The New Zealand Defence Force is reviewing its multi-terrain camouflage uniforms for the second time after spending $13.6 million on the kit six years ago. This review came about as hundreds of complaints were received highlighting defects with the uniform and stating the material was not fit for purpose. A Defence Force spokesman said from January 2017 to January 2019, there were 716 reports of defect and unfit material received for the uniform. The multi-terrain camouflage uniform is worn by all ranks within the army and by Defence Force personnel deployed on operations. To update the uniform, the spokesman said the Defence Force worked with a group to review fit, form and function of the uniform to ensure it remained relevant and cost effective.

Source: Stuff April 20, 2019 01:02 UTC