The Governor General (right) and Australian Antarctic Division Director Dr Nick Gales at Wilkins Aerodrome with the C17-A aircraft behind them.
The Governor-General (right) and Australian Antarctic Division Director Dr Nick Gales arrive at Wilkins Aerodrome. Photo: © Sam Groves/Commonwealth of Australia

The Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (Retd), has visited the Australian Antarctic Territory, meeting expeditioners and scientists at Wilkins Aerodrome.

The Governor-General and Lady Cosgrove flew the 7000 kilometre round trip from Hobart to Australia’s ice runway on the Royal Australian Air Force Globemaster Boeing C-17A which is supporting the Australian Antarctic Program.

The visit included an overview of an Antarctic field camp, a briefing on aviation and cargo operations, and discussions with scientists and expeditioners undertaking research and logistical support work on the continent.

His Excellency is the second Australian Governor-General to visit Australian Antarctic Territory.

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The Governor General (fourth from left) and Lady Cosgrove with the Wilkins Aerodrome crew in front of the C17-A aircraft.
The Governor General standing alone on the ice in Antarctica.
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