Australian Chief of Navy visits New Zealand
Royal New Zealand Navy's (RNZN) Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Garin Golding, welcomed Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral (VADM) Mark Hammond to Devonport Naval Base yesterday.
06 June, 2025
Following a ceremonial parade by Navy personnel, VADM Hammond then received the challenge at a formal powhiri at Te Taua Moana marae.
He also visited theTorpedo Bay Navy Museum, briefed the RNZN War Fighters Forum and was given a guided tour of HMNZS Matataua’s capability.
Both Chief’s took the opportunity to discuss topics around regional security, strengthening relationships and greater integration of resources.
This will continue in Wellington as both are engaged with the Freedom of Entry march on Saturday, 7 June by the ship’s company of HMAS Canberra.
The Chiefs of Navy at Devonport Naval Base.