RNZAF Base Auckland
RNZAF BASE AUCKLAND
Official blazon
Argent two symmetrical Maori figure carvings linked vert, eyed and langued gules facing outward. sinister and dexter figures holding vertical Tewhatewha proper.
Motto: Te kotahitanga o ngaa maahanga = The unification of the twins.
Origin/meaning
The two linked figures and motto depict the joining together in friendship of the Hobsonville and Whenuapai Stations. The figures representing ordinary Maori Warriors, are armed with Tewhatewhas to signify the vigilance exercised by the maritime and transport units based at Auckland. The badge was approved in November 1995.
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