Apr 13, 2022
RSA concerned deploying NZDF personnel could be left without support
The RSA’s National President BJ Clark, says he is seeking assurance from the Chief of Defence Force that the NZDF is doing everything it can to support the welfare of those deploying in support of the Ukraine, both now and in the future.
Apr 4, 2022
RSA’s Poppy Appeal introduces New Zealand’s younger veterans
With the words: “The RSA is old, not every veteran that we support is,” the RSA’s Poppy Appeal is officially underway, and this year hopes to raise awareness of New Zealand’s younger veterans while raising much needed funds for support services.
Apr 1, 2022
RSA speaks out on protest at Pukeahu
The RSA was disappointed to learn that anti-mandate protesters were planning to stage their latest round of protest action at the National War Memorial at Pukeahu.
Apr 19, 2021
Samantha Carter – A long day off the Somali Coast
Royal New Zealand Navy Petty Officer Samantha Carter deployed to the Indian Ocean on anti-piracy operations whilst on attachment to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).
Apr 8, 2021
Special meeting called to formalise arrangement between RSA and Timaru Town and Country Club
The future expectations of the South Canterbury RSA's relationship with the Timaru Town and Country Club are to be laid on the table at a special general meeting.
Mar 31, 2021
Annie Buckley MBE ARRC and the Hallway Gong
In the hallway of my house in Wellington hangs a brass gong that was bought in a market in Cairo over 100 years ago.
Feb 5, 2021
Temuka World War II veteran Herb Keen to feature in film
South Canterbury's oldest surviving war veteran has been interviewed for a new film featuring the last living New Zealand and Australian men and women who served in World War II.
Feb 5, 2021
Calling veterans looking to learn new skills
Veterans Affairs' are looking for expressions of interest from New Zealand veterans who want to take part in taster-farming skills courses specifically for veterans.
Jan 13, 2021
A look at the changing tide of the military's workforce and the women creating waves
It's more common than ever to see a woman picking up a belt sander, a fire hose or handpiece.