Outgoing Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Tim Barrett receives a salute from his Flag Lieutenant, Lieutenant Richard Farrelly, before being presented with his flag. [Photo:Defence]
Royal Australian Navy personnel from Fleet Headquarters and ships based at Garden Island, farewelled outgoing Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Tim Barrett at a ceremony in Sydney.
Fleet Headquarters staff paid their respects as RADM Barrett’s flag was lowered and Rear Admiral Stuart Mayer’s flag was raised for the first time, at the change of command ceremony.
“It is my honour to hand over Fleet Command to Rear Admiral Mayer as I look forward to accepting the position of Chief of Navy,” RADM Barrett said.
“Rear Admiral Mayer brings a wealth of operational and command experience. He is no stranger to Fleet Headquarters having held the position of Commodore Warfare. Most recently he has been Director General Navy Capability Plans and Engagement and he will do a fine job bringing online new capabilities like the Landing Helicopter Dock,” RADM Barrett said.
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Outgoing Commander Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Tim Barrett receives a salute from his Flag Lieutenant, Lieutenant Richard Farrelly, before being presented with his flag. [Photo:Defence]
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