corps and trades about to be amalgamated, a neutral badge was to be adopted. Following a design competition encompassing 110 designs, a design with no connection to the forming Corps and that was acceptable to the Herald of Arms was selected and approved on 21 October 1996. The RNZALR badge consists of the following elements; A set of green ferns unique to New Zealand providing the main body, Crossed Swords representing the Army supporting an oval shield. The oval shield has a blue background displaying the stars of the Southern Cross. The Southern Cross is an identifier long associated with New Zealand Army logistics in that it was used as an identifier by; 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force non-divisional vehicles, primary logistics at Maadi in 1942 The Logistic Support Group from the 1960s Headquarters Support Command up to the early 1990s A riband embossed with “Royal N.Z Army Logistic Regiment.” All surmounted with a St Edwards Crown, which represents the ties to the Monarch. Structure Currently the Regiment includes: 2 Combat Service Support Battalion (Linton Military Camp) 10 Transport Company 21 Supply Company 2 Workshop Company 5 Movements Company 38 Combat Service Support Company (NZ Army Reserve) Combat Service Support Company (North) (Papakura Military Camp) 3 Combat Service Support Battalion (Burnham Military Camp) 3 Transport Company 3 Catering & Supply Company 3 Workshop Company 3 Reserve Company (NZ Army Reserve) Both battalions are part of the New Zealand 1st Brigade. Given the nature of NZ Army Units, RNZALR personnel are also embedded in most other units of the NZ Army providing 1st line logistic support to those units. Trades The RNZALR includes eleven trades providing various support functions within the NZ Army and across the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF). Ammunition Technicians Ammunition Technicians provide support for the inspection, maintenance and disposal of all ammunition and explosives used by the New Zealand Army. This also includes civil NZ's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) capability. Combat Drivers Combat Driver operate transport from light to heavy vehicles carrying stores or troops. Hospitality The hospitality trades ensure that the forces are sustained with a balanced diet in garrison and field environments. the Hospitality trade consists of two trades;. Chef Steward Maintenance Support Trades There are five Maintenance support trades; Armourer Automotive Technician Electrical Fitter Electronics Technician Maintenance Fitter These trades are responsible for the repair and general maintenance of all the Army's equipment. This