The Governor-General marks the Centenary of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition

The Governor-General used an ice-pick to break a sheet of ice and unveil a plaque commemorating her Antarctica visit marking the Centenary of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition.

Speaking to expeditioners and Wilkins Aerodrome staff, Ms Bryce praised the work of the world-leading Australian scientists and logistics staff who followed in the footsteps of Australian explorers like Sir Douglas Mawson.

After the unveiling, the Governor-General met the expeditioners from Casey Station and scientists involved in international research within the Australian Antarctic Territory.