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New Zealand Defence Force successfully evacuated a person from Antarctica in a challenging medical emergency. The rescue showcases the extraordinary capabilities of military teams operating in Earth's harshest environment.
Flying Officer Kbora Ali, rescued from a sinking refugee boat as a child, delivered the commemorative address at Australia's largest Anzac Day service. Her story of transformation from refugee to military aviator moved 35,000 attendees at the Australian War Memorial.
Six Australian universities are joining forces to help the Defence Force convert operational waste into usable energy across remote northern bases. The breakthrough could make military operations more sustainable while strengthening energy independence in challenging environments.
A Swiss family's dream vacation turned into a dramatic rescue when flooding trapped them in a remote New Zealand gorge. After a midnight helicopter rescue by the Defence Force, they chose to continue their journey with an unforgettable story.
A Swiss family's New Zealand dream vacation took a dramatic turn when flooding trapped them in Waioweka Gorge, leading to a midnight helicopter rescue by the Defence Force. What could have been a nightmare became a story of Kiwi kindness and resilience.
The South African National Defence Force is saving lives across two countries after devastating floods hit southern Africa. Their rescue helicopters are pulling stranded families to safety in both South Africa and Mozambique.