HMNZS Te Kaha returns home after seven-month deployment
Sunday 24 August 2025 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story New Zealand Defence Force, Judith Collins, Royal New Zealand Navy
The Royal New Zealand Navy frigate HMNZS Te Kaha has returned to Devonport Naval Base following a 193-day deployment. The ship was greeted by hundreds of friends and whānau during a ceremonial welcome involving gun salutes and a haka. The deployment included maritime security operations with Combined Task Force 150.