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EPISODE · May 12, 2024 · 9 MIN

Dr Wayne Mapp: former Defence Minister on the NZDF receiving a $571 million budget increase

from The Weekend Collective · host Newstalk ZB

Ahead of the 2024 Budget, Defence Minister Judith Collins has confirmed the NZDF will receive a $571 million budget increase. $163 million will boost personnel pay - and the money will also be used to upgrade the military's NH90 helicopter fleet, replace dated military vehicles and improve maritime detection systems. Former Defence Minister Dr Wayne Mapp says this move was a long time coming. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ahead of the 2024 Budget, Defence Minister Judith Collins has confirmed the NZDF will receive a $571 million budget increase. $163 million will boost personnel pay - and the money will also be used to upgrade the military's NH90 helicopter fleet,...

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