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An independent expert panel has been appointed to review the provision of defence science and technology support in New Zealand, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp announced today.
“Expert advice on scientific and technological issues in defence is essential for the Defence Force to perform the tasks expected of it,” Dr Mapp said.
“The Defence White Paper identified the need for a comprehensive external review of the Defence Technology Agency and the provision of defence science and technology outcomes for New Zealand.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
In a major policy speech to Massey University’s Centre for Defence Studies in May 2009, I set out three reasons why the Government went into the 2008 general election promising a major review of Defence.
First, we needed to more clearly understand how defence contributed to our security, both within our region and in respect of advancing our interests in the wider international context.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
North Shore MP Wayne Mapp has announced his decision not to stand for Parliament in the 2011 election.
“I have been privileged to serve as the Member for North Shore since 1996, and more recently, to serve in the Cabinet under Prime Minister John Key.
“I am leaving for personal and family reasons. I will have been a Member of Parliament for 15 years and have always endeavoured to be an effective Member for the North Shore electorate.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
- Science and Innovation
Auckland apparel company Pacific Brands Holdings (NZ) Ltd has won a new five-year contract to supply clothing and personnel support items to the New Zealand Defence Force.
“This is the best possible value for money for the Defence Force and the taxpayer,” Defence Minister Wayne Mapp said, announcing the selection of the company, which trades as Yakka Apparel Solutions (YASL).
“Ensuring Defence Force people have the right equipment to get the job done wherever they are is a top priority.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp has expressed the Government’s deepest condolences to the family of the New Zealander killed in Afghanistan while serving in the British Army.
“It takes great courage to serve in Afghanistan. Every service person, whether in the New Zealand Defence Force or a similar service such as the British, knows they risk death or injury. They do so because they wish to serve their country and to protect us from terrorism.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Chief of Army Major General Rhys Jones has been appointed the new Chief of Defence Force. He will be promoted to Lieutenant General and take over from Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae on 24 January next year.
“Major General Jones is an experienced and highly-respected officer. He has played a key role in developing the Defence White Paper, which will be implemented during his term.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
The Defence White Paper launched by the Prime Minister today sets out the Government's plan for a modern Defence Force to meet our security needs for the next 25 years, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Can I join in extending the thanks and appreciation of the Government to Secretary of Defence, John McKinnon, who has led the entire defence review process.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Today is a day we have been waiting for. We are accepting back into service the first C-130 Hercules to have been through the Life Extension Project.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
This year's Defence Industry Forum comes on the eve of the White Paper, which we will be releasing in three weeks' time.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
The New Zealand Defence Service Medal announced by the Prime Minister today closes a long-standing gap in medallic recognition of military service, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp says.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
ASEAN + 8 nations meet in Hanoi
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp is on his way to Hanoi for the inaugural ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM+8) in Hanoi this week.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
- Science and Innovation
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp has praised the work of the Defence Force after the Canterbury earthquake.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
- Earthquake Recovery
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp will represent New Zealand in London on Wednesday at the unveiling of a statue of Air Chief Marshal Sir Keith Park, the New Zealander who led the Royal Air Force to vict
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
The Government and L3 Communications have reached agreement on completing the Air Force's C130 Hercules aircraft Life Extension Programme, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp announced today.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp has extended warm congratulations to Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae on his appointment as Director of the Government Communications Security B
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Defence Minister Wayne Mapp and Associate Minister of Defence Heather Roy today expressed heartfelt condolences on behalf of the Government to the family and friends of New Zealand Army Lieutenant
- Wayne Mapp
- Heather Roy
- Defence
Nine Defence Force staff are to undertake an eight-month deployment to Uruzgan province in Afghanistan, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp announced today.
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
This is the 57th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that brought to an end the hostilities of the Korean War - which is not the same as peace. It is, of course, also the 6
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
An Auditor-General's report tabled in Parliament today provides an opportunity to substantially improve the culture and management of the New Zealand Defence Force, Defence Minister Wayne Mapp says
- Wayne Mapp
- Defence
Associate Minister of Defence Heather Roy today completes her visit to the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) troops on deployment in Timor-Leste, returning to New Zealand this weekend with a deeper
- Heather Roy
- Defence