A group of rebel RSAs has launched a legal challenge against the national body, seeking to address concerns over governance and decision-making processes. The move comes after months of tension between the rebel RSAs and the national body, with the former claiming that their voices are not being heard. The rebel RSAs, which include several high-profile organizations, have been critical of the national body’s handling of key issues, including funding and resource allocation. They argue that the national body has failed to adequately represent their interests and has instead prioritized the needs of other stakeholders. The legal action, which was filed in a New Zealand court, seeks to have the national body’s governance structure and decision-making processes reviewed and potentially overturned. The rebel RSAs claim that the national body has breached its own rules and regulations, and that its actions have had a negative impact on their operations and ability to serve their communities. The national body has responded to the legal challenge, stating that it is confident in its governance and decision-making processes and that it will vigorously defend itself against the claims made by the rebel RSAs. The case is expected to be closely watched, as it has the potential to have significant implications for the RSA movement in New Zealand. The RSA movement has a long history in New Zealand, dating back to the early 20th century, and has played a significant role in supporting veterans and their families. However, in recent years, the movement has faced challenges, including declining membership and funding constraints. The rebel RSAs claim that the national body has failed to adequately address these challenges, and that its governance and decision-making processes are in need of reform. The legal action is seen as a last resort by the rebel RSAs, which have been trying to negotiate with the national body for months. The case is expected to take several months to resolve, and its outcome is uncertain. The rebel RSAs are seeking a range of remedies, including changes to the national body’s governance structure and decision-making processes, as well as compensation for any losses they have incurred as a result of the national body’s actions. The national body has stated that it will continue to operate as normal while the legal challenge is ongoing, and that it is committed to supporting its members and the wider community. The case has sparked debate within the RSA movement, with some members supporting the rebel RSAs and others backing the national body. The outcome of the case will be closely watched, as it has the potential to have significant implications for the future of the RSA movement in New Zealand.