Jack Passings – January 2026
⚓️BAIGENT, Jack Hern. RNZN, BEM, MBE.Sadly, passed away on 18th January 2026, aged 90 years. Loved brother of Jill, the
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Sly and ubiquitous: a new era of cyber threat
Close your eyes and picture a cyber attack. Does the phrase conjure images of website shutdowns, ransom demands and total
Read MoreS C A M e-Mail Alert
Be aware that scam emails supposedly from Gary Houghton, but not using his email address, are being circulated. The recipients
Read MoreThe Veterans’ Affairs Magazine update
Veteran Affairs advise readers of their magazine the printed version of the Veterans’ Affairs Magazine will cease in April. The
Read MorePolar Star icebreaker marks 50 years in Coast Guard service
USCGC Polar Star icebreaker makes its way toward McMurdo Sound in Antarctica on Jan. 12, 2026, as part of Operation
Read Moreex-RNZN Comms “Pop-up” Luncheon Christchurch
03/02/2026 –Just a further reminder if you want to attend this luncheon on the 23rd Feb. Please notify before the
Read MoreGareth Collett on a career in bomb disposal
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Read MoreThe Download – all the top stories from across the military world at home and abroad
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Read MoreChinese Merchant Ship Sports Electromagnetic Drone Launcher, Vertical Launching Systems
Refer: https://news.usni.org/2026/01/07/chinese-merchant-ship-sports-electromagnetic-drone-launcher-vertical-launching-systems
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