders, Army,
play Air Force. The game was played at pace which eventually
saw Army survive an Air Force onslaught of attacks in the final
10 minutes of the game to win. Army 13 – Air Force 7
Day two of the tournament saw Air Force refocus to take
on Navy. Navy excelled in the first 10 minutes to move ahead
10 – nil with good movement of the ball, solid support on
attack and aggressive defence. However, Air Force remained
composed and confident to eventually win the game, Air Force
15 – Navy 14 in an exciting and entertaining game.
Army spins the ball wide
Army played Navy on the last day of the tournament. Given
the past two days of competition, this game was built up to be a
closely contested game with very little between the two teams.
The first 30 minutes of the game remained close, with Navy
pressing hard on the Army try line; however, Army was well
organised and determined to hold Navy off the line. Eventually,
Navy conceded and let Army off the hook to convert a penalty
goal rather than the possible try. From this point of the game,
Army had the measure of Navy and convincingly retained the
King George V Cup winning the game Army 50 – Navy 15
Take a closer look at the New Zealand Army and you’ll find over 30 exciting careers.
From Communications Operator to Fitter and Turner, the opportunities are amazing.
have you got what it takes?
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