Author: Frank Rands

For many former sailors and members of the New Zealand Defence Force, asbestos exposure was simply accepted as part of

For those members asking about the new badge being worn by sailors, the info is below Formal Badge for Recognition

The Long Lunch, originally established by the late Harvie Graham, is being proudly resurrected. The next Long Lunch will be

On a warm and welcoming afternoon, Friday 19 March 2026, a group of former Royal New Zealand Naval Communicators and

Several communicators and partners gathered in Christchurch and enjoyed a wonderful meal and drink. The gathering was organised by John

Wednesday 18 February 2025YouTube Commentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wem1x5PNcMI Reference: New Zealand Military Veterans – Warrant of Fitness Report by Professor Ron Paterson (March 2018) Ross

If anyone has a copy of ‘Morse Code and Snowflakes’ that they no longer want and is willing to sell.

Opinion piece by Neal Catley, FNZIMIn naval terminology, SUBSUNK refers to a submarine that is submerged and unable to return to

Regret to advise that Christopher David PRECEY, Chief Petty Officer Radio Supervisor C15044, crossed the bar on 18 November 2025.

On Friday, 7 November 202,5, Chuck, beloved husband of Ali, brother of Rod and Craig, proud father of Damien and