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  "path": "/news/national/us-approves-26b-military-helicopter-deal-nz",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-06T02:30:41.000Z",
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  "textContent": "The government last August announced plans to purchase five MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to replace the existing maritime fleet. Photo: RNZ   \n\n  \n\nThe US has approved a NZ$2.6 billion sale of five Seahawk maritime helicopters to New Zealand, after the government pledged to nearly double its military spending as it seeks to boost defence capabilities.",
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