Governor-General visits remote field camp in Antarctica

The Governor-General met expeditioners at a remote field camp as part of her historic visit to Antarctica.

Ms Bryce received a briefing from Australian Antarctic Division expeditioners on their operations and their methods of survival, including the use of Polar Pyramid Tents.

Later, the Manager of the Wilkins Aerodrome, Mr Jeff Hadley, escorted the Governor-General through facilities used by expedition members and staff at the Antarctic runway.