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May 4, 2022

RSA ready to support personnel affected by NZDF’s vaccine directive

The RSA is ready to support personnel who face discharge from the NZDF due to their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Apr 29, 2022

Message from the RSA's National President on the passing of Bob 'Bukit' Hill

It is with extreme sadness that the RSA announces the passing of Bob “Bukit” Hill, National Vice President of the RSA, and President of the Masterton RSA.

 

 

Photo credit: Rosa Woods/Stuff

 

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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.

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FUNDRAISING |  

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.

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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.

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT |  

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).

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