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Graham-mclay, C. (2026, October 23). New Zealand's military chief resigns after admitting to an inappropriate relationship. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/world/australia/new-zealand-s-military-chief-resigns-after-admitting-to-an-inappropriate-relationship/article_b14516d8-1b40-5332-be95-418b8b3f59a8.html
Graham-mclay, Charlotte. “New Zealand's military chief resigns after admitting to an inappropriate relationship.” Toronto Star, 23 Oct. 2026, https://www.thestar.com/news/world/australia/new-zealand-s-military-chief-resigns-after-admitting-to-an-inappropriate-relationship/article_b14516d8-1b40-5332-be95-418b8b3f59a8.html.
Graham-mclay, Charlotte. “New Zealand's military chief resigns after admitting to an inappropriate relationship.” Toronto Star, October 23, 2026. https://www.thestar.com/news/world/australia/new-zealand-s-military-chief-resigns-after-admitting-to-an-inappropriate-relationship/article_b14516d8-1b40-5332-be95-418b8b3f59a8.html.
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Air Marshal Tony Davies, the chief of New Zealand’s military, resigned on Friday after admitting to an inappropriate relationship during his time as a unit leader. In a statement released by the New Zealand Defence Force, Davies expressed regret for not disclosing this relationship when he had the opportunity. The resignation comes due to “errors of judgment” that were contrary to the values upheld by the Defense Force.
Vice Chief Mat Williams will serve as acting chief while leadership transitions. New Zealand’s defense minister, Paul Goldsmith, confirmed that Davies’ standing was no longer tenable and acknowledged that the matter involved integrity issues not previously disclosed. The case has been referred to an independent inspector-general for further investigation into military conduct.
