The Government's speaking about the importance of deterring threats, as it confirms a multi-billion dollar defence spend.

It's investing $2.7 billion dollars for two new Airbus A321 planes to replace ageing planes that have broken down numerous times.

The new planes will be delivered in 2028.

Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper talks about the potential implications of this spend.

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The Government's speaking about the importance of deterring threats, as it confirms a multi-billion dollar defence spend.
It's investing $2.7 billion dollars for two new Airbus A321 planes to replace ageing planes that have broken down numerous times.
The new planes will be delivered in 2028.
Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper talks about the potential implications of this spend.
LISTEN ABOVE

With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on the Government unveiling their latest multi-billion dollar defence spend

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