THE AUSTRALIAN NAVY
SYDNEY,, July 9. Senator Milled (Minister of Defence), interviewed regarding the visit of the Australian fleet to New Zealand at the end of the year, said he was unable to fix definite dates until New Zealand’s reply had been received as to what pbrts it was. wished the vessels to touch at. The fleet will leava for New Zealand accompanied by the navy ships now in those waters, and will proceed to Hobart for the annual battle practice. Regarding the training of the New Zealand cadets. Senator Milled stated that he was awaiting information as to how far the temporary building accommodation for the educational and instructional staff at the naval college can. adequately meet the additional demands created by the New Zealand cadets before a final decision is arrived at. The Minister is anxious to meet the wishes of the New Zealand authorities in this matter.
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Otago Witness, Issue 3148, 15 July 1914, Page 25
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