Jack Passings – January 2024
HODGE, David Leith, B.Ed. RNZN A24035 On January 15, 2024 peacefully at home in Masterton, surrounded by loving family, aged 59 years. Loved husband of Janet and Dad of Michael and Victoria. Loved son...
View ArticlePassing of a Warrant Officer Radio Supervisor – Gary Malcolm Rzepecky
Regret to advise that Warrant Officer Radio Supervisor Gary Malcolm Rzepecky P20230 crossed the bar on Tuesday, 16 January 2024. Gary was a member and an ardent supporter of the RNZN Communicators...
View ArticleJack Passings – February 2024
TUTT, Charles John (Charlie aka Puff). RNZN (T23063 CPOMM) Crossed the bar 3 February 2024 after a short battle with illness, age 75. Many thanks to the staff at Ward 10 at North Shore Hospital, and...
View ArticlePassing of a Lieutenant and Warrant Officer Yeoman of Signals
Regret to advise that Lieutenant Noel George Carter, RNZN Ex Warrant Officer Yeoman of Signals, crossed the bar at 4.30 pm today 5 February 2024. He was commonly known as Nick, and he joined the RNZN...
View ArticlePassing of a Sparker
I regret to advise that Petty Officer Radioman Peter (Penny) Charles Lowish L19284 crossed the bar 20 Feb 2024. Peter joined the RNZN on 16 January 1968 and was discharged 2 December 1976. He served...
View ArticlePassing of a Warrant Officer Radio Supervisor
Regret to advise that Warrant Officer Robert (Bob) Olsen crossed the bar this morning, February 23, 2024. Details of funeral arrangements will be posted when known. Bob was one out of the box. Service...
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REUNION REUNION REUNION
We need you to register for the RNZN Communicators Reunion, which is taking place in New Plymouth 18 – 20 October 2024. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by, to catch up with shipmates, messmates,...
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A lunch for Communicators
Chris Farrow arranged a wonderful luncheon for some communicators who came from far and wide The luncheon was held at the Long Beach Tavern, Waikanae Beach. A great time catching up was had by all and...
View ArticleJack Passings – February 2024
DUNCAN, Alistair Gordon: NZ15138 Peacefully at Te Rangimarie Hospice on Tuesday, 27 February 2024 aged 86. Dearly loved husband of Rene for 60 years. Cherished Dad and father-in-law of Chris &...
View ArticleFor all those who were in Singapore
Situated in Singapore’s art and culture district within the South Beach precinct, The NCO Club is a three-story entertainment lifestyle destination housing a new generation of dining and drinking...
View ArticleRNZN COMMUNICATORS REUNION 2024
All communicators are reminded that the Communicators Reunion is being organised by your committee on behalf of all communicators. So, let’s get on and support the committee in their endeavours and...
View ArticleDavid Jaspers Collection
Have some time on your hands and want to read about W/T and HMNZS IRIRANGI and memories of a bygone year. Jump onto the website by clicking HERE.
View ArticleJack Passings – March 2024
COATES, Thomas (Tom) Edwin S/No 552056 Joined as ME2, RNZN It is with sadness we inform whanau and friends that Thomas (Tom) Edwin Coates 19/06/1934 – 01/03/2024 in his 89th year, returned serviceman...
View ArticleCHANGE TO VETERANS’ INDEPENDENCE PROGRAMME (VIP) SERVICES FROM VETERANS AFFAIRS
The following message has been received from the Head of Veterans Affairs, Bernadine MacKenzie. Kia ora and greetings to you all. I am sending this email to let you know that, from today, Veterans’...
View ArticleUPDATE ON VETERANS INDEPENDENCE PROGRAMME
A media release that went out from the RNZRSA today, following their meeting with the Minister of Veterans yesterday, and a message regarding Veterans Independence Programme services are below. If...
View Article2024 REUNION – Early Bird Registrations Closing SOON
HURRY HURRY – EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION CLOSES 11.59pm 31 MARCH 2024 Don’t pay more than you have to! Get in quick and Register to part of this fabulous event.Check out ALL the amazing people already...
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Nuclear test veterans offer to settle legal claims over ‘withheld’ medical...
According to the MOD, more than 20,000 military personnel were present at the UK nuclear weapon tests Veterans who took part in nuclear weapons tests in the 1950s and 60s have offered to settle their...
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Armed Forces to receive new Wider Service Medal – here’s who is eligible
The Wider Service Medal will be awarded to personnel who have served in an operation where the physical risk to life is lower than traditionally required for an operational medal (Picture: MOD) A new...
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New Wider Service Medal might annoy some but it’s a great idea – and this is why
26th March 2024 at 10:40am Pinstripedline offers his insight and opinion into the new Wider Service Medal Defence and security blogger @PinstripedLine says the introduction of the Wider Service Medal...
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